CCNP Routing and Switching Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Cisco announcing related to the CCNP?

A: The renaming of CCNP and new exams for ROUTE, SWITCH and TSHOOT.
Q: What is the new name of the CCNP Certication?
A: CCNP will be rebranded as CCNP Routing and Switching Certication.
Q: Why did Cisco rename CCNP to CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: Technology advancements and changes in job requirements have led to an increased focus
on routing and switching technologies, Cisco therefore decided to rebrand bringing the
certication in line with other technology focused professional level certications.
Q: What are the main changes?
A: Wireless, VoIP and Video content has been removed, IPv6 expanded and Cisco StackWise, VSS
and DMVPN technologies added.
Q: I am currently a valid CCNP. How can I achieve CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: If you are currently a CCNP, you will automatically become a CCNP Routing and Switching in the
Cisco database. When you recertify, you will get your CCNP Routing and Switching badge.
Q: Are the CCNP Routing and Switching exams changing?
A: Yes. The exams are changing to reect the refresh of the CCNP curriculum. The current
exams will end-of-life on 30
th
January, 2015
Exam 642-902 ROUTE is being replaced by 300-101 ROUTE
642-902 ROUTE will end-of-life on 30
th
January, 2015.
Exam 642-813 SWITCH is being replaced by 300-115 SWITCH
642-813 SWITCH will end-of-life on 30
th
January, 2015.
Exam 642-932 TSHOOT is being replaced by 300-135 TSHOOT
642-932 TSHOOT will end-of-life on 30
th
January, 2015.
Q: Can I mix and match the current exams with the newer exams to achieve CCNP Routing
and Switching?
A: Yes you can, Although whilst it is possible to mix version 1 and version 2 exams, the
TSHOOT v2 exam assumes knowledge of ROUTE v2 and SWITCH v2 topics. So candidates
who have completed version 1 exams for ROUTE or SWITCH will need to review version 2
blueprints in order to prepare for the TSHOOT v2 exam.
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Q: I am new to CCNP Routing and Switching. Which version of the exams should I take?
A: If you are starting the CCNP Routing and Switching Certication, it is recommended that you take the
newer exams as the revised exams are better aligned with current job roles. Students typically need 3-6
months preparation per exam making it difcult to complete before the version 1 exams go End of Life.
Although it is possible to mix version 1 and version 2 exams, the TSHOOT v2 exam assumes knowledge
of ROUTE v2 and SWITCH v2 topics. So candidates who have completed version 1 exams for ROUTE or
SWITCH will need to review version 2 exam topics in order to prepare for the TSHOOT v2 exam.
Q: What training is available to help me prepare for the new exams?
A: The best way to train is with instructor-led training offered by Authorised Cisco Learning Partners.
Exam Recommended Training
300-101 Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) 2.0
300-115 Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (SWITCH) 2.0
300-135 Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) 2.0
Global Knowledges schedule of courses can be found at www.globalknowledge.net
Q: I am just starting on the CCNP Routing and Switching program. Where can I go for more help?
A: The Cisco Learning Network certications community and the CCNP Routing and Switching Study Group
are a good source of assistance. Individuals can receive help from other candidates
or community members.
Q: What self-study materials are available to help me prepare for the new exams?
A: For self-study, Cisco offers a comprehensive range of preparation materials:
E-Learning courses and Practice Labs are available from Global Knowledge and offer maximum
exibility for delegates looking to study at times most appropriate to their individual circumstances.
The labs allow learners to get remote hands-on Cisco IOS Software Lab practice for both routing and
core switching, providing practice in a non-production environment.
Q: What are the recertication requirements for CCNP Routing and Switching?
A: The CCNP Routing and Switching certication is valid for three years.
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ROUTE SWITCH TSHOOT
Removed Added Removed Added Removed Added
Complex enterprise network
requirements (Cisco Network
Models, SONA Framework)
Overview of Basic Network and
Routing Concepts
Cisco Service-Oriented
Architecture (SONA)
Cisco SDM Templates FCAPS Model
Troubleshooting IPv6 Address
Assignment on Clients
Implementation Planning
and Documentation
Implementing RIPng
Cisco Lifecycle Services and
Network Implementation
DHCP for IPv6 Troubleshooting TCAM Problems
Troubleshooting DHCP
Snooping
Advertising an IP
Default Network in EIGRP
Conguring EIGRP for IPv6 Syslog NTP for IPv4 and IPv6, SNTP
Understanding Cisco IOS
Switching Paths (Process S
witching, Fast Switching, CEF)
Cisco TAC
EIGRP over Multipoint
Subinterfaces
Conguring Named EIGRP
Conguration
SNMP Version 2
Conguration
SNMP Version 3
Conguration
Cisco IOS Firewall
Security Feature
EIGRP Named Conguration
EIGRP Bandwidth Use Across
WAN Links
Conguring OSPFv3
Voice and Video in
Campus Networks
SPAN Troubleshooting FHRP Tracking
Details in OSPF over Different
Frame Relay Implementations
Cisco Express
Forwarding Switching
Integrating
Wireless LAN
Switch Virtualization
(StackWise, VSS)
Troubleshooting GRE Tunnels
OSPF Virtual Links
Implementing Nat
Virtual Interface
First Hop Redundancy for IPv6
Troubleshooting
Policy Based Routing
Implementation of NSSA and
Totally NSSA OSPF Areas
Implementing IPv6 Internet
Connectivity
Storm Control
Troubleshooting EIGRP for IPv6
Implementing BGP for IPv6 Troubleshooting BGP for IPv6
Securing Cisco Routers
Troubleshooting OSPFv3
Address Families Feature
Summary of changes to CCNP Routing and Switching Courses
Ciscos CCNP Certication is one of the most recognised certications in the industry, evolving over recent years to include specic technology focused tracks; it should therefore be no surprise that Cisco
have just announced a refresh of its agship CCNP curriculum. The CCNP Certication has been re-branded to Cisco Certied Network Professional Routing and Switching Certication. All three courses have
been updated and new exams introduced. The re-design has removed wireless, voip and video content and expanded IPv6. Cisco StackWise, VSS and DMVPN technologies have been added. Full details of the
amendments can be seen below.