Lab Description

The Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is Cisco’s premier threat-focusses NGFW. This product combines Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), Firepower IPS/IDS, and ASA capabilities. This lab is designed to help attendees understand the key features available with the NGFW. There are 6 labs, representing approximately 4 hours.

There are three subjects that are covered throughout these exercises:

• Configuration. Some basic configuration is necessary to configure and deploy the NGFW. After this basic configuration is completed more advanced configuration is pursued. This includes authentication and integration with ISE.
• Architecture. Emphasis has been put exposing the software architecture when the opportunity arises in the context of the configuration exercise.
• Troubleshooting. Throughout the exercises, troubleshooting tools are used. There is no separate troubleshooting section.