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Jun 30, 2020
Release Date
Aug 11, 2025Last Updated

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Exam Details

Duration
Passing Score
LevelExpert
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For3 years
Release DateJun 30, 2020
Exam Cost$300

What topics are on the H12-891 exam?

1

Advanced Routing and Switching Technology 37%

1.1
Advanced Layer 2 Technologies
3 subtopics
1.1.1VLAN Advanced Features
1.1.2Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) Advanced
1.1.3Ethernet Link Aggregation
Learning Objectives
  • Master advanced VLAN technologies and their application scenarios
  • Implement and optimize STP in complex enterprise networks
  • Design link aggregation solutions for high availability
1.2
Advanced Routing Protocols
4 subtopics
1.2.1OSPF Advanced Features
1.2.2IS-IS Advanced Configuration
1.2.3BGP Advanced Features
1.2.4Route Control and Redistribution
Learning Objectives
  • Design and implement complex OSPF and IS-IS networks
  • Configure and optimize BGP for enterprise and service provider scenarios
  • Implement advanced routing policies and redistribution
1.3
MPLS and MPLS VPN
4 subtopics
1.3.1MPLS Fundamentals
1.3.2MPLS L3VPN
1.3.3MPLS L2VPN
1.3.4MPLS Traffic Engineering
Learning Objectives
  • Implement MPLS and label distribution protocols
  • Design and deploy MPLS L3VPN and L2VPN services
  • Configure MPLS traffic engineering for optimal path selection
1.4
IP Multicast
2 subtopics
1.4.1Multicast Fundamentals
1.4.2PIM Protocols
Learning Objectives
  • Configure IP multicast protocols
  • Design multicast routing solutions
  • Troubleshoot multicast forwarding issues
1.5
IPv6 Technologies
3 subtopics
1.5.1IPv6 Addressing and Protocols
1.5.2IPv6 Routing
1.5.3IPv6 Transition Technologies
Learning Objectives
  • Implement IPv6 addressing and routing
  • Configure IPv6 transition mechanisms
  • Design dual-stack networks
1.6
High Availability Technologies
2 subtopics
1.6.1VRRP and BFD
1.6.2Device and Link Redundancy
Learning Objectives
  • Implement gateway redundancy with VRRP
  • Configure BFD for fast convergence
  • Design high-availability network architectures
Domain Hands-on Skills
Configure complex VLAN scenarios including QinQ and VLAN mappingImplement multi-area OSPF with route summarization and filteringDesign and deploy BGP route reflection and confederationConfigure MPLS L3VPN with inter-AS connectivityImplement PIM-SM with RP redundancyConfigure IPv6 routing protocols and transition mechanismsDeploy VRRP and BFD for high availability
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Incorrect OSPF area type selection
  • BGP path attribute manipulation errors
  • MPLS VPN RD/RT misconfiguration
  • Multicast RPF check failures
  • IPv6 address assignment conflicts
2

Campus Network Planning and Deployment 23%

3

WAN Interconnection Network Planning and Deployment 8%

4

Bearer WAN Planning and Deployment 15%

5

Network Automation 17%

How do I earn the Hcie-Datacom certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Datacom

Current Level

  • H12-891_V1.0HCIE-Datacom V1.0 (Written)Written
  • H12-892_V1.0HCIE-Datacom V1.0 (Lab)Lab

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Re-take H12-891_V1.0 and H12-892_V1.0 exams before expirationAchieve a higher-level or updated Huawei certificationParticipate in Huawei Continuing Education programs and earn required credits

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Official Resources

Community Resources

Huawei Enterprise Support CommunityReddit - r/huawei

Hands-on Labs

https://support.huawei.com/enterprise/en/tool/ensp

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What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

iMaster NCE ControllersLatest

Critical for campus, WAN, and automation domains

Released: 2024-ongoing
SRv6 (Segment Routing v6)Current

Major component of Bearer WAN domain (15%)

Released: 2020-ongoing
VXLAN-EVPNCurrent

Essential for campus and data center topics

Released: 2019-ongoing
CloudCampus SolutionLatest

Core component of Campus Network domain (23%)

Released: 2020-ongoing

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • HCIP-Datacom-Core Technology certification
  • 5 years of hands-on experience with enterprise networks
  • Experience with Huawei VRP operating system
  • Knowledge of routing, switching, and MPLS technologies

Experience Level: Expert

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$300 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE, Huawei Authorized Testing Centers
Online ProctoringNot Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For3 years
Recertification
  • Re-take H12-891 and H12-892 exams before expiration
  • Achieve a higher-level Huawei certification
  • Participate in Huawei continuing education programs

What jobs can I get with this?

Market Demand

Job RolesSenior Network Engineer, Network Architect, Data Center Network Engineer, SD-WAN Specialist, Network Automation Engineer, Network Consultant
IndustriesTelecommunications, Enterprise IT, Data Centers, Service Providers, System Integrators, Managed Service Providers
Geographic RelevanceChina (very high demand), Asia-Pacific region (high demand), Middle East and Africa (growing demand), Latin America (moderate demand), Europe (moderate demand)

Career Benefits

  • Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in Huawei Datacom technologies
  • Highest level of Huawei networking certification
  • Enhances career opportunities in enterprise networking
  • Qualifies for advanced technical roles and consulting positions
  • Global recognition of Huawei networking expertise

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