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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Cisco
Exam Format
60 min
45-55
750-850
Express Specialization
Registration
$300 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
3 years
Pass any current CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE exam; Pass the current 500-560 exam; Earn 30 Continuing Education (CE) credits
500-560 Exam Topics and Domains
500-560 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Cisco DNA Center, 24x7 support, 9800 WLC, Advanced replacement, and more.
1
Switching Overview and Features
15%
Switching Portfolio
Cisco Catalyst Switch PortfolioLAN Switching Fundamentals
- Understand the switching portfolio
- Identify appropriate switch solutions for business requirements
- Configure basic switching features
Product Solutions and Tools
Available Tools and Resources
- Leverage available tools for switch deployment
- Utilize resources for troubleshooting
2
Routing Overview and Features
15%
Routing Overview
IP Routing Fundamentals
- Understand basic concepts of IP routing
- Configure routing protocols
Product Portfolio and Positioning
Router Portfolio
- Select appropriate routing platform
- Position routing solutions
Tools and Resources
Routing Management Tools
- Utilize routing management tools
- Implement monitoring solutions
3
Wireless Overview and Features
25%
Cisco Wireless Products
Wireless Product Portfolio
- Understand wireless product offerings
- Select appropriate wireless solutions
Mobility Express
Mobility Express Features
- Deploy Mobility Express solutions
- Configure basic wireless features
Wireless LAN Controller Features
WLC Configuration and Management
- Configure wireless LAN controllers
- Implement security policies
Cisco DNA Spaces and Assurance
DNA Spaces FeaturesDNA Assurance
- Implement DNA Spaces solutions
- Utilize DNA Assurance for network optimization
4
Meraki Overview and Products
35%
Meraki Product Mix
Meraki MX Security AppliancesMeraki MS SwitchesMeraki MR Access PointsMeraki SM Systems ManagerMeraki MV Cameras
- Understand Meraki product portfolio
- Design Meraki solutions
- Configure cloud-managed networks
Licensing, Support, and Warranty
Meraki Licensing ModelSupport and Warranty
- Understand Meraki licensing
- Explain support options
Sales Cycle
Meraki Sales Process
- Execute Meraki sales cycle
- Conduct proof of concepts
5
Security Overview and Features
10%
Branch Threat Defense Umbrella
Cisco UmbrellaBranch Security
- Implement branch security solutions
- Configure Umbrella protection
Threat-Centric Security Approach
Security ArchitectureNetwork Security Features
- Design threat-centric security
- Implement network security controls
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Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for 500-560.
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Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with Cisco product portfolio
- Experience with small to medium business networking
- Knowledge of cloud networking concepts
- Understanding of network security fundamentals