What you'll learn:
- Students will learn about Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN architecture
- Configure and manage SD-WAN tunnels
- SD-WAN Fundamentals: Why enterprises are moving from traditional WAN to SD-WAN.
- Implement Cloud VPN flows
- Learn about Edges, Orchestrator, Gateways, and Hubs.
- Understand VCE–VCG static tunnels and VCE–VCE dynamic on-demand tunnels.
- Explore tunnel establishment, teardown,
- Configure Branch-to-Branch, Branch-to-Hub, and Non-SD-WAN VPN flows.
- See how Cloud VPN integrates with VCMP and IPSec
In today’s enterprise networks, traditional WAN architectures are no longer enough. Businesses are rapidly adopting SD-WAN to improve performance, simplify operations, and securely connect users to cloud applications. Among the leading solutions in the market, Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN stands out for its scalability, flexibility, and cloud-first approach.
This course is designed to take you from zero to expert in VeloCloud SD-WAN, giving you the skills and confidence to design, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise-grade SD-WAN deployments. Whether you are preparing for a career upgrade, certification, or real-world projects, this course is packed with theory, hands-on labs, and real-world insights.
What You’ll Learn:
Introduction to Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN
Why Traditional WAN Architectures Are No Longer Enough
Business Challenges That Drive the Need for SD-WAN
How VeloCloud SD-WAN Solves the Problem
Journey of VeloCloud SD-WAN
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Architecture
VeloCloud Edge (VCE)
VeloCloud Orchestrator (VCO)
VeloCloud Gateway (VCG)
Underlay and Overlay
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Tunnel Architecture
Arista Velocloud SD-WAN Ports and Protocols
Dynamic Multipath Optimization(DMPO)_Part-1
Dynamic Multipath Optimization(DMPO)_Part-2
Dynamic Multipath Optimization(DMPO)_Part-3_Link Steering
VCMP, Tunnel Overhead and MTU
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Profile, Policy & Segmentation
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Segmentation_Part-1
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Segmentation_Part-2
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Profile_Part-1
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Profile_Part-2
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Profile_Part-3
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Profile_Part-4
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Policy_Part-1
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Policy_Part-2
Arista VeloCloud Network Services
Network Services
Non SD-WAN Destinations
Non SD-WAN Destinations via Gateway
Non SD-WAN Destinations via Gateway_Config
Non SD-WAN Destinations via Edge
Non SD-WAN Destinations via Edge_Config
Network Services_API Credentials
Network Services_API Credentials_Config
Network Services_Clusters and Hubs
Network Services_Clusters and Hubs_Config
Network Services_Netflow
Network Services_Netflow_Config
Network Services_DNS Services
Network Services_DNS Services_Config
Network Services_Private Network Names
Network Services_Private Network Names_Config
Network Services_Prefix Delegation Tags
Network Services_Prefix Delegation Tags_Config
Network Services_Authentication Services
Network Services_Authentication Services_Config
Network Services_VNF
Network Services_VNF_Config
Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Topologies
Arista VeloCloud Edge Models
Arista VeloCloud Branch Site Topologies
Arista VeloCloud Bronze Site Topology
Arista VeloCloud Silver Site Topology Option 1
Arista VeloCloud Silver Site Topology Option 2
Arista VeloCloud Gold Site Topology
Build your own Arista VeloCloud SD-WAN Lab
VCO Initial Config
VCG Activation
VCE Activation
Topology Overview
Setting IP addresses on Interfaces
Why This Course?
Concepts First, Configuration Later – I explain complex topics in the simplest way possible, ensuring your fundamentals are crystal clear before we dive into labs.
Real-World Experience – The lessons are based on 14+ years of enterprise networking experience and hands-on SD-WAN projects.
Who This Course Is For:
Networking professionals looking to upskill into SD-WAN.
Engineers and architects preparing for VeloCloud SD-WAN projects.
IT professionals wanting to understand the architecture and operations of a leading SD-WAN solution.
Students preparing for networking certifications who want to strengthen their SD-WAN knowledge.
By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and hands-on confidence to work with VeloCloud SD-WAN in enterprise environments and accelerate your career in modern networking.
Join me on this journey, and let’s make SD-WAN simple, practical, and powerful !
