Protocol Deep Dive: EIGRP from Pluralsight

In this course, you will gain a greater depth of EIGRP knowledge to help ensure your ability to configure and troubleshoot EIGRP in real environments.

EIGRP is a routing protocol that is commonly used on enterprise networks, but often it is not completely understood. In this course, Protocol Deep Dive: EIGRP, you will learn foundational knowledge of EIGRP. First, you will learn about the EIGRP's essential concepts, which will then be built on as the course continues. Next, you will focus on EIGRP neighborships, how they work, and what can prevent them from working. You will also learn how information is exchanged between EIGRP devices and how to understand why each message is sent, as well as move to a lab environment where you can see the concepts in operation. Finally, you will explore a few more advanced EIGRP topics that are commonly seen on modern networks, and then end the course with a module on EIGRP load balancing and how its operations differ from other routing protocol options. When you are finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of EIGRP needed to successfully navigate its use in most common enterprise environments.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Covering EIGRP Essentials

Digging into EIGRP Relationships

Determining How Information Is Exchanged with EIGRP

Showing How Information Is Exchanged with EIGRP

Covering EIGRP Advanced Topics

Reviewing EIGRP Load-balancing

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores EIGRP, which is standard in enterprise networks

Taught by Sean Wilkins, who is recognized for their work in networking

Develops a greater depth of EIGRP knowledge, which is a core skill for network engineers

Covers foundational knowledge of EIGRP, which is useful for beginners

Builds a strong foundation for understanding EIGRP

May require extensive background knowledge in networking

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Protocol Deep Dive: EIGRP with these activities:

Mentor other students in EIGRP

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Mentoring other students can help you reinforce your own understanding of EIGRP while also helping others succeed.

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Identify opportunities to mentor other students
Share your knowledge and expertise with others
Provide feedback and support to other students

Attend an EIGRP meetup or conference

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Attending an EIGRP meetup or conference can provide you with an opportunity to network with other EIGRP professionals and learn from industry experts.

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Find an EIGRP meetup or conference in your area
Register for the event
Attend the event and participate in the sessions
Network with other EIGRP professionals

EIGRP Cheat Sheet

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Create your cheat sheet to quickly refresh your memory on essential EIGRP concepts and commands.

Browse courses on Study Guide

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Review course materials and identify key concepts and commands.
Organize and summarize the information in a concise and easy-to-read format.
Include diagrams or examples to enhance understanding.

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Review EIGRP troubleshooting

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By reviewing EIGRP troubleshooting skills, you can enter this course with a strong understanding of the basic principles of EIGRP troubleshooting.

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Review common EIGRP troubleshooting commands
Practice using EIGRP troubleshooting tools
Step through a sample EIGRP troubleshooting scenario

Explore EIGRP Whitepapers

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Review official whitepapers to delve deeper into EIGRP's core principles and real-world applications.

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Identify reputable sources such as Cisco, Juniper, or Huawei.
Select whitepapers that align with your knowledge gaps or interests.
Read and take notes on the whitepapers, focusing on key concepts.
Discuss your findings with peers or a mentor.

EIGRP configuration drills

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Completing EIGRP configuration drills can help solidify your understanding of EIGRP configuration and prepare you for real-world scenarios.

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Configure basic EIGRP settings
Configure advanced EIGRP features
Troubleshoot common EIGRP configuration issues

EIGRP Configuration Exercises

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Reinforce your understanding of EIGRP configuration through hands-on exercises in a lab environment.

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Set up a lab environment using emulators or simulators.
Configure EIGRP on multiple devices.
Verify EIGRP neighbor relationships and routing table updates.
Troubleshoot common EIGRP issues.

Volunteer to teach EIGRP to others

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Volunteering to teach EIGRP to others can help you solidify your understanding of the topic and make a difference in the lives of others.

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Identify an opportunity to volunteer to teach EIGRP
Develop a lesson plan
Teach the EIGRP lesson
Evaluate the effectiveness of your teaching

EIGRP Troubleshooting Case Studies

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Engage with peers to analyze real-world EIGRP troubleshooting scenarios and develop problem-solving strategies.

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Gather a group of peers with diverse EIGRP experience.
Select a troubleshooting case study or create your own.
Analyze the case study, propose solutions, and discuss the reasoning behind them.
Reflect on the experience and identify areas for improvement.

Write a blog post about EIGRP

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Writing a blog post about EIGRP can help you solidify your understanding of the topic and share your knowledge with others.

Browse courses on EIGRP

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Choose a specific EIGRP topic to write about
Research the topic thoroughly
Write a clear and concise blog post
Proofread your blog post carefully
Publish your blog post on a relevant platform

Career center

Learners who complete Protocol Deep Dive: EIGRP will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They ensure that networks are efficient, reliable, and secure. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to configure and troubleshoot network routing. This course would help you build a strong foundation in EIGRP, which is a commonly used routing protocol on enterprise networks.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks. They ensure that networks are up and running, and that users have access to the resources they need. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to troubleshoot network problems and to optimize network performance. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, servers, and storage. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to design and implement network solutions. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts identify and mitigate security risks to computer networks and systems. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, security appliances, and intrusion detection systems. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to understand how network traffic flows and to identify potential security risks. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, implement, and maintain cloud computing solutions. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, servers, and storage. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to design and implement cloud networking solutions. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Data Center Technician

Data Center Technicians maintain and operate data centers. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, servers, and storage. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to troubleshoot network problems and to optimize network performance. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan, implement, and manage information technology (IT) systems. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, servers, and storage. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to design and implement network solutions. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Network Architect

Network Architects design and implement computer networks. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, servers, and storage. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to design and implement network solutions. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design and implement network security solutions. They work with a variety of technologies, including networks, security appliances, and intrusion detection systems. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to understand how network traffic flows and to identify potential security risks. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to develop software applications that can manage and troubleshoot network traffic. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Computer Scientist

Computer Scientists research and develop new computer technologies. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to develop new network routing algorithms. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists collect, analyze, and interpret data. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to analyze network traffic data and to identify trends and patterns. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators design, implement, and maintain database systems. They work with a variety of database technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to optimize network performance for database applications. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites. They work with a variety of programming languages and technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to optimize network performance for web applications. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation for software and hardware products. They work with a variety of writing tools and technologies. In this role, you would use your knowledge of EIGRP to write documentation for network routing products. This course would help you gain a deeper understanding of EIGRP, which would be valuable in this role.

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