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Junos MPLS Fundamentals

Name: Junos MPLS Fundamentals
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This two-day course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation on Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS).<br>After introducing concepts such as MPLS forwarding and the structure of the MPLS header, the course will delve into the configuration and operation of the two main label distribution protocols, RSVP and LDP. Special...

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Last updated : 23/07/2026
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Duration:

24.00 hours

19.5 CPD hours

Overview:

This two-day course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation on Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS).
After introducing concepts such as MPLS forwarding and the structure of the MPLS header, the course will delve into the configuration and operation of the two main label distribution protocols, RSVP and LDP. Special emphasis is given to the central topics of traffic engineering and MPLS traffic protection, including fast reroute, link/node protection, and LDP Loop-Free Alternate.
The concepts are put into practice with a series of in-depth hands-on labs, which will allow participants to gain experience in configuring and monitoring MPLS on Junos OS devices.

This course is based on the Junos OS Release 15.1R2.9.

Description:

Day 1

Chapter 1: Course Introduction

Chapter 2: MPLS Fundamentals

- MPLS Foundation
- Terminology
- MPLS Configuration
- MPLS Packet Forwarding
- Lab: MPLS Fundamentals
Chapter 3: Label Distribution Protocols

- Label Distribution Protocols
- RSVP
- LDP
- Lab: Label Distribution Protocols
Chapter 4: Routing Table Integration

- Mapping Next-Hops to LSPs
- Route Resolution Example
- Route Resolution Summary
- IGP Passive Versus Next-Hop Self for BGP Destinations
Day 2

Chapter 5: Constrained Shortest Path First

- RSVP Behavior Without CSPF
- CSPF Algorithm
- CSPF Tie Breaking
- Administrative Groups
- Inter-area Traffic Engineered LSPs
- Lab: CSPF
Chapter 6: Traffic Protection and LSP Optimization

- Default Traffic Protection Behavior
- Primary and Secondary LSPs
- Fast Reroute
- RSVP Link Protection
- LDP LFA and Link Protection
- LSP Optimization
- Lab: Traffic Protection
Chapter 7: Fate Sharing

- Junos OS Fate Sharing
- SRLG
- Extended Admin Groups
- Lab: Fate Sharing
Chapter 8: Miscellaneous MPLS Features

- Forwarding Adjacencies
- Policy Control over LSP Selection
- LSP Metrics
- Automatic Bandwidth
- Container LSPs
- TTL Handling
- Explicit Null Configuration
- MPLS Pings
- Lab: Miscellaneous MPLS Features

Skills Taught:

After successfully completing this course, you should be able to:

- Describe the history and rationale for MPLS, as well as its basic terminology.
- Explain the MPLS label operations (push, pop, swap) and the concept of label-switched path (LSP).
- Describe the configuration and verification of MPLS forwarding.
- Describe the functionalities and operation of RSVP and LDP.
- Configure and verify RSVP-signaled and LDP-signaled LSPs.
- Select and configure the appropriate label distribution protocol for a given set of requirements.
- Describe the default Junos OS MPLS traffic engineering behavior.
- Explain the Interior Gateway Protocol (IGP) extensions used to build the Traffic Engineering Database (TED).
- Describe the Constrained Shortest Path First (CSPF) algorithm, its uses, and its path selection process.
- Describe administrative groups and how they can be used to influence path selection.
- Describe the default traffic protection behavior of RSVP-signaled LSPs.
- Explain the use of primary and secondary LSPs.
- Describe the operation and configuration of fast reroute.
- Describe the operation and configuration of link and node protection.
- Describe the operation and configuration of LDP loop-free alternate.
- Describe the LSP optimization options.
- Explain LSP priority and preemption.
- Describe the behavior of fate sharing.
- Describe how SRLG changes the CSPF algorithm when computing the path of a secondary LSP.
- Explain how extended admin groups can be used to influence path selection.
- Explain the purpose of several miscellaneous MPLS features.

Available Delivery Options for Junos MPLS Fundamentals

Live Instructor Led Classroom Online (Live Online)
Traditional Instructor Led Classroom training (TILT/ILT)
Delivery at your offices in United Kingdom
Private dedicated course for your staff

How many CPD hours does Junos MPLS Fundamentals provide?

The 3 day Junos MPLS Fundamentals course gives you up to 19.5 CPD hours/structured learning hours.

Who is the correct audience for Junos MPLS Fundamentals?

This course benefits individuals responsible for configuring and monitoring devices running the Junos OS.

Do you provide training for Junos MPLS Fundamentals?

Yes, we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for Junos MPLS Fundamentals. This can take place anywhere in United Kingdom including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh or live online.

What is the duration of Junos MPLS Fundamentals?

The Junos MPLS Fundamentals training takes place over 3 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 24.00 hours including breaks.

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Why are Nexus Human the best provider for Junos MPLS Fundamentals?

Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies. Our trainers have won awards including Small Firms Best Trainer, national training partner of the year for Ireland, and global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021.

Is there a discount code for Junos MPLS Fundamentals?

Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for Junos MPLS Fundamentals training. Only one discount code can be used per booking.

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When you organise training, we understand that there is a risk that some people may fall ill, become unavailable.

To mitigate the risk we include training insurance for each delegate enrolled on our public schedule, they are welcome to sit on the same Public class within 6 months at no charge, if the case arises.