Arista Cloud Engineer Level 1 – Cloud Novice (ACE: L1)
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COURSE OVERVIEW
ACE: L1 is a 5-day course providing foundational networking knowledge and skills from a modern perspective in Arista’s EOS networking environment. Candidates progress through networking fundamental topics ranging from Ethernet, TCP/IP, and Routing & Switching to network design, based on modern Leaf-Spine architecture used in today’s Enterprise Data Center and Campus networks. Candidates are also introduced to network automation with Arista’s CloudVision solution.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Understand foundational networking concepts used in modern network environments.
Develop essential skills for working with Arista’s EOS platform.
Learn basic configuration and operation of Arista network devices.
Build confidence in navigating and managing modern network infrastructures.
Prepare for entry-level roles in network engineering.
Course Outline
Module 1: Networking Engineering Fundamentals
- OSI Model
- TCP/IP Model
- Ethernet
- L2 vs L3 Switching
- Introduction to IPv6
- IPv6 Address Architecture
- IPv6 Address Types
- DHCP
- TCP & UDP
- Cabling and Connectivity
Module 2: Working with Arista EOS
- Arista Architecture Innovation
- EOS Design Principles
- Arista EOS Software Architecture
- Arista Hardware Approach
- EOS Resources
- Initial Boot-Up Operations
- Working with EOS Images
- Zero Touch Provisioning ZTP
- Command Line Interface CLI
- AAA
Module 3: Layer 2 Operations
- L2 Switching
- Layer 2 Redundancy
- Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP)
- VLANs and Trunks
- Multiple Spanning-tree (MST)
- STP Enhancements
- Link Aggregation
- MLAG
- First Hop Redundancy Protocol
Module 4: Layer 3 Operations
- Why Routing?
- Layer 3 Redundancy
- Routing Terminology
- Configuring OSPF
- VRF and VPN
- The Internet
- Wide Area Network WAN
Module 5: Data Center Leaf-Spine Architectures
- Data Center and Cloud
- Introduction to Leaf-Spine Architecture
- Virtualized Extensible LAN VXLAN
- VXLAN Data Plane Operations
Module 6: CloudVision
- Introduction to Arista CVP
- CloudVision Deployment Options
- CVP/Device Communication
- Containers & Configlets
- Tasks & Change Control
- Zero Touch Provisioning ZTP
- Initial Deployment
- EOS Image Management
- Snapshots/Rollbacks
- Telemetry
Labs
- Intro to EOS Command Line Interface CLI
- Setting up Management Connectivity to Arista Switches
- Understanding and Working with IP and ARP
- Configuring LACP & MLAG
- Routing
- Navigatin CloudVision Portal
- Configlet Management
- Installing & Working with EOS & CloudVision
- Change Control
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q1. Does an Arista training course include individual lab access, and can I still access the labs after the training?
Yes. Each course includes up to 60 hours of hands-on lab access, designed for real-world configuration and troubleshooting using Arista EOS. Lab access remains valid for up to one (1) year after the training to support continued practice and review.
Q2.Do Arista training courses align directly with specific ACE certification tracks?
Yes. Arista training courses are mapped to specific ACE certification tracks (such as Data Center, Campus, Routing, and Automation) and are designed to prepare learners for the corresponding ACE certification exams.
Q3. Is prior hands-on experience with Arista EOS required before attending the course?
No. The course is hands-on and lab-driven, teaching foundational networking concepts using Arista EOS. Participants gain practical experience through labs that cover switching fundamentals and leaf–spine architecture, even without prior EOS experience.
Q4. I am planning to obtain the ACE Data Center Professional certification. Which training course should I take?
To earn ACE Data Center Professional, you must pass two separate Specialist exams: Operations and Engineering. Correspondingly, Arista provides two separate training courses, each aligned to prepare you for the respective Operations and Engineering exams within the Data Center track.
Q5. Is basic networking knowledge required to attend the ACE Foundation training course?
No. The ACE Foundation course covers foundational and basic networking concepts, making it suitable for learners who are new to networking or new to Arista technologies.