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CCNA Data Center Certification

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What jobs can I expect to be qualified for after earning the CCNA Data Center certification? The CCNA Data Center certification is most frequently sought by data center professionals with one to three years of hands-on experience. A typical job title of those who have obtained or are currently seeking the CCNA Data Center certification is Data Center Network Administrator. What is the CCNA Data Center certification? The CCNA Data Center certification is an associate-level certification that is valid for three years. This certification is a job-rolebased certification for data center administrators. The courses and exams cover foundational data center concepts, including unified computing and unified fabric. The certification benefits data center professionals who want to save time and money on data center equipment design, installation, and maintenance. The CCNA Data Center certification program allows you to maximize your investment in your education and increase the value of your data center network. The certification provides a solid foundation for your career in installing, configuring, and maintaining data centers. You can further expand your expertise in data centers with the CCNP Data Center certification and grow your career. How many exams do I need to pass to earn a CCNA Data Center certification? The CCNA Data Center certification comprises two exams: Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking and Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies. These are 90-minute exams that include between 55 and 65 questions. The exams are available in English. What will I learn by preparing for the CCNA Data Center exams? The 640-911 DCICN Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking exam tests a candidate's knowledge of networking technologies as they relate to Cisco Data Centers, and focuses on the Nexus-OS operating system. Unified computing and unified fabric (Nexus product family and Storage Networking) are also covered. Candidates can review the exam topics prior to the exam to better understand what topics will be covered https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/docs/DOC-16159. The 640-916 DCICT Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies exam tests a candidate's knowledge of data center technologies like virtualization, computing, and convergent I/O. Candidates can review the exam topics prior to the exam to better understand what topics will be covered: https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/docs/DOC-16182. How do I prepare for a CCNA Data Center exam? There are a variety of ways to study for your exam. You can sign up for a class given by a Cisco certified learning partner. See the listings in the Global Learning Locator: http://tools.cisco.com/GlobalLearningLocator/LLocatorHome.do. In addition, you can opt for self-study or a combination of self-study and instructor-led training. For those pursuing self-study, the Cisco Learning Network https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/community/certifications/ccna_data_center provides practice exam questions, lists of study materials, study groups, and exam topics. In addition, the site provides forums where candidates can ask questions and get additional references for study materials or techniques. Be sure to review the study/learn section for specific resources: https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/community/certifications/ccna_data_center/syllabus.

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CCNA Data Center Certification

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How do I recertify my CCNA Data Center certification? Three years before the certification expiration date, accomplish one of the following: Pass any current CCNA Concentration exam (Wireless, or Security, or Voice, Service Provider, or Service Provider Operations,) or Pass any current 642-XXX professional-level exam, or Pass any current Cisco Specialist exam (excluding Sales Specialist exams or MeetingPlace Specialist exams, Implementing Cisco Telepresence Installations (ITI) exams, Cisco Leading Virtual Classroom Instruction exams, or any 650 online exams), or Pass any current CCIE written exam, or Pass any current CCIE lab exam, or Pass the current CCDE written exam, or Pass the current CCDE practical exam, or Pass the Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) interview AND the CCAr board review to extend lower certifications. What prerequisites are required to attain a CCNA Data Center certificate? There are no prerequisites required for this certification. When are the CCNA Data Center exams given? CCNA Data Center exams are given as needed. Check the Pearson VUE website to locate a testing center near you and schedule your exam: http://www.vue.com/cisco/. Where are the CCNA Data Center exams given? Exams are given by Pearson VUE at their testing centers in 165 countries worldwide. To register for your exam or to see a list of exam locations, visit the Pearson VUE website: http://www.vue.com/cisco/. Where can I get more information regarding the CCNA Data Center certification program? There is more information regarding the CCNA Data Center certification program on the Cisco Learning Network https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/community/certifications/ccna_data_center. The syllabus provides exam and course information: https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/community/certifications/ccna_data_center/syllabus.

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