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SD-WAN Fundamentals

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3 Hours
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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to SD-WAN, covering its architecture, benefits, security features, and real-world applications. Participants will gain an understanding of SD-WAN’s role in modern networking, its impact on cost and performance, and how it integrates with cloud and security frameworks.

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Kevin Moore

Kevin Moore

Mpirical Trainer
An experienced educator/trainer in the field of Computer Science, Kevin has over 15 years of experience in instructional design, implementation, and delivery. As an Mpirical trainer Kevin’s specialism is the application of cloud technology within 5G, although Kevin also teaches a range of topics around 5G and earlier 4G technologies.
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Course Contents

What is SD-WAN?

  • SD-WAN Overview.
  • Understanding Traditional WANs.
  • What is MPLS?
  • SD-WAN Key Benefits.

SD-WAN Architecture:

  • The Role of SDN in SD-WAN.
  • Control Plane vs. Data Plane.
  • Orchestration and Management Plane.
  • Overlay v Underlay.
  • Traffic Routing and Dynamic Path Selection.
  • SRv6 and SD-WAN.

SD-WAN Security:

  • Security Features in SD-WAN.
  • Encryption and Secure Tunnelling.
  • Firewall Integration and Threat Protection.
  • SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and Zero Trust.

SD-WAN Implementation:

  • SD-WAN Vendor Solutions Overview.
  • Migration from MPLS to SD-WAN.
  • Performance and Monitoring Tools.
  • Regulatory and Compliance Considerations.

SD-WAN Use Cases:

  • Medical.
  • Retail.
  • Transport and Logistics.
  • Education.
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Access to NetXplore virtual world
Access to NetXpert assessments
Access to NetXlabs

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive certification for completing the course?

Yes, all our courses provide a shareable certificate of completion following the test of understanding.

How long do I get access to the course?

On-demand courses are accessible immediately following purchase. Each course will have a different access period ranging from 3-6 months on average. You can continue to access the Mpirical learning platform after your course licence expires; however, you won’t be able to view any course content or learning tools unless you are a paid customer.

What else do I get with a course?

All students benefit from automatic access to our ‘Ask the Trainer’ feature with an on-demand course purchase. You will also get access to our acclaimed network visualisation tool, NetX.*

*NetX is not included with the Mini Telecoms MBA course or partner training.

Can I access the course offline?

Offline access is not currently available. You must use a connected device to access the course and learning tools. However, course pdfs and reference documents are downloadable.

Is there recommended follow-on training?

Yes, we do recommend follow-on training courses within the Mpirical learning platform.

How do I choose between a live course or on-demand course?

Our live courses are generally reserved for teams and enterprises of 10 or more. If you’d like to learn more about purchasing a single course to be delivered at your location or online, please get in touch: enquiries@mpirical.com.