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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Arista
Exam Format
Variable (multi-faceted, customized assessment)
Pass/Fail (no numeric score disclosed)
Expert
Registration
$295 USD
Online via Arista Academy Portal or online proctoring
Validity
2 years
Dedicated L7 Expert recertification exam (planned for early 2026); Achieving Expert L7 certification eliminates the need to recertify any lower-level certifications; Renewing at L7 automatically extends all lower-level certifications across all tracks
ACE-L7 Exam Topics and Domains
ACE-L7 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Arista EOS, CloudVision, Ansible, CloudVision Portal, and more.
1
Network Foundations
10%
Arista EOS Fundamentals
EOS Architecture and SysDBEOS CLI and Configuration Management
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of Arista EOS architecture including SysDB and NetDB
- Configure and manage Arista devices using EOS CLI
- Apply configuration sessions and checkpoints for safe configuration management
Layer 2 Switching Fundamentals
VLANs and TrunkingSpanning Tree ProtocolLink Aggregation and MLAG
- Configure VLANs, trunking, and inter-VLAN routing on Arista switches
- Implement and troubleshoot Spanning Tree Protocol
- Deploy LACP and MLAG for link redundancy
Layer 3 Routing Fundamentals
Static and Dynamic RoutingNetwork Security BasicsIPv6 and QoS
- Implement static and dynamic routing protocols
- Configure network security using ACLs and AAA
- Deploy IPv6 addressing and QoS policies
2
Data Center Architecture
25%
Layer 2 Leaf-Spine Design
L2LS ArchitectureBuilding L2LS with CLI and CloudVision
- Design and implement Layer 2 Leaf-Spine architectures
- Deploy L2LS fabric using CLI, CloudVision Configlets, and Studios
Layer 3 Leaf-Spine Design with BGP Underlay
BGP as Underlay ProtocolOSPF and IS-IS as Underlay Options
- Configure BGP, OSPF, or IS-IS as underlay routing protocol for L3 Leaf-Spine
- Implement eBGP load balancing and MLAG integration
VXLAN Overlay Design
VXLAN FundamentalsVXLAN Control Plane Options
- Design and implement VXLAN overlay for data center fabrics
- Configure and compare VXLAN control plane options
EVPN Overlay
EVPN Fundamentals and Route TypesEVPN Advanced ConceptsEVPN Multihoming
- Implement BGP EVPN overlay with multiple route types
- Configure Symmetric and Asymmetric IRB for L3 EVPN
- Deploy EVPN multihoming for server connectivity
CloudVision for Data Center Operations
CloudVision Setup and ProvisioningCloudVision Studios for Data CenterMonitoring and Troubleshooting
- Deploy and manage CloudVision for data center provisioning
- Use Studios for L3LS and EVPN deployment
- Monitor and troubleshoot data center networks using CloudVision
EOS Operations and Troubleshooting
EOS Upgrades and Recovery
- Perform EOS upgrades and MLAG ISSU procedures
- Troubleshoot EOS hardware and software issues
- Execute recovery procedures
3
Campus Networking
25%
Arista Campus Architecture and Design
Campus Design ModelsCampus Resiliency and Stacking
- Design campus networks using multiple Arista architecture models
- Implement campus resiliency with SSO, SSU, and SWAG
Building Wired Campus Networks
L2 Wired Campus DeploymentL3 Wired Campus with VXLAN-EVPN
- Deploy L2 and L3 wired campus networks using Arista solutions
- Implement VXLAN-EVPN for campus overlay services
Campus Wireless Networking
Wireless FundamentalsDeploying Wireless with CV-CUEWireless Operations with CV-CUE
- Deploy campus wireless networks using CV-CUE
- Configure and manage SSIDs with various authentication methods
- Monitor and troubleshoot wireless networks using CV-CUE AIOps
Campus Security
Zero Trust and Security BasicsNetwork Access Control with AGNIMicro-Segmentation with MSS
- Implement Zero Trust security architecture on campus networks
- Deploy AGNI for network access control
- Configure micro-segmentation with MSS
4
WAN Routing and MPLS
20%
MPLS Fundamentals
MPLS Basics and LDPMPLS Troubleshooting
- Configure and troubleshoot MPLS and LDP on Arista devices
- Understand MPLS label operations and forwarding behavior
Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPN Services
L2 VPN with Pseudowires and EVPNL3 VPN with BGP
- Implement L2 VPN services using pseudowires and EVPN
- Configure L3 VPN services with MP-BGP including advanced VPN scenarios
MPLS RSVP-TE Tunnels
RSVP-TE Configuration and Protection
- Configure and protect MPLS RSVP-TE tunnels
- Implement FRR for fast reroute protection
Segment Routing
SR Fundamentals and Traffic EngineeringSR-WAN and Data Center Interconnect
- Implement Segment Routing and SR-TE on Arista devices
- Design and deploy Data Center Interconnect using MPLS-SR WAN
5
Network Automation
20%
Automation Foundations and Tools
Core Automation PrinciplesGit Version ControlPython for Network Automation
- Set up automation development environment with VS Code and Git
- Write Python scripts to interact with Arista EOS via eAPI
- Use pyeapi for EOS automation
Ansible and Jinja for Network Automation
Ansible FundamentalsJinja Templating for Configuration
- Create Ansible playbooks for Arista network automation
- Build and deploy Jinja-based configuration templates
CloudVision Automation and APIs
CloudVision APIs and ProgrammabilityCloudVision Telemetry and Querying
- Automate CloudVision operations using REST API, CVPRAC, and gRPC
- Query network telemetry data using AQL and NetSQL
REST API Fundamentals
RESTful API Design and Usage
- Understand and use RESTful APIs for network automation
- Implement secure API authentication
Arista Validated Designs (AVD)
AVD for Fabric DeploymentAVD for L2LS, L3LS, and DCI
- Deploy automated fabric using Arista Validated Designs
- Build AVD data models for L2LS, L3LS, and DCI topologies
- Validate deployments using ANTA
How do I earn this certification?
Passing ACE-L7 earns the Arista Certified Engineer Expert (ACE Expert) certification. It sits in the All Tracks (Cross-Domain Expert) track.
Alternative Paths
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise Complementary multi-vendor enterprise networking expertise
- Juniper JNCIE-DCCross-vendor data center expert-level validation
- AWS Advanced Networking Specialty Cloud networking expertise to complement on-premises Arista skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-06-01
- Announcement date: 2025-06-01
Updates
- Arista AVD (Arista Validated Designs) Core automation skill required for Expert-level certification
- CloudVision Studios Primary provisioning method tested across DC and Campus tracks
- CV-CUE (CloudVision CUE) Key topic in Campus track, tested in wireless deployment scenarios
- ANTA (Arista Network Test Automation) Used in AVD workflows for deployment validation
Who should take this exam?
Pre-qualification requirement (specific details provided upon registration)
- Mastery of all Arista Academy Learning Tracks (Foundations, Data Center, Campus, WAN Routing, Automation)
- 7+ years of networking leadership and architecture experience
- Active ACE Level 5 Professional certifications across multiple tracks
- Extensive hands-on experience with Arista EOS and CloudVision
- Deep familiarity with Arista lab environments