© 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 1 Course Preview Cisco Packet Tracer

Presentation_ID 2 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential What is Packet Tracer?  Packet Tracer is a powerful network simulation program that allows students to experiment with network behavior without the need for real equipment.  It provides simulation, visualization, authoring, assessment and collaboration capabilities.  Packet Tracer facilitates the teaching and learning of complex technology concepts.  It supplements physical equipment in the classroom by allowing students to create a network with an almost unlimited number of devices. This encourages practice, discovery, and troubleshooting.

Presentation_ID 3 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Why is Packet Tracer Important?  Packet Tracer allows students to pace their own learning experience.  It allows students to have access to a large number of devices. It also allows students to have access to a large number of devices even outside of the classroom.  By allowing them to experiment, Packet Tracer helps students develop important skills, such as decision- making, creative and critical thinking, and problem solving.

Presentation_ID 4 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Packet Tracer Requirements  To download and install Packet Tracer: You need to have a computer with Internet access and a web browser. Based on your Operating System (Windows, Linux, etc), download the latest Packet Tracer version from the Cisco Networking Academy Connection website: Log in as an instructor. Click the Download Packet Tracer link on the left side of the Academy Connection window. Scroll down and click the Cisco Packet Tracer program downloads link. Click the Packet Tracer download for your Operating System. Install Packet Tracer on your computer using the Install Wizard.

Presentation_ID 5 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Packet Tracer Support Options  There are a few different ways to find support: Training files Located in the Packet Tracer application: Packet Tracer Menu Bar > Help > Contents Forums Cisco Packet Tracer forum and chat page hosted at Cisco Networking Academy site: Support Desk Packet Tracer help through Academy Support link hosted at Cisco Networking Academy site:

Presentation_ID 6 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Packet Tracer Training Overview Below are the mini-courses and their outcomes:  Course Preview (this course)  How to download and install Packet Tracer’s latest version  How to find help  Overview of mini courses structures  Leveraging Best Practices How to do basic troubleshooting of PT activities Clarify common trouble areas with Packet Tracer Packet Tracer Tips and Best Practices  ITE v4.1 Packet Tracer Labs Demonstration Show how to successfully complete PT activities integrated in ITE v4.1 to effectively motivate ITE students in chapters 8-16

Presentation_ID 7 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Packet Tracer Training Resource Files Below is a list of the companion resources:  Course Preview (this course)  ITE Introduction to Packet Tracer Course Preview video  PowerPoint presentation with Packet Tracer Preview information  Word document with Packet Tracer download instructions  Leveraging Best Practices Video containing best practices and tips about Packet Tracer  ITE v4.1 Packet Tracer Labs Demonstration ITE v4.1 Packet Tracer Lab solution videos (chapters 8 – 16)

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