CCNP Routing and Switching Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Cisco announcing related to the CCNP?

Q: I am new to CCNP Routing and Switching. Which version of the exams should I take?

A: The renaming of CCNP and new exams for ROUTE, SWITCH and TSHOOT.

A: If you are starting the CCNP Routing and Switching Certication, it is recommended that you take the
newer exams as the revised exams are better aligned with current job roles. Students typically need 3-6
months preparation per exam making it difcult to complete before the version 1 exams go End of Life.
Although it is possible to mix version 1 and version 2 exams, the TSHOOT v2 exam assumes knowledge
of ROUTE v2 and SWITCH v2 topics. So candidates who have completed version 1 exams for ROUTE or
SWITCH will need to review version 2 exam topics in order to prepare for the TSHOOT v2 exam.

Q: What is the new name of the CCNP Certication?

A: CCNP will be rebranded as CCNP Routing and Switching Certication.
Q: Why did Cisco rename CCNP to CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: Technology advancements and changes in job requirements have led to an increased focus
on routing and switching technologies, Cisco therefore decided to rebrand bringing the
certication in line with other technology focused professional level certications.

Q: What training is available to help me prepare for the new exams?

A: The best way to train is with instructor-led training offered by Authorised Cisco Learning Partners.

Q: What are the main changes?

Exam

Recommended Training

300-101

Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) 2.0

300-115

Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (SWITCH) 2.0

300-135

Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) 2.0

A: Wireless, VoIP and Video content has been removed, IPv6 expanded and Cisco StackWise, VSS
and DMVPN technologies added.
Q: I am currently a valid CCNP. How can I achieve CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: If you are currently a CCNP, you will automatically become a CCNP Routing and Switching in the
Cisco database. When you recertify, you will get your CCNP Routing and Switching badge.

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Q: Are the CCNP Routing and Switching exams changing?

Q: I am just starting on the CCNP Routing and Switching program. Where can I go for more help?

A: Yes. The exams are changing to reect the refresh of the CCNP curriculum. The current

A: The Cisco Learning Network certications community and the CCNP Routing and Switching Study Group
are a good source of assistance. Individuals can receive help from other candidates
or community members.

exams will end-of-life on 30th January, 2015

Exam 642-902 ROUTE is being replaced by 300-101 ROUTE

Q: What self-study materials are available to help me prepare for the new exams?

642-902 ROUTE will end-of-life on 30th January, 2015.

A: For self-study, Cisco offers a comprehensive range of preparation materials:

Exam 642-813 SWITCH is being replaced by 300-115 SWITCH

642-813 SWITCH will end-of-life on 30th January, 2015.

Exam 642-932 TSHOOT is being replaced by 300-135 TSHOOT

642-932 TSHOOT will end-of-life on 30th January, 2015.

Q: Can I mix and match the current exams with the newer exams to achieve CCNP Routing
and Switching?
A: Yes you can, Although whilst it is possible to mix version 1 and version 2 exams, the
TSHOOT v2 exam assumes knowledge of ROUTE v2 and SWITCH v2 topics. So candidates
who have completed version 1 exams for ROUTE or SWITCH will need to review version 2
blueprints in order to prepare for the TSHOOT v2 exam.

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E-Learning courses and Practice Labs are available from Global Knowledge and offer maximum
exibility for delegates looking to study at times most appropriate to their individual circumstances.
The labs allow learners to get remote hands-on Cisco IOS Software Lab practice for both routing and
core switching, providing practice in a non-production environment.

Q: What are the recertication requirements for CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: The CCNP Routing and Switching certication is valid for three years.

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Summary of changes to CCNP Routing and Switching Courses

Ciscos CCNP Certication is one of the most recognised certications in the industry, evolving over recent years to include specic technology focused tracks; it should therefore be no surprise that Cisco
have just announced a refresh of its agship CCNP curriculum. The CCNP Certication has been re-branded to Cisco Certied Network Professional Routing and Switching Certication. All three courses have
been updated and new exams introduced. The re-design has removed wireless, voip and video content and expanded IPv6. Cisco StackWise, VSS and DMVPN technologies have been added. Full details of the
amendments can be seen below.

ROUTE

SWITCH

TSHOOT

Removed

Added

Removed

Added

Removed

Added

Complex enterprise network

requirements (Cisco Network
Models, SONA Framework)

Overview of Basic Network and

Routing Concepts

Cisco Service-Oriented
Architecture (SONA)

Cisco SDM Templates

FCAPS Model

Troubleshooting IPv6 Address

Assignment on Clients

Implementation Planning
and Documentation

Implementing RIPng

Cisco Lifecycle Services and

Network Implementation

DHCP for IPv6

Troubleshooting TCAM Problems

Troubleshooting DHCP
Snooping

Advertising an IP
Default Network in EIGRP

Conguring EIGRP for IPv6

Syslog

NTP for IPv4 and IPv6, SNTP

Understanding Cisco IOS

Switching Paths (Process S
witching, Fast Switching, CEF)

Cisco TAC

EIGRP over Multipoint

Subinterfaces

Conguring Named EIGRP

Conguration

SNMP Version 2
Conguration

SNMP Version 3
Conguration

Cisco IOS Firewall

Security Feature

EIGRP Named Conguration

EIGRP Bandwidth Use Across

WAN Links

Conguring OSPFv3

Voice and Video in

Campus Networks

SPAN

Troubleshooting FHRP Tracking

Details in OSPF over Different

Frame Relay Implementations

Cisco Express
Forwarding Switching

Integrating
Wireless LAN

Switch Virtualization
(StackWise, VSS)

Troubleshooting GRE Tunnels

OSPF Virtual Links

Implementing Nat
Virtual Interface

First Hop Redundancy for IPv6

Troubleshooting
Policy Based Routing

Implementation of NSSA and

Totally NSSA OSPF Areas

Implementing IPv6 Internet

Connectivity

Storm Control

Troubleshooting EIGRP for IPv6

Implementing BGP for IPv6

Troubleshooting BGP for IPv6

Securing Cisco Routers

Troubleshooting OSPFv3
Address Families Feature

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