CCNA Labs By Topic

Welcome to the CCNA Labs by Topic section!

This resource is designed to provide you with hands-on labs that will help you effectively prepare for the CCNA exam. Each lab is designed to enhance your practical skills and deepen your understanding of key networking concepts.

Structured for Success

The labs are organized by topic and follow a logical progression, where each new topic builds on the previous one. This approach ensures that you gain a solid foundation, allowing you to gradually increase your expertise and feel confident as you move forward.

Two Types of Labs to Master

We offer two primary types of labs to help you prepare:

  • Configuration Labs: Get hands-on experience configuring devices and systems in a simulated environment. Perfect for practicing the live simulator portion of the CCNA exam.
  • Troubleshooting Labs: Hone your troubleshooting skills by diagnosing and resolving configuration errors. This will prepare you to quickly identify your own configuration errors - improving your performance on the simulator portion of the CCNA exam.

Why These Labs Matter

The goal of these labs is simple:

  • Practice Configurations: Strengthen your ability to configure network devices for the hands-on section of the CCNA exam.
  • Sharpen Troubleshooting Skills: Gain confidence in diagnosing and resolving network problems under exam conditions.
  • Solidify Your Understanding: These labs aren't just about passing the simulator portion of the exam—they help you truly understand the concepts, making the entire exam easier and your networking knowledge stronger.

Not Taking the CCNA? These Labs Still Help You Grow

Even if you're not planning to write the CCNA exam, this section is still a valuable learning tool. These labs are ideal for:

  • Beginners looking to build solid foundational networking skills.
  • IT professionals seeking a refresher or hands-on practice.
  • Anyone curious about how networks work and want to explore real-world scenarios.

By working through these labs, you'll develop practical, job-ready networking knowledge that applies well beyond the scope of any certification.

These labs will be available starting May 15, 2025.