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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Cisco
Exam Format
90 min
60-70
Not specified
Specialist
Registration
$300 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass any Expert-level exam; Pass any two Professional concentration exams; Pass any three Associate exams
700-841 Exam Topics and Domains
700-841 is organized into 8 weighted domains. Expect to work with Data collectors, Edge analytics, Industrial wireless solutions, REST APIs, and more.
1
Extended Enterprise
15%
SD-Access Solution Components
SD-Access Architecture
- Describe the components for the SD-Access solution
- Understand fabric architecture for IoT deployments
Extended Enterprise Solution and CVD
Extended Enterprise Architecture
- Explain the Extended Enterprise Solution and CVD
- Apply CVD principles to IoT deployments
SD-WAN for IoT
SD-WAN Architecture for IoT
- Describe the use of SD-WAN architecture for IoT products
- Understand SD-WAN optimization for IoT traffic
2
Industrial Security
15%
Cisco Cyber Vision Solutions
Cyber Vision Architecture
- Explain the Cisco Cyber Vision solutions architecture and components
- Understand industrial visibility requirements
Cyber Vision Integration
Integration with Cisco Products
- Explain Cisco Cyber Vision Integration with Cisco products
- Design integrated security architectures
ISA3000 Hardware and Software
ISA3000 Industrial Security Appliance
- Describe the value of ISA3000 hardware and software
- Configure ISA3000 for industrial deployments
Industrial Environment Use Cases
Cyber Vision and ISA3000 Deployments
- Describe the uses of Cyber Vision and ISA3000 in industrial environments
- Design secure industrial networks
3
Manufacturing Solutions
10%
Manufacturing Topology Scenarios
Manufacturing Network Topologies
- Describe manufacturing topology scenarios
- Select appropriate network designs
Resiliency Protocols and Reference Architecture
Manufacturing Resiliency
- Describe the benefits of supported resiliency Protocols and Reference Architecture
- Implement redundancy in manufacturing networks
Deep Packet Inspection for Process Visibility
DPI in Manufacturing
- Describe how Deep Packet Inspection informs process visibility objectives
- Implement industrial protocol monitoring
4
Distribution Automation or Secondary Substation Solutions
10%
Distribution Automation Topology Scenarios
DA and Substation Topologies
- Describe Distribution Automation or Secondary Substation topology scenarios
- Design utility communication networks
Distribution Grid Use Cases
Grid Visibility and Control
- Explain use cases focused on distribution grid visibility/control, efficiency, and reliability
- Implement grid automation solutions
Energy/Utility Connectivity Products
Utility Access Solutions
- Describe Energy/Utility access connectivity products and solutions
- Select appropriate utility networking equipment
5
Roadways/Intersections Solutions
10%
Roadways and Intersection Topology Scenarios
Transportation Network Topologies
- Describe roadways and intersection topology scenarios
- Design transportation networks
High Availability for Roadway Networks
HA Features for Transportation
- Explain High Availability features used by roadway/intersection networks
- Implement resilient transportation networks
Roadside Access Connectivity Products
Roadside Connectivity Solutions
- Describe Roadside access connectivity products and solutions
- Select appropriate roadside networking equipment
6
Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul
10%
Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul Solution
URWB Solution Overview
- Describe the Cisco Ultra Reliable Wireless Backhaul solution
- Identify appropriate use cases
URWB Architecture
Architecture Components
- Explain the architecture of the Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul solution
- Design wireless backhaul networks
URWB Hardware and Software
Hardware and Software Components
- Explain the hardware and software of the solution
- Select appropriate URWB components
7
IoT Operations Dashboards and Asset Vision
15%
IoT Operations Dashboard Services
Dashboard Services Overview
- Describe IoT Operations Dashboard services
- Understand monitoring capabilities
IoT Operations Dashboard Architecture
Architecture Components
- Explain the IoT Operations Dashboard architecture
- Design dashboard deployments
Industrial Asset Vision Solution
Asset Vision Architecture
- Describe the Industrial Asset Vision solution architecture
- Implement asset monitoring
Gateway and Sensors Onboarding
Onboarding Process
- Explain the Gateway and Sensors onboarding process
- Implement device onboarding
Industrial Asset Vision Administration
Administration Tasks
- Describe Industrial Asset Vision administration
- Manage Asset Vision deployments
8
Edge Data - Edge Intelligence and IOx
15%
Edge Intelligence Architecture
Architecture Overview
- Describe the architecture of Edge Intelligence
- Design edge computing solutions
Southbound Data Extraction
Data Collection from OT
- Explain the use of Edge Intelligence to extract southbound data
- Implement data collection from OT systems
Edge Intelligence Data Policy
Data Policy Management
- Explain Edge Intelligence data policy
- Configure data handling policies
IOx Communication with IoT Sensors
Sensor Communication Strategies
- Explain strategies for Cisco IOx to communicate with IoT sensors
- Implement sensor integration
IOx Hosting Environment
Application Hosting on IOx
- Describe the hosting and execution environment running on Cisco IOx-capable products
- Deploy applications on IOx
Docker with Cisco IOx
Docker Integration
- Explain the purpose of the Docker toolchain with Cisco IOx
- Deploy Docker containers on IOx platforms
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 700-841 earns the IoT Advantage for System Engineers certification. It sits in the IoT and Industrial Networking track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- 300-730 - SVPNIndustrial security expertise
- 300-435 - ENAUTONetwork automation for IoT
- 300-635 - DCAUTOData center automation
- 300-735 - SAUTOSecurity automation
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2021-01-01
- Announcement date: 2020-11-01
Updates
- Cisco Cyber Vision 4.2 Enhanced visibility features may appear in future exam updates • Release date: 2024-03-01
- Cisco IOx 2.0 New container orchestration features relevant for exam • Release date: 2024-01-15
- Edge Intelligence 1.8 Updated data policy features important for exam • Release date: 2024-02-01
Who should take this exam?
- CCNA certification or equivalent knowledge
- Understanding of industrial networking concepts
- Experience with IoT deployments
- Knowledge of Cisco networking products