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As we all know that Cisco will replace CCIE Routing and Switching certification with CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure certification. SPOTO tutors will compare CCIE Routing and Switching with CCIE enterprise infrastructure in this blog. Let's see how Cisco changes the upcoming exam until February 24, 2020.
What is CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure?
The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert-Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure) will replace the current CCIE routing and switching. CCIE enterprise infrastructure uses complex enterprise infrastructure solution-related skills to validate expert-level professionals. The enterprise network includes design, deployment, operation, and optimization. The CCIE enterprise infrastructure also includes programmability and automation to scale up your enterprise infrastructure. The CCIE enterprise infrastructure will make you a technical leader.
Pre-requisites for CCIE Routing and Switching and CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
Current CCIE Routing and Switching New CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure v1.0
· No Formal Pre-requisites · Candidates must first pass the written exam and then the lab exam
· Candidates are encouraged to have three to five-year work experience · No Formal Pre-requisites
Candidates are advised to have five to seven years of work experience which include design, operate and optimize technologies and solutions
Exam Topics in Current CCIE Routing and Switching
Written Exam
Topics Included Coverage
Network Principles 10%
Layer 2 Technologies 13%
Layer 3 Principles 37%
VPN Technologies 13%
Infrastructure Security 5%
Infrastructure Services 12%
Evolving Technologies 10%
Lab Exam
Topics Included Coverage
Layer 2 Technologies 20%
Layer 3 Principles 40%
VPN Technologies 20%
Infrastructure Security 5%
Infrastructure Services 15%
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Exam Topics in New CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure v1.0
Written Exam
Topics Included Coverage
Architecture 15%
Virtualization 10%
Infrastructure 30%
Network Assurance 10%
Security 20%
Automation 15%
Lab Exam
Topics Included Coverage
Network Infrastructure 30%
Software Defined Infrastructure 25%
Transport Technologies and Solutions 15%
Infrastructure Security and Services 15%
Infrastructure Automation and Programmability 15%
Exam Pattern CCIE Routing and Switching
Step 1: CCIE Routing and Switching Written Exam
CCIE Routing and Switching written exams teach candidates to configure, operate, and troubleshoot complex enterprise network infrastructure. Train candidates to explain infrastructure components and convert functional requirements to specific device configurations.
· Exam to be taken at authorized Pearson VUE Centers globally
· It is a combination of MCQs and Exercises assessing the skills included in the syllabus
Exam Name CCIE Routing and Switching Written Exam
Exam Code 400-101 CCIE Routing and Switching
No. of Questions 90-110 questions
Exam Duration 120 minutes
Language English
Cost $450
Step 2: CCIE Lab Exam
The CCIE Lab Exam curriculum involves configuring and troubleshooting complex networks. Candidates have to diagnose threats and troubleshoot them during the examination.
Name CCIE Lab Exam
Duration 8 hours
Language English
Cost $1600
Exam Pattern CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
Step 1: CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Written Exam
CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure is a qualification exam. It validates the knowledge of enterprise network infrastructure. It focuses on the implementation and operation of the Cisco enterprise network core technologies. Qualification exams provide you with expert certification, which in turn allows you to recognize your achievements. On the technical side, it includes the implementation of core enterprise network technologies on dual-stack (IPv4 and IPv6) architecture, virtualization, network security, infrastructure, security, and automation.
Step 2: CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Lab Exam
The CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure is an 8-hour test consisting of 2 modules, as described below. Candidates should be able to plan, design, deploy, operate, and optimize dual-stack solutions (IPv4 and IPv6) for complex enterprise network planning. Automation and network programmability are tested in two modules.
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How to recertify CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure?
· The CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure is valid for 3 years
· The continuing education certification is applicable to CCIE too
· The cap of continuing education points for Cisco Live activities and content writing has been deleted, such as writing exam items.
Migration from CCIE Routing and Switching to CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
On 24 February 2020, the current CCIE Routing and Switching v5.0 will be replaced by the new CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure v1.0 Certification.
· If candidates have started working towards the current CCIE Routing and Switching Certification, then they will receive credit for the work completed in the current program
· If candidates pass CCIE Routing and Switching Written v5.0 exam before February 24, they will be eligible to take the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure v1.0 Lab Exam after February 24.
After February 24, ENCOR 300-401 will replace CCIE Routing and Switching Written v5.0 exam. After candidates pass ENCOR 300-401, they will earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Core certification.
If candidates complete the entire CCIE Routing and Switching certification before February 24, then on February 24, they will receive the new CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure v1.0 certification, which is valid as per new recertification guidelines.
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