CCIE Data Center Certification

Shape the data centers of tomorrow with expertise in the end-to-end lifecycle for the most complex data center networks.

CCIE Data Center Training and Certification

Master the expertise needed to plan, design, implement, manage, and optimize sophisticated data center networks with the CCIE Data Center certification. This prestigious credential validates your ability to handle complex network infrastructures, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance in modern data centers.

Enhance your career and unlock new opportunities in the ever-evolving networking landscape with CCIE Data Center training from Emigo Networks.

Course Overview

The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center certification validates advanced expertise in designing, implementing, and managing complex data center infrastructures. This course, offered by Emigo Networks, provides hands-on training in network automation, virtualization, storage networking, and security for enterprise-grade environments. Participants will gain the skills to optimize data center operations, integrate emerging technologies, and ensure high availability. Ideal for senior network engineers, this training in Data Center solutions prepares you for one of the most prestigious Cisco certifications.

What You'll Learn

Master advanced data center networking concepts, architectures, and technologies.
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot complex data center network infrastructures.
Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data center solutions.
Gain expertise in automation, orchestration, and network programmability for data centers.
Learn advanced storage networking and compute integration techniques.
Optimize data center operations for high availability and disaster recovery.
Apply best practices for end-to-end lifecycle management of enterprise data centers.

Course Syllabus

Earning the CCIE Data Center certification validates your expertise in handling advanced, complex data center solutions. To achieve this prestigious certification, candidates are required to pass two rigorous exams:

Step 1 - 350-601 DCCOR: The qualifying exam, Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR), focuses on foundational data center technologies and concepts. This exam certifies your knowledge of implementing core data center technologies, including network, compute, storage network, automation, and security.

Exam cost: US$400

Exam duration: 120 minutes

Step 2 - CCIE Data Center v3.1 Lab Exam: This lab exam is an 8-hour, hands-on exam that requires you to plan, design, deploy, operate, and optimize complex data center networks.

Exam cost: US$1,600

Exam duration: 8 hours

Both exams must be completed to earn the CCIE Data Center certification. Note that holding an active Specialist certification does not fulfill the requirements for Professional- or Expert-level certifications.

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Syllabus Summary

350-601 DCCOR v1.1

The Implementing Cisco Data Center Core Technologies v1.1 (DCCOR 350-601) exam is a 120-minute certification test required for the CCNP and CCIE Data Center credentials. This exam evaluates a candidate’s expertise in deploying and managing core data center technologies, including networking, computing, storage networks, automation, and security. The Implementing Cisco Data Center Core Technologies course is designed to equip candidates with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully prepare for this exam.

1. Network

Apply routing protocols
Apply switching protocols such as RSTP+, LACP and vPC
Apply overlay protocols such as VXLAN EVPN
Apply ACI concepts
Analyze packet flow (unicast, multicast, and broadcast)
Describe Cloud service and deployment models (NIST 800-145)
Describe software updates and their impacts
Implement network configuration management
Implement infrastructure monitoring such as NetFlow and SPAN
Explain network assurance concepts such as streaming telemetry
Describe the capabilities and features of Nexus Dashboard

2. Compute

Implement Cisco Unified Compute System Rack Servers
Implement Cisco Unified Compute System Blade Chassis
Explain HyperFlex Infrastructure Concepts and benefits (Edge and Hybrid Architecture vs all-flash)
Describe firmware and software updates and their impacts on B-Series and C-Series servers
Implement compute configuration management (Backup and restore)
Implement infrastructure monitoring such as SPAN and Cisco Intersight

3. Storage Network

Implement Fibre Channel
Implement FCoE Unified Fabric
Describe NFS and NAS concepts
Describe software updates and their impacts (Disruptive/nondisruptive and EPLD)
Implement infrastructure monitoring

4. Automation

Implement automation and scripting tools
Evaluate automation and orchestration technologies

5. Security

Apply network security
Apply compute security
Apply storage security

CCIE Data Center (v3.1)

The CCIE Data Center (v3.1) Lab Exam is an intensive 8-hour, hands-on assessment that evaluates a candidate's ability to plan, design, implement, operate, and optimize advanced Data Center networks.

1. Data Center L2/L3 Connectivity

Layer 2 technologies
Route protocols and features
Multicast protocols

2. Data Center Fabric Infrastructure

Physical fabric components
ACI policies
Overlay policies
Fabric monitoring
Virtual networking

3. Data Center Fabric Connectivity

Overlay fabrics
External connectivity
Inter-fabric connectivity
VRF lite
L3Out
Inter Fabric connectivity
Overlays

4. Data Center Compute

Compute resources
Compute connectivity
Compute management

5. Data Center Storage Protocols and Features

FC and FCoE
RoCE v2 transport for high performance networks, such as for AI/ML workloads

6. Data Center Security and Network Services

Security features
RBAC
Network services insertion and redirection
Services
Traffic management

7. Data Center Automation and Orchestration

Data center tasks using scripts (Python, Ansible, and Terraform)
Data center automation and orchestration tools
Pre-requisites
There are no formal prerequisites for this certification.
Learners are recommended to have five to seven years of experience with designing, deploying, operating and optimizing data center technologies and solutions prior to taking the exam.

Pre-requisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this certification.
Learners are recommended to have five to seven years of experience with designing, deploying, operating and optimizing data center technologies and solutions prior to taking the exam.

Required Exams

Core Exam (350-601 DCCOR): Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies
EXAM: 350-601 DCCOR
COST: 400 USD
DURATION: 120 minutes
Lab Exam (CCIE Data Center Lab Exam v3.1)
EXAM: CCIE Data Center Lab Exam v3.1
COST: 1600 USD
DURATION: 8 hours

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1.What is the CCIE Data Center certification?

CCIE Data Center is an expert-level certification offered by Cisco that validates the skills required to design, implement, and manage complex data center infrastructure. It covers networking, storage, compute, automation, and security within a data center environment.

2.Who should pursue the CCIE Data Center certification?

This certification is ideal for senior network engineers, data center architects, and IT professionals who specialize in data center technologies and want to achieve expert-level proficiency.

3.What are the prerequisites for the CCIE Data Center certification?

There are no formal prerequisites, but candidates should have a strong understanding of networking and data center technologies. Cisco recommends having 5–7 years of experience before attempting the exam.

4.What exams are required to earn the CCIE Data Center certification?

To earn the certification, you need to pass:

Written Exam: Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR 350-601)
Lab Exam: CCIE Data Center v3.1 Lab Exam

5.How long is the CCIE Data Center certification valid?

The certification is valid for three years, and candidates must recertify to maintain their credentials.

6.What topics are covered in the CCIE Data Center exam?

The key domains include:

Network, Compute, and Storage Infrastructure
Automation and Orchestration
Security and Assurance
Data Center Operations

7.How difficult is the CCIE Data Center exam?

The exam is considered very challenging and requires deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and extensive lab practice. The lab exam is 8 hours long and tests practical implementation skills.

8.How can I prepare for the CCIE Data Center certification?

Preparation methods include:

Studying official Cisco documentation
Taking instructor-led training courses
Practicing in Cisco Data Center labs
Using simulation tools like Cisco VIRL and EVE-NG

9.Where can I get training for CCIE Data Center certification?

Emigo Networks provides CCIE Data Center training, covering both theoretical and hands-on lab preparation to help candidates pass the exam successfully.

10.What is the cost of the CCIE Data Center exam?

The written exam (350-601 DCCOR) costs $400 USD
The lab exam costs $1,600 USD

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