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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Fortinet
Exam Format
70 min
32
NSE 6 - Specialist
Registration
$200 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
2 years
Retake NSE6_FSW-7.2 exam (or current version); Pass any NSE 6 exam; Pass any NSE 7 exam
NSE6-FSW-7-2 Exam Topics and Domains
NSE6-FSW-7-2 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with FortiLAN Cloud, FortiLink, FortiGate GUI, FortiSwitch Stack, and more.
1
Manage and Provision FortiSwitch
20%
Manage FortiSwitch over FortiLink
FortiLink Protocol ConfigurationFortiSwitch Provisioning
- Deploy and provision FortiSwitch devices using FortiLink
- Configure FortiGate to manage FortiSwitch over FortiLink protocol
- Implement automatic and manual provisioning methods
- Troubleshoot FortiLink connectivity issues
Use FortiCloud to Manage FortiSwitch
FortiCloud Integration
- Register and configure FortiSwitch with FortiCloud
- Manage FortiSwitch devices through cloud portal
- Implement remote monitoring and troubleshooting
Deploy and Manage FortiSwitch in Standalone Mode
Standalone Operation
- Configure FortiSwitch in standalone mode
- Differentiate between managed and standalone operation modes
- Manage standalone FortiSwitch using FortiLAN Cloud
Configure SVI and Dynamic Routing on FortiSwitch
Switch Virtual Interfaces (SVI)Dynamic Routing Protocols
- Configure Switch Virtual Interfaces (SVI) for Layer 3 operation
- Implement dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP) on FortiSwitch
- Configure inter-VLAN routing
- Integrate FortiSwitch routing with network infrastructure
2
Network Planning and Design
25%
Deploy FortiSwitch Supported Deployment Topologies
Stack DeploymentSupported Network Topologies
- Design and deploy FortiSwitch stack topologies
- Implement MCLAG for redundancy
- Configure FortiSwitch with FortiGate HA
- Plan multi-tier switching architectures
Select a Suitable FortiSwitch Model
FortiSwitch Model Selection
- Evaluate FortiSwitch models for specific use cases
- Calculate PoE requirements
- Match features to business requirements
- Plan for scalability and growth
Deploy and Configure FortiSwitch in Multi-Tenancy Environment
VDOM-Based Multi-Tenancy
- Configure multi-tenancy across VDOMs
- Assign FortiSwitch to specific VDOMs
- Implement tenant isolation and security
- Manage multiple tenants on shared infrastructure
Differentiate Available FortiSwitch Management Operation Modes
Operation Modes
- Compare and contrast FortiSwitch operation modes
- Select appropriate mode for deployment scenarios
- Convert between operation modes
- Understand feature limitations by mode
Configure STP to Prevent Network Loops
Spanning Tree Protocol VariantsLoop Protection Features
- Configure STP, RSTP, and MSTP
- Implement loop protection mechanisms
- Optimize STP for network topology
- Troubleshoot STP-related issues
Configure Switch Ports, Split Port, and Available Transceivers
Port ConfigurationSplit Port TechnologyTransceiver Support
- Configure switch ports for different roles
- Implement split port configurations
- Select and deploy appropriate transceivers
- Configure port aggregation (LAG)
3
FortiSwitch Essentials and Fundamentals
20%
Deploying VLANs Using FortiSwitch
VLAN Configuration
- Create and configure VLANs on FortiSwitch
- Configure trunk and access ports
- Implement dynamic VLAN assignment with 802.1X
- Troubleshoot VLAN connectivity issues
Use IGMP, QoS, and LLDP-MED on FortiSwitch
IGMP SnoopingQuality of Service (QoS)LLDP-MED for Endpoint Deployment
- Configure IGMP snooping for multicast optimization
- Implement QoS marking, queuing, and rate limiting
- Deploy LLDP-MED for VoIP and endpoint management
- Configure voice VLANs and PoE via LLDP-MED
Configure Ports Required for Stack Deployment
Stack Ports and ICL
- Configure stack ports for FortiSwitch stack
- Implement Inter-Chassis Links (ICL)
- Configure stack priority and roles
- Troubleshoot stack connectivity
Implement Switching and Routing on Available FortiSwitch Devices
Layer 2 Switching FeaturesLayer 3 Routing Features
- Implement Layer 2 switching features
- Configure Layer 3 routing on supported models
- Configure port mirroring for traffic analysis
- Optimize switch performance
4
Layer 2 Control and Security
20%
Use Port Security Options on FortiSwitch
Port Security Features802.1X Authentication
- Configure port security features
- Implement 802.1X port-based authentication
- Integrate with RADIUS/FortiAuthenticator
- Configure dynamic VLAN assignment
- Implement MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB)
Use Available Filtering and Antispoofing Techniques on FortiSwitch
Antispoofing FeaturesTraffic Filtering
- Implement DHCP snooping for IP address protection
- Configure Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI)
- Deploy IP Source Guard
- Configure broadcast storm control
- Implement MAC filtering
Use Integrated and Quarantine Options to Protect the Network
Network Access Quarantine
- Configure quarantine VLANs
- Integrate with FortiNAC for compliance
- Implement automated quarantine policies
- Configure remediation workflows
Use ACLs, Security Profiles, and VLAN Security Mechanisms on FortiSwitch
Access Control Lists (ACLs)Security ProfilesVLAN Security
- Create and apply ACLs on FortiSwitch
- Configure security profiles for ports
- Implement VLAN security mechanisms
- Deploy private VLANs for isolation
5
FortiSwitch Monitoring and Troubleshooting
15%
Use SNMP and sFlow to Monitor FortiSwitch and Ports
SNMP ConfigurationsFlow Configuration
- Configure SNMP for FortiSwitch monitoring
- Implement sFlow for traffic analysis
- Integrate with monitoring platforms
- Optimize sampling rates for performance
Configure and Use Different Packet Sampling Options
Packet Sampling Methods
- Configure different packet sampling methods
- Export sampled data to collectors
- Balance sampling accuracy with performance impact
Configure Available Packet Capturing Methods
Packet Capture Techniques
- Configure port mirroring for packet capture
- Implement RSPAN for remote analysis
- Create effective capture filters
- Analyze captured traffic
Troubleshoot FortiLink Issues
FortiLink Connectivity TroubleshootingCommon FortiLink Problems
- Diagnose FortiLink connectivity issues
- Troubleshoot authorization and discovery problems
- Resolve configuration sync issues
- Verify firmware compatibility
Use Available Tools to View and Extract Network Information from FortiSwitch
Diagnostic CommandsInformation Extraction
- Use CLI diagnostic commands effectively
- Extract network information for troubleshooting
- Monitor FortiSwitch health and status
- Analyze logs for issue identification
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NSE6-FSW-7-2 earns the FortiSwitch Administrator v7.2 Badge certification. It sits in the Secure Networking track.
Current Level Exams
- NSE6_FAZ - FortiAnalyzer
- NSE6_FNC - FortiNAC
- NSE6_SDW - SD-WAN
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- NSE6_FNC - FortiNAC Complementary network access control skills for secure networking infrastructure
- NSE6_SDW - SD-WANExpand into WAN and SASE technologies while maintaining secure networking focus
- NSE6_OTS - OT Security Apply switching knowledge to operational technology environments
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE_RETIRING_SOON
- Last content update: 2022-Q2
- Announcement date: 2025-10-15
Updates
- FortiSwitch OS 7.2 7.2.x Current exam version - no updates expected before retirement • Release date: 2022-Q2
- Expected FortiSwitch OS 7.4+ 7.4 or higher Likely basis for future NSE6_FSW exam versions
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network engineers and Security professionals.
- NSE 4 - FortiGate certification
- 6 months hands-on experience with FortiSwitch
- Understanding of switching and routing concepts
- Familiarity with FortiGate integration