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Implementing Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies

The Implementing and Operating Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies (350-501 SPCOR) is a core exam for the CCNP Service Provider and CCIE Service Provider certifications, also earning the Cisco Certified Specialist - Service Provider Core credential.

Exam code

350-501 SPC

Duration

90 min

Questions

60

Official Prerequisites

  • Strong foundation in IPv4/IPv6 routing and switching fundamentals
  • Hands-on experience configuring BGP, OSPF, and MPLS on Cisco routers
  • Familiarity with Segment Routing, VPNs (L2/L3), and QoS principles
  • Experience with Cisco IOS XR and IOS XE platforms and CLI operations
  • Prior certification such as CCNP Enterprise or equivalent professional experience recommended
Implementing Cisco Service Provider Network Core Technologies

Targeted Professions

Service Provider Network Engineer Network Engineer Core Network Engineer Network Architect Network Operations Engineer

Domain blueprint

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Covers service provider network architectures, concepts, transport technologies, Cisco IOS software architectures, and virtualization models relevant to SP core networks.
Covers implementation and troubleshooting of core routing protocols (OSPF, IS-IS, BGP), routing policy language and techniques, and VPN/MPLS transport mechanisms.
Covers programmable data models, automation tools and protocols including YANG, NSO, telemetry, and the use of external systems for ensuring network performance and assurance.
Covers QoS architecture, models, and implementations in SP networks to meet SLA requirements including traffic classification, policing, shaping, and scheduling.
Covers control-plane, management-plane, and data-plane security mechanisms protecting SP network devices, routes, APIs, and infrastructure.

Domain 5

Security

20%
Covers control-plane, management-plane, and data-plane security mechanisms protecting SP network devices, routes, APIs, and infrastructure.

Study Tip

Practice hands-on labs for BGP, MPLS, Segment Routing, QoS, and VPNs on IOS-XR/IOS XE; review exam blueprint and timed practice tests.

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