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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Huawei
Exam Format
90 min
114
600
Associate
Registration
$200 USD
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English, Chinese (Simplified)
Validity
3 years
Re-take HCIA-Access exam; Pass HCIP-level exam; Pass HCIE written exam
H35-210-V2-5 Exam Topics and Domains
H35-210-V2-5 is organized into 7 weighted domains. Expect to work with Enterprise connectivity, Layer 2 switching, Residential Internet access, 10G uplinks, and more.
1
Access Network Overview
3%
Access Network Fundamentals
Access Network ArchitectureAccess Network Technologies Overview
- Describe the role and position of access networks in telecommunications infrastructure
- Identify different types of access technologies and their applications
- Understand the evolution of access network technologies
2
Network Communication Basics
18%
OSI and TCP/IP Models
OSI Seven-Layer ModelTCP/IP Protocol Suite
- Explain the OSI and TCP/IP networking models
- Identify protocols operating at different network layers
- Understand protocol interactions and packet encapsulation
Ethernet Fundamentals
Ethernet Frame StructureEthernet Standards and Media
- Describe Ethernet frame structure and operation
- Identify Ethernet standards and their physical media requirements
- Understand MAC addressing and switching fundamentals
IP Addressing and Subnetting
IPv4 AddressingSubnetting and VLSM
- Explain IPv4 addressing structure and classes
- Perform subnetting calculations and subnet design
- Apply VLSM for efficient address allocation
3
xPON and xDSL Principles
27%
PON Technology Fundamentals
PON Architecture and ComponentsGPON Technology10G PON and Next-Generation PON
- Describe PON network architecture and component functions
- Explain GPON protocol operation and specifications
- Compare different PON technologies (GPON, XG-PON, XGS-PON, 50G PON)
- Understand PON bandwidth allocation and QoS mechanisms
xDSL Technology
DSL FundamentalsADSL and ADSL2+VDSL and VDSL2
- Explain DSL technology principles and copper line utilization
- Compare ADSL, ADSL2+, VDSL, and VDSL2 specifications
- Understand factors affecting DSL performance (distance, noise, crosstalk)
- Describe advanced DSL features (vectoring, bonding, G.fast)
Huawei Access Products
Huawei OLT PlatformsHuawei ONT/ONU EquipmentHuawei DSLAM Products
- Identify Huawei access network product families (OLT, ONT, DSLAM)
- Understand MA5800 series OLT architecture and capabilities
- Describe ONT/ONU types and their applications
- Explain Huawei DSLAM product portfolio
4
Service Implementation Basics (PPPoE, DHCP, VLAN)
21%
PPPoE Protocol
PPPoE FundamentalsPPPoE in Access Networks
- Explain PPPoE protocol operation and packet flow
- Describe PPPoE authentication mechanisms (PAP, CHAP)
- Understand PPPoE deployment in access networks
- Configure and troubleshoot PPPoE connections
DHCP Protocol
DHCP FundamentalsDHCP in Access Networks
- Explain DHCP protocol operation and message exchange
- Describe DHCP lease process and renewal mechanisms
- Understand DHCP relay and Option 82
- Configure DHCP services on access equipment
VLAN Technology
VLAN FundamentalsAdvanced VLAN FeaturesVLANs in PON Access
- Explain VLAN technology and 802.1Q standard
- Configure VLANs on switches and access devices
- Understand QinQ and VLAN stacking for service providers
- Design VLAN architectures for access networks
5
Data Service Implementation
16%
Internet Access Service Configuration
Broadband Access Service ModelsNAT and Address Management
- Describe broadband service provisioning models
- Configure Internet access services on access equipment
- Explain NAT operation and configuration
- Understand IPv4 address management challenges and solutions
Voice Service Configuration
VoIP and SIP FundamentalsVoice Service Provisioning
- Explain VoIP and SIP protocol operation
- Configure voice services on access equipment
- Understand QoS requirements for voice traffic
- Provision and troubleshoot VoIP services
IPTV Service Configuration
IPTV ArchitectureIPTV Service Provisioning
- Describe IPTV architecture and delivery mechanisms
- Configure IGMP and multicast for video services
- Provision IPTV services on access equipment
- Understand QoS and bandwidth requirements for video
6
ODN (Optical Distribution Network) Basics
10%
ODN Architecture and Components
ODN InfrastructureOptical Power Budget
- Describe ODN architecture and passive components
- Explain optical fiber types and characteristics
- Calculate optical power budgets for PON deployments
- Select appropriate ODN components for network design
ODN Installation and Maintenance
ODN Deployment Best PracticesODN Testing and Troubleshooting
- Explain ODN installation best practices
- Use optical test equipment (OTDR, power meter, VFL)
- Troubleshoot optical layer issues
- Verify ODN performance and quality
7
NMS (Network Management System) Basics
5%
Network Management Fundamentals
NMS Architecture and FunctionsHuawei U2000 NMS
- Explain network management principles and FCAPS model
- Describe Huawei U2000 NMS architecture and features
- Use NMS for device configuration and monitoring
- Understand management protocols and interfaces
Device Management and Monitoring
Configuration ManagementFault and Performance Management
- Perform configuration backup and restore operations
- Use templates for bulk provisioning
- Monitor network alarms and events
- Analyze performance metrics and KPIs
How do I earn this certification?
Passing H35-210-V2-5 earns the HCIA-Access certification. It sits in the Access Networks / Fixed Network Technologies track.
Next Level Options
- HCIP-Access - HCIP-Access (Professional Level) Advanced access network technologies and solutions • Next step after HCIA-Access for specialization in access networks
- HCIE - HCIE (Expert Level) Expert-level certification in various ICT domains • Requires passing written and lab exams; HCIA-Access provides foundation for expert-level pursuit
Alternative Paths
- HCIA-Datacom - HCIA-Datacom Broader networking foundation including routing, switching, and enterprise networks
- HCIA-5G - HCIA-5G Wireless access technologies complement fixed access knowledge
- HCIA-Transmission - HCIA-Transmission Understanding transport layer supporting access networks
- HCIA-Cloud Service - HCIA-Cloud Service Cloud services delivered over access networks
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2021-07-29
- Announcement date: 2021-07-29
Updates
- 50G PON Commercial deployment phase Future exam versions may include 50G PON content as technology matures; current V2.5 focuses on GPON and 10G PON • Release date: 2024-2025
- MA5800T Ultra-Broadband Backplane 1T with 2T evolution capability Demonstrates platform scalability covered in HCIA-Access curriculum • Release date: 2024
- U2000 Network Management System Latest release NMS basics domain (5% of exam) covers U2000 fundamentals • Release date: Ongoing updates
- Wi-Fi 6/Wi-Fi 7 ONT Integration Latest generation Current exam focuses on ONT fundamentals; future versions may expand wireless integration coverage • Release date: 2024-2025
Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, Ethernet)
- Familiarity with telecommunications fundamentals
- 6-12 months hands-on experience with network equipment (recommended but not required)
- Completion of HCIA-Access V2.5 training course (highly recommended)