HPE Network Switching Expert Written Exam — Information & Free Practice
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About HPE Network Switching Expert Written Exam
HPE Network Switching Expert Written Exam · US
Key exam facts
- Provider
- Pearson VUE
- Format
- Proctored written examination; English version in scope. Closed reference. Experimental beta items may occur; no item-format distribution is published in the current examination guide.
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 70.
- Time limit
- 2 hours
- Passing score
- 68%
Topics covered
Plan the wired network solution. (18%)
- Interpret customer requirements and formulate technical requirements.
- Create a network design based on technical and business requirements.
- Create an implementation plan based on network design.
Install and configure the wired network solution. (32%)
- Identify the appropriate use of configuration methods
- Configure and validate Layer 2 switching in CLI and HPE Aruba Networking Central
- Configure and validate Layer 3 services, routing, and overlay in CLI and HPE Aruba Networking Central
- Configure and validate security in CLI and HPE Aruba Networking Central
- Configure and validate QoS in CLI and HPE Aruba Networking Central
- Given a network design, apply appropriate NAE agents and apply to appropriate interfaces
Troubleshoot the wired network solution. (28%)
- Given a scenario with complex network issues, identify the possible cause(s) and resolve.
- Given a configuration error pertaining to network security, resolve the issue.
Manage and monitor HPE Aruba Networking solutions. (22%)
- Given a scenario, determine an approach to optimize the network.
How to prepare
Work through the topics, read the explanation after each answer, and revisit the areas where you miss questions. Use the official outline and reference materials below to guide your study.
These independent practice questions are not actual exam items and do not guarantee a passing result.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exam format?
Proctored written examination; English version in scope. Closed reference. Experimental beta items may occur; no item-format distribution is published in the current examination guide.
How many questions are on the exam?
Total questions: 70.
How long is the exam?
2 hours
What is the passing score?
68%
Official sources and references
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: Objectives introduction
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Sections/Objectives, Plan row (18%)
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Sections/Objectives, Install and configure row (32%)
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Sections/Objectives, Troubleshoot row (28%)
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Sections/Objectives, Manage and monitor row (22%)
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: Advice, basis of exam items
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Percentage of Exam column, Plan row
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Percentage of Exam column, Install and configure row
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Percentage of Exam column, Troubleshoot row
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 2: Percentage of Exam column, Manage and monitor row
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: Exam contents
- HPE Certification and Learning
Summary: exam type, duration, length, passing score and delivery languages
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: testing-site instructions
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: registration instruction
- Pearson VUE: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
HPE Certification and Learning: profile access
- Pearson VUE: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
OnVUE online proctored exams available
- Pearson VUE: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Exam types - Proctored: HPE0, HPE6, and HPE7 exams
- Pearson VUE: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Exam Retake, Reschedule and Cancellation Policy
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: Ideal candidate for this exam
- HPE7-A09 Exam Preparation Guide
page 1: Advice to help you take this exam
- HPE Certification and Learning
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