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Official specifications published by Dell
Exam Format
90 min
Foundation
D-NWG-FN-23 Exam Topics and Domains
D-NWG-FN-23 is organized into 7 weighted domains.
1
Networking Essentials
5%
Network Device Purpose and Functions
Switches and routers
- Explain the purpose of network switches
- Explain the purpose of routers
- Distinguish between Layer 2 and Layer 3 devices
Interface and Cabling Options
Physical interfaces and cables
- Distinguish between interface types
- Distinguish between cabling options
- Select appropriate cables for requirements
Initial Switch Configuration
Basic switch setup
- Describe the steps for initial configuration of a switch
- Describe settings used for initial configuration
2
Ethernet Technologies
40%
Ethernet Addressing and Framing
MAC addresses and Ethernet frames
- Describe how Ethernet addressing operates
- Describe how Ethernet framing operates
- Explain MAC address learning process
LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol)
Neighbor discovery
- Describe the operation and behavior of LLDP
- Identify commands to configure LLDP
- Identify commands to verify LLDP
VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks)
VLAN concepts and configuration
- Describe the operation and behavior of VLANs
- Identify commands to configure VLANs
- Identify commands to verify VLANs
STP (Spanning Tree Protocol)
Loop prevention
- Describe the operation and behavior of STP
- Identify commands to configure STP
- Identify commands to verify STP
LAG (Link Aggregation Group)
Link aggregation
- Describe the operation and behavior of LAG
- Identify commands to configure LAG
- Identify commands to verify LAG
Storage Networking Features
SAN and storage concepts
- Describe common storage networking features
- Describe benefits of storage networking
3
IP Networking
25%
Private and Public IP Addressing
IP address classification
- Identify differences between private and public IP addressing
- Understand when to use each type
IPv4 Addressing
IPv4 properties and subnetting
- Describe properties of IPv4 addressing
- Perform basic subnetting calculations
- Understand subnet masks and CIDR
IPv6 Addressing
IPv6 format and types
- Describe the IPv6 address format
- Describe types of IPv6 addresses
- Understand IPv6 addressing structure
Layer 3 Forwarding Logic
Routing decisions
- Explain forwarding logic used by Layer 3 capable devices
- Understand routing table operations
Static and Dynamic Routing
Routing methods comparison
- Identify differences between static and dynamic routing
- Understand when to use each approach
4
Network Services
5%
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
DHCP configuration and operation
- Identify commands to configure DHCP
- Identify commands to verify DHCP operation
NTP (Network Time Protocol)
Time synchronization
- Describe the operation and behavior of NTP
- Identify commands to configure NTP
- Identify commands to verify NTP operation
5
Security Essentials
10%
Network Switch Access Security
Management access control
- Describe options for securing access to a network switch
- Understand secure vs insecure management protocols
Local Authentication
User accounts and passwords
- Identify commands to configure local authentication
- Manage user accounts and passwords
ACLs (Access Control Lists)
Traffic filtering
- Describe the use and configuration of ACLs
- Understand ACL structure and logic
6
Network Operations
10%
File Transfer to/from Switches
Configuration and firmware file management
- Identify commands to transfer files to/from switches
- Perform configuration backup and restore
Connectivity Troubleshooting
Common connectivity problems
- Identify common connectivity problems
- Identify solutions for connectivity issues
Switch OS Upgrade
Firmware upgrade procedures
- Outline recommended steps during a switch OS upgrade
- Understand upgrade best practices
SNMP Monitoring
SNMP configuration
- Identify commands to enable switch for SNMP monitoring
- Configure SNMP community strings and traps
7
Automation
5%
Smart Fabric Services
Dell network automation
- Explain the role of Smart Fabric Services
- Explain advantages of using Smart Fabric Services
Network Automation Advantages
Benefits of automation
- Explain advantages of network automation
- Understand when automation provides value