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Scholar Labs

Practise on enterprise networks, not textbook diagrams

Scholar Labs gives you ready-made topologies modelled on real campus, data-centre and branch networks. Configure, break and fix them until the commands are second nature.

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Lab tracks

A track for every stage of your career

1

CCNA Labs

IOS commands, VLANs, STP, routing tables, NAT and access lists.

2

CCNP Labs

Advanced enterprise routing and switching scenarios on emulated hardware.

3

Security Labs

Offensive and defensive exercises in a controlled environment.

How it works

Every lab works like a real change ticket

  1. 1

    Pick your track

    Start with CCNA labs, then move on to CCNP and Security as you grow.

  2. 2

    Launch a topology

    Open a ready-made lab from your student portal and start configuring.

  3. 3

    Work it like a ticket

    Each lab reads like a real change request, with a goal, steps and checks.

  4. 4

    Get unstuck fast

    Bring questions to live doubt-clearing sessions with your mentor.

CORE-SW1# show ip ospf neighbor
Neighbor ID   Pri  State      Address      Interface
10.0.0.2        1  FULL/DR    10.1.12.2    Gi0/1
10.0.0.3        1  FULL/BDR   10.1.13.3    Gi0/2
✔ Adjacency up. Ticket CHG-1042 ready to close.

Need a specific topology?

Request your own lab scenario and our team will build it for you.

FAQ

Scholar Labs questions

How do I get lab access?

Scholar Labs runs on our student portal at networkingscholar.com. Talk to us and we'll tell you which lab track fits your course.

Do I need my own routers and switches?

No. Labs run on emulated equipment, so a laptop and an internet connection are enough.

Which lab track should I start with?

If you are new to networking, start with CCNA Labs. Book a free counselling call if you're unsure.

Free counselling

Not sure where to start?

Book a free 15-minute call with a mentor. On the call we'll cover:

  • Your background and the role you want next
  • The right course and batch for you
  • Fees, payment options and Scholar Labs access

Free · 15 minutes · No obligation

Book your free counselling call

A senior mentor will call you to map out the right course for your background and goals.

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