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Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies

he Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR 350-401) exam is a 120-minute certification test that validates advanced knowledge and skills in enterprise networking. It is the core exam required for both the CCNP Enterprise and CCIE Enterprise certifications.

Exam code

350-401 ENC

Duration

120 min

Questions

100

Official Prerequisites

  • Foundational networking knowledge including routing and switching concepts
  • Familiarity with IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, and STP
  • Experience with Cisco IOS XE command-line configuration and device management
  • Basic understanding of network security, VPNs, and QoS concepts
  • Exposure to network automation and programmability (Python, REST APIs) is recommended
Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies

Targeted Professions

Network Engineer Network Architect Network Administrator Network Operations Engineer Infrastructure Consultant

Domain blueprint

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Examines network design principles and best practices for Campus LAN, Data Center, SD-Access, SD-WAN, and Cloud network architectures.
Covers various network virtualizations and their uses in enterprise networks, including device, network function, and address virtualizations.
Focuses on Layer 2 and Layer 3 infrastructure design, implementation, and operations, including IP routing, IP addressing, IP services, and summarization.
Discusses how to monitor and troubleshoot network performance and issues using various approaches and Cisco DNA Center.
Covers essential security measures and technologies to protect network infrastructures, including implementing device hardening, segmentation, and Cisco network security solutions.

Domain 5

Security

20%
Covers essential security measures and technologies to protect network infrastructures, including implementing device hardening, segmentation, and Cisco network security solutions.

Domain 6

Automation

15%
Explores the fundamentals of network automation and programmability, including Python programming, APIs, configuration management tools, and data models like YANG.

Study Tip

Follow the official exam blueprint, complete hands-on labs in IOS XE/SD-Access, practice timed exams, review troubleshooting scenarios and config examples.

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