Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist

The Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist validates an individual's knowledge of installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco Data Center products to maintain a highly scalable, efficient, and high performing Data Center Networking environment. Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist professionals understand how to deploy and optimize the following features and benefits:

Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switches Service Modules
Nexus 2000, 5000, and 7000

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Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist Prerequisites
Valid Cisco CCNP or any CCIE certification can act as a prerequisite.

Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist Exams & Recommended Training
Required Exam(s)	Recommended Training
642-973 DCNIS-1	Implementing Cisco Data Center Network Infrastructure 1 (DCNI-1)
642-974 DCNIS-2 Last day to test: 5/7/12	Implementing Cisco Data Center Network Infrastructure 2 (DCNI-2)
OR
642-992 DCUFI Available: 2/7/12	Implementing Cisco Data Center Unified Fabric (DCUFI)
Note: Channel Partners may use the 642-992 exam in place of the 642-974 exam to meet specialist requirements. For more information on qualifying exams, please visit the Partner Education Connection.

Cisco Data Center Networking Infrastructure Support Specialist Recertification
Complete one of the following recertification options every two years: Re-take and pass all exams for each Specialist certification indicated on the specific certification page. Please note: this includes ALL exams whether refreshed or not. Pass a current CCIE or CCDE written exam Achieving or recertifying CCDE or any CCIE automatically extends your active Specialist certification(s) up to the point of expiration of the last certification achieved.

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