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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Cisco
Exam Format
90 min
65-75
825
Specialist
Registration
$300 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass any current CCNP-level exam; Pass any current CCIE lab exam; Pass any evolving technologies exam
600-212 Exam Topics and Domains
600-212 is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with Authentication, Bearer management, Alarm forwarding, Automation, and more.
1
LTE Architecture and Standards
5%
LTE Network Architecture
E-UTRAN ArchitectureEPC Architecture
- Describe the LTE network architecture and its components
- Identify the roles of different network elements
- Understand the interfaces between network components
3GPP Standards
Release Evolution
- Understand 3GPP standardization process
- Identify key features of different releases
2
MME (Mobility Management Entity) - 4G LTE
16%
MME Functions and Architecture
Core MME FunctionsMME Interfaces
- Configure MME on Cisco ASR 5000 Series
- Implement NAS signaling procedures
- Manage UE mobility and session states
MME Procedures
Attach ProceduresHandover ManagementTracking Area Management
- Implement attach and detach procedures
- Configure handover parameters
- Optimize tracking area configurations
3
SGW (Serving Gateway) - 4G LTE
10%
SGW Architecture and Functions
User Plane FunctionsSGW Interfaces
- Configure SGW on Cisco ASR 5000
- Implement user plane handling
- Manage GTP tunnels
SGW Operations
Bearer ManagementMobility Procedures
- Implement bearer procedures
- Configure QoS policies
- Optimize mobility handling
4
PGW (Packet Data Network Gateway) - 4G LTE/EHRPD
15%
PGW Core Functions
IP Address ManagementPolicy and ChargingPacket Filtering
- Configure PGW on Cisco ASR 5000
- Implement IP address allocation schemes
- Deploy policy and charging rules
PGW Interfaces and Protocols
S5/S8 InterfaceSGi InterfaceGx/Gy/Gz Interfaces
- Configure external interfaces
- Implement charging interfaces
- Integrate with policy systems
5
Voice Over LTE (VoLTE)
20%
VoLTE Architecture
IMS IntegrationVoLTE Bearer RequirementsPolicy Control for VoLTE
- Understand VoLTE architecture components
- Configure VoLTE-specific bearers
- Implement policy control for voice services
VoLTE Call Procedures
VoLTE RegistrationVoLTE Call SetupSRVCC (Single Radio Voice Call Continuity)
- Implement VoLTE registration procedures
- Configure VoLTE call handling
- Deploy SRVCC for voice continuity
VoLTE Services and Features
Supplementary ServicesEmergency ServicesRich Communication Services (RCS)
- Configure supplementary services
- Implement emergency calling
- Enable RCS features
6
Other Interfaces
5%
Supporting Interfaces
S6a InterfaceS1AP ProtocolDNS and DIAMETER
- Configure supporting interfaces
- Implement protocol requirements
- Troubleshoot interface issues
7
Charging
13%
Charging Architecture
Online Charging System (OCS)Offline Charging System (OFCS)Charging Triggers
- Configure charging interfaces
- Implement charging rules
- Manage CDR generation
Charging Implementation
Cisco ASR 5000 ChargingRoaming and MVNO Charging
- Deploy charging solutions
- Configure roaming charging
- Implement MVNO models
8
Lawful Intercept
5%
LI Architecture and Implementation
LI ComponentsLI Implementation on ASR 5000
- Understand LI requirements
- Configure LI on network elements
- Ensure compliance and security
9
Management Protocols
11%
Network Management
SNMP ManagementCLI ManagementPerformance Management
- Configure management interfaces
- Implement monitoring solutions
- Optimize network performance
Operations and Maintenance
Fault ManagementSoftware ManagementBackup and Recovery
- Implement O&M procedures
- Configure fault management
- Plan backup and recovery
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- UNKNOWN
- Last content update: Unknown
Updates
- ASR 5000 Series StarOS 21.x Platform still relevant but evolving to virtualized deployments • Release date: Ongoing updates
- VoLTE IR.92 v16.0 Core technology remains relevant • Release date: 2023
- 5G NSA/SA 3GPP Release 17 Next evolution - not covered in 600-212 • Release date: 2022
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network Engineers working with mobile operators and Service Provider architects.
- Understanding of mobile network architectures
- Knowledge of 3GPP standards and specifications
- Experience with IP networking and routing protocols
- Familiarity with Cisco ASR 5000 Series platforms
- Basic understanding of UMTS/3G networks