Transforming Individuals into Networking Professionals

Transforming Individuals into Networking Professionals http://academy.dlink.com Dear Students, It is my great pleasure and honor to welcome all of ...
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Transforming Individuals into Networking Professionals

http://academy.dlink.com

Dear Students, It is my great pleasure and honor to welcome all of you to the D-Link Academy. D-Link is a global leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of advanced networking, broadband, digital, voice and data communications solutions. The company continually meets the global networking and connectivity needs of small- to medium-sized businesses and enterprise environments. D-Link identifies cloud computing paradigms and promises to deliver Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) solution, which is the base layer of cloud computing. The D-Link Academy recognizes the importance of your long-term success and is created to manage its social responsibility in professional networking technology training. The program framework meets the learning needs for convergence of competing IT paradigms such as Switching, Wireless, IP Surveillance, Storage, and Security. D-Link Academy courses are practically designed to appeal to practical individuals, whether you are a beginner or advanced learner, with or without any prior experience in the networking industry. The program is committed to bridge the gap between core theories and practical work experience, allowing students to be empowered with competitive knowledge in meeting future job market requirements. The D-Link Academy’s great satisfaction is training the next generations who recognize the bright future in this industry. Eventually, learning is an attitude and the D-Link Academy is here to help you to achieve your career goals and objectives. We look forward to seeing you in class!

Yours sincerely, Karl D-Link Academy

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What is D-Link Academy? The times are changing, and in recognizing this, companies are adapting to new technological advancements and integrating them into their own corporate environments. As a result, many job industries are looking for innovative and talented individuals to help them achieve their goals. D-Link recognizes the importance of networking knowledge in today’s world and has created the D-Link Academy System as a global training platform. More specifically, the program is designed to focus on mainstream technologies like switching, wireless, IP surveillance, security, and storage, and will equip participants with the necessary expertise to manage networks for small to medium businesses.

The program is designed to appeal to a wide audience. Students and business professionals, as well as both new and intermediate network users, can all gain from enrolling in the training seminars or by taking the certification tests. The D-Link Academy service is also extended to internal employees and channel partners who wish to improve job qualifications pertaining to technical topics. The programs offered include certifications to become a D-Link Network Associate (DNA), D-Link Certified Specialist (DCS), and D-Link Certified Professional (DCP). The exams can be scheduled on demand, which grants users the flexibility of choosing their own exam time and eliminates geographical time constraints. The D-Link Academy’s current major initiative is to promote its certification courses to students in colleges and training institutes around the world. Those interested in learning more about the subject can create an account on the D-Link Academy Portal and access training materials and schedule classes on their topics of choice. Training session dates are also available, and enrolling will offer participants the chance to gain practical knowledge through comprehensive, hands-on practice. After registering, users also have the option to take certification exams, which cover the fundamental concepts of networking, including switches, security, wireless, storage and IP surveillance. For more information, please visit our website at http://academy.dlink.com

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Why choose D-Link Academy? D-Link has extensive experience in the networking industry, having spent more than 25 years as a leading networking company that provides solutions to businesses and consumers. As part of its e-learning initiative, D-Link has leveraged the Internet to form a comprehensive hub for all your networking learning needs. By taking the D-Link certification exams, users will be given both the knowledge and confidence to remain competitive in today’s networking world. Prospective registrants may also take into consideration the following factors before signing up:

1) D-Link Academy is an affordable learning platform that offers high-quality training solutions. It provides an excellent value, and is more easily accessible by a wider audience due to the low entry barrier. 2) D-Link exams complement the certifications offered by other vendors and can be used to refine an existing knowledge base. It is also a good starting point for those who wish to take more difficult and higher-level exams. 3) D-Link has a renowned reputation as a SMB solution provider, and understanding of its product lines will ensure that users have the expertise to compete in today’s SMB focused companies. The D-Link Academy program will be useful for individual career planning and can help in finding a job. 4) D-Link Academy will allow students to shift from schools to work industries, and non-IT people to transition to IT related fields. With D-Link Academy, participants will gain the foundation to be future networking professionals, and will be empowered to achieve future growth through learning!

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Courses Offered There are three different expertise levels available so that all learners, beginning to advanced, can find something of educational value. There are prerequisites for each course level, so make sure you qualify for them before applying.

Course Expertise Levels Entry Level: This level includes the DNA certification program. This course is designed for those who are new to networking and should be appropriate for most beginners. It includes an introduction to the basic concepts of networking technology. The learning process will be reinforced through the e-learning program, which covers networking fundamentals, and includes reference books for further study. Specialist Level: This advanced level includes the DCS and DSS certification programs. The D-Link Certified Specialist (DCS) program consists of networking theories and configuration lab modules. The D-Link Sales Specialist (DSS) program is designed for those who want to improve their sales skills and enhance their professional knowledge in order to attract potential clients. Professional Level: The D-Link Certified Professional (DCP) program is the highest level of certification offered. It is designed for networking technology professionals and for those who have already earned their DCS certification. This final step is to allow participants to enhance their skills in topics ranging from network installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting. As part of its training courses, D-Link Academy will also be hosting lab sessions. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a hands-on learning experience so participants may retain additional knowledge. We believe that that the lab sessions will add extra value to our already comprehensive program, and will reinforce participants’ networking skills.

D-Link Certified Professional (DCP)

D-Link Certifiied Specialist (DCS)/ D-Link Sales Specialist (DSS)

D-Link Network Associate (DNA)

D-Link Certifications

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Switching Security Wireless IP Surveillance Storage

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Switching Security Wireless IP Surveillance Storage

DCS-Switching Course Objective:

Course Outline:

This course will enable participants to gain a broad understanding of all features and aspects of D-Link switching technologies.

Module 1: Network Essentials • The fundamentals of networking • The basics of TCP/IP • Implementing subnets

• It aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience and equip participants with an extensive understanding of networking in a LAN switching environment. • Upon completion of this course, participants will have all the tools they need to set up, implement, and operate D-Link switches. • Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice with the material. • Students will be exposed to emerging technologies and learn their potential impact on the real world.

Target Audience: • This course is open to students, professionals, employees, customers, and channel partners. • This course is open to those who wish to pursue the D-Link Certified Specialist (DCS) certification.

Module 2: D-Link Switch Operation • D-Link products and technology • D-Link solutions • Connecting to the switch • D-Link Web-based switch configuration Module 3: VLAN • The Switch L2 FDB learning process • The concept of 802.1q • GVRP Module 4: Spanning Tree Protocol • Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1D) • Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1w) Module 5: Switch Stacking • The concept of stacking • Physical Stacking • Virtual Stacking (SIM) • Stacking operations

Course Duration: 27 hrs

Module 6: Routing Basics • Basic concepts of routing • Static routes • Routing Information Protocol (RIP) Module 7: D-Link Switching Features • DHCP server and relay • Access Control List (ACL) • Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) • System Maintenance

DCS-Wireless Course Objective:

Course Outline:

This course will enable participants to gain a broad understanding of all features and aspects of D-Link wireless technologies.

Module 1: Wireless LAN Technology • Chapter 1:Introduction to Wireless LAN Technology • Chapter 2: RF Basics • Chapter 3: Antenna Concepts and Types • Chapter 4: IEEE 802.11 Essentials • Chapter 5: IEEE 802.11 Amendments • Chapter 6: Wi-Fi Alliance and Certifications • Chapter 7: Small Business and Teleworker WLAN Security • Chapter 8: Basic WLAN Design Considerations

• It aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience and equip participants with an extensive understanding of networking in a WLAN switching environment. • Upon completion of this course, participants will have all the tools they need to set up, implement, and operate D-Link wireless products. • Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice with the material. • Students will be exposed to emerging technologies and learn their potential impact on the real world.

Target Audience: • This course is open to IT professionals with working experience in a relevant industry. • This course is open to those with a basic knowledge of networking, including junior technical support engineers and pre-sale engineers.

Module 2: Deploying D-Link Wireless Solutions • Chapter 1: Configuring Standalone AP • Chapter 2: AP Operation Modes • Chapter 3: Centralized WLAN Management • Chapter 4: Introduction to Unified Access System • Chapter 5: Unified System Usage

• This course is open to those who wish to pursue the D-Link Certified Specialist (DCS) certification.

Course Duration: 18 hrs

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DCS-IP Surveillance Course Objective:

Course Outline:

This course will enable participants to gain a broad understanding of all features and aspects of D-Link Surveillance technologies.

Module 1: IP Surveillance Basic Concepts • Networking Overview • IP Surveillance vs. Analog CCTV • Key Benefits of IP Surveillance • D-Link IP Surveillance Solution Components • Industry Standards Support

• It aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience and equip participants with an extensive understanding of IP surveillance solutions. • Upon completion of this course, participants will have all the tools they need to set up, implement, and operate D-Link Surveillance solutions. • Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice with the material. • Students will be exposed to emerging technologies and learn their potential impact on the real world.

Target Audience: • This course is open to IT and Surveillance professionals with working experience in a relevant industry. • This course is open to others with a basic knowledge of networking, including junior technical support engineers and pre-sales engineers. • This course is open to those who wish to pursue the D-Link Certified Specialist (DCS) certification.

Course Duration: 18 hrs

Module 2: IP Surveillance Advanced Terminology • IP Surveillance Standard & Terminology • D-Link IP Camera Components • D-Link IP Camera Capabilities • D-Link NVR and D-ViewCam VMS Capabilities Module 3: D-Link IP Camera Introduction • D-Link IP Camera Models • D-Link Box Cameras • D-Link Bullet Cameras • D-Link PTZ / Speed Dome Cameras • D-Link IP Cameras Installation & Configuration Module 4: D-Link IP Camera Configuration • Advanced Settings • Maintenance • Status • Wireless Connection & IP Surveillance VLAN - Lab 1: Camera Installation - Lab 2: Live Video Operation - Lab 3: Network Setup Module 5: Network Video Recorder (NVR) Basic Configurations • Product Highlight • Setup Wizard & Installation • System Status • Live Video - Lab 4: Network Video Recorder Setup Module 6: D-ViewCam • Product Highlight • D-ViewCam Installation • General Configuration • Managing User Rights and Profiles • Schedule System • Playback / Remote Playback • Live Viewer / Remote Live Viewer - Lab 5: D-View Setup and Configuration Module 7: D-Link Support • D-Link Business Technology Innovations • D-Link Technical Support • IP Camera Accessories

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DCP-Switching Course Objective:

Course Outline:

This course will enable participants to gain a broad understanding of all features and aspects of D-Link switching technologies.

Module 1: Advanced D-Link Switching Technology

• It aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience and equip participants with an extensive understanding of networking in a LAN switching environment. • Upon completion of this course, participants will have all the tools they need to set up, implement, and operate D-Link switches. • Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice with the material. • Students will be exposed to emerging technologies and learn their potential impact on the real world.

Participant Prerequisites: For a more effective and efficient learning experience, the participants need to have the following prerequisites: • Certified as a D-Link Certified Specialist. • At least 2 years practical experience in LAN network implementation and operation.

Target Audience: • This course is open to senior technical support engineers, technical consultants, and pre-sales engineers. • This course is open to who wish to pursue the D-Link Certifiied Professional (DCP) certification. The DCSP examination consists of an online written exam and an onsite one day lab test. To earn the DCP credit, candidates will need to pass both the written and lab exams.

Course Duration: 40 hrs

• Chapter 1: Advanced Switching Features - Lab1: Link Aggregation, MSTP, Asymmetric VLAN • Chapter 2: Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol - Lab 2: VRRP • Chapter 3: OSPF - Lab 3: Multiple OSPF Areas, OSPF Authentication • Chapter 4: Advanced Routing Topics - Lab 4: BGP Basic Configuration • Chapter 5: Multicast - Lab 5: IGMP, PIM Setup • Chapter 6: QoS - Lab 6: Traffic Classification and Bandwidth Control • Chapter 7: Switch Management - Lab 7: Auto Configuration, SNMP Configuration Module 2: Security in a D-Link Switching Environment • Chapter 8: Authentication - Lab 8: 802.1x, Web-Authentication, MAC-Authentication • Chapter 9: Authorization - Lab 9: Identity-Driven VLAN • Chapter 10: Traffic Control - Lab 10: Storm Control • Chapter 11: Node and Address Control - Lab 11: Port Security, Loopback Detection • Chapter 12: Joint Security - Lab 12: Zone Defense Setup

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DCP-Wireless Course Objective:

Course Outline:

This course will enable participants to gain a broad appreciation of all features and aspects of D-Link wireless LAN technologies.

Module 1: Wireless LAN Technology • Chapter 1: Media Access Control • Chapter 2: IEEE 802.11 Protocol Architecture • Chapter 3: IEEE 802.11n • Chapter 4: Site Survey

• It aims to provide a comprehensive learning experience and equip participants with an extensive understanding of D-Link wireless LAN solutions. • Upon completion of this course, participants will have all the tools they need to set up, implement, and operate D-Link switches. • Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice with the material. • Students will be exposed to emerging technologies and learn their potential impact on the real world.

Participant Prerequisites: For a more effective and efficient learning experience, the participants need to have the following prerequisites: • Certified as a D-Link Certified Specialist. • At least 2 years practical experience in LAN network implementation and operation.

Target Audience: • This course is open to senior technical support engineers, technical consultant and pre-sales engineers. • This course is open to those who wish to pursue the D-Link Certified Professional (DCP) certification. The DCP examination consists of an online written exam and an onsite one day lab test. To earn the DCP credit, candidates will need to pass both the written and lab exam.

Course Duration: 36 hrs

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Module 2: Enterprise WLAN • Chapter 1: Dynamic VLAN Assignment • Chapter 2: Multiple SSIDs • Chapter 3: Security Threats in WLAN networks • Chapter 4: Legacy 802.11 Security • Chapter 5: Enterprise WLAN Security • Chapter 6: QoS and Traffic Control Module 3: D-Link Unified Access System • Chapter 1: Introduction to the D-Link Unified Access System • Chapter 2: AP Discovery Mechanisms • Chapter 3: Unified System Deployment • Chapter 4: Unified AP • Chapter 5: Peer Switch and Clustering • Chapter 6: Tunnel Mode and Fast/Secure Roaming • Chapter 7: RF Management • Chapter 8: Securing your Network using Unified Access System Module 4: Monitoring and Troubleshooting • Chapter 1: Command Line Interface • Chapter 2: Centralized WLAN Management • Chapter 3: System Maintenance • Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

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D-Link recognizes the importance of networking knowledge in today’s world and has created the D-Link Academy System as a global training platform. The program is designed to focus on mainstream technologies like Switching, wireless, IP surveillance, security and storage and will equip participants with the necessary expertise to manage networks for small to medium businesses. The program is designed in mind to appeal to a wide audience. Students and business professionals, as well as both new and intermediate network users, can all gain from enrolling in the training seminars or by taking the certifications. Copyright © 2012 D-Link Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

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