What topics are on the 1V0-4120 exam?

Architecture and Technologies 20%

1.1

Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) Concepts

1 subtopics

1.1.1SDDC Basic Concepts

Learning Objectives

Identify the basic concepts of SDDC

1.2

Virtual Networking Challenges

1 subtopics

1.2.1Traditional Networking Challenges

Learning Objectives

Identify how virtual networking addresses traditional networking challenges

1.3

Software Defined Networking (SDN)

1 subtopics

1.3.1SDN Building Blocks

Learning Objectives

Identify the Software Defined Networking (SDN) building blocks

Domain Hands-on Skills

Recognizing SDDC componentsUnderstanding SDN architecture

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing physical and virtual networking concepts
Misunderstanding control and data plane separation

VMware Products and Solutions 60%

Administrative and Operational Tasks 20%

How do I earn the VMware Certified Technical Associate - Network Virtualization certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Network Virtualization

Prerequisites

NoneNo formal prerequisitesOptional

Next Steps

Current Level

1V0-41.20Associate VMware Network VirtualizationAssociate
1V0-21.20Associate VMware Data Center VirtualizationAssociate
1V0-71.21Associate VMware Application ModernizationAssociate

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Not required - VCTA certifications do not expireCan upgrade to Professional level certifications

How do I study for the 1V0-4120 Exam?

Practice the VMware Certified Technical Associate - Network Virtualization with our Exam Simulator

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Study Tips

Start with the official exam preparation guide to understand objectives
Complete hands-on labs to gain practical experience
Focus heavily on NSX-T architecture and components (60% of exam)
Understand the NSX Manager UI navigation thoroughly
Know the differences between Tier-0 and Tier-1 gateways
Practice identifying use cases for different VMware products
Review vSphere networking concepts as foundation

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

NSX-T Data Center3.0 - 4.2

Core exam content based on NSX-T 3.0, newer features may appear

Released: 2020-2024

vSphere7.0 - 8.0

vSphere networking concepts remain foundational

Released: 2020-2022

NSX Intelligence1.1+

Security analytics and visualization features

Released: 2020+

Industry Trends

Multi-cloud networking becoming essential skill
Zero Trust and micro-segmentation adoption accelerating
Kubernetes integration with NSX-T gaining importance
Automation and Infrastructure as Code focus increasing
Security-first networking approach becoming standard

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

Basic IT, network and security experience
Basic virtualization knowledge
Basic OS understanding
Familiarity with switching and routing concepts
6 months experience with VMware products

Experience Level: Entry

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$250 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	No expiration
Recertification	Not required - certification does not expire

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

Foundation for advanced VMware certifications
Validates NSX-T knowledge
Entry point to network virtualization
Preparation for VCP-NV certification

1v0-41.20

What's Included

Complete Exam Package

Multiple Exam Modes

Lifetime Updates

Money Back Guarantee

Exam Details

What topics are on the 1V0-4120 exam?

Architecture and Technologies 20%

Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) Concepts

Virtual Networking Challenges

Software Defined Networking (SDN)

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

VMware Products and Solutions 60%

Administrative and Operational Tasks 20%

How do I earn the VMware Certified Technical Associate - Network Virtualization certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the 1V0-4120 Exam?

Practice the VMware Certified Technical Associate - Network Virtualization with our Exam Simulator

Official Training

Official Documentation

Community Resources

Study Tips

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

How long is the certification valid?

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

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