Advanced Network Technology – Data Center Networking

This course in the field of Data Center Networking is aimed at experienced participants who have already attended the basic course or possess solid knowledge of networking technologies. The goal of the course is to provide an in-depth understanding of building a data fabric and to enable participants to apply modern technologies such as MP-BGP, EVPN, and VXLAN in a data center environment.

Target Audience:

This course is intended for network administrators, IT professionals, and system architects who wish to deepen their knowledge in the area of data center networking.

Prerequisites:

Participants should have completed the basic networking course or possess equivalent knowledge in networking technologies.

Course Content:

Theory:

• Introduction to the concepts of data fabric and its importance for modern data centers
• Detailed explanation of the technologies:
  • MP-BGP (Multiprotocol Border Gateway Protocol)
    • Functionality and use cases
    • Integration of IPv4 and IPv6
  • EVPN (Ethernet Virtual Private Network)
    • Fundamentals and benefits of EVPN
    • Use of EVPN for multi-tenant environments
  • VXLAN (Virtual Extensible LAN)
    • VXLAN architecture and functionality
    • Benefits of VXLAN in large data center environments
• Best practices for implementing and managing data center networks

Practical Exercises:

• Hands-on session with modern data center hardware
  • Configuration of MP-BGP in a data center environment
  • Implementation of EVPN to support virtualization and multi-tenancy
  • Setup of VXLAN for network segmentation and isolation
• Application of learned concepts in realistic scenarios
• Troubleshooting and optimization of data center networks

Date:

12. März 2026

Cost:
CHF 800, including course materials

Location:
OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences, Rapperswil-Jona