CCNP Data Center Certification
The Cisco CCNP Data Center certification validates professional-level knowledge of data center networking, compute, storage networking, automation, and security. It is designed for IT professionals who implement, manage, monitor, design, or troubleshoot Cisco data center infrastructure.
To earn the certification, candidates must pass two exams:
- The core exam: 350-601 DCCOR
- One concentration exam of their choice
The core exam covers essential data center technologies, including network infrastructure, Cisco UCS compute platforms, Fibre Channel, storage networking, automation, programmability, and security. The concentration exam allows you to focus on a specific professional area, such as infrastructure design, troubleshooting, Cisco ACI, data center automation, or AI infrastructure.
Cisco awards a Specialist certification for every exam you pass. After passing 350-601 DCCOR, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center Core certification. Your selected concentration exam also provides a related Specialist credential.
NYTCC offers structured CCNP Data Center training and online learning support for professionals preparing for the Cisco exams. Training can help you understand the published objectives, practise technical concepts, review exam domains, and build a focused preparation plan.
Why Choose CCNP Data Center Certification Training?
Modern data centers combine networking, servers, storage, virtualization, security, automation, and centralized management. Professionals who understand how these areas work together can support more reliable and scalable infrastructure.
CCNP Data Center training can help you:
- Build advanced knowledge of Cisco data center technologies.
- Understand network, compute, and storage relationships.
- Develop skills in Cisco Nexus, Cisco UCS, Fibre Channel, and ACI environments.
- Strengthen automation and programmability knowledge.
- Choose a concentration that matches your technical goals.
- Prepare for the 350-601 DCCOR and selected concentration exam.
- Improve troubleshooting, monitoring, and infrastructure management skills.
The certification does not replace practical experience, but it gives employers a structured way to evaluate your knowledge of Cisco data center solutions.
Course Structure
Everything you need to know about the curriculum and outcomes.
Why Choose Us?
NYTCC provides focused CCNP Data Center training for professionals who want a clear and organised preparation path. Our training approach can combine instructor guidance, topic-based lessons, practice exercises, mock assessments, revision support, and explanations of complex data center concepts in simple language.
You can study the common DCCOR objectives first and then prepare for the concentration exam that best matches your role. Trainers can also help you identify weak areas, review technical terminology, and organise your study schedule around work commitments.
NYTCC training supports exam preparation. Cisco issues the CCNP Data Center certification only after you pass the required Cisco exams.
CCNP Data Center Certification Exam Format
It will require you to pass two tests. Five exams total: one core exam and one focus exam.
| Exam Detail | Core Exam | Concentration Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Requirement | 350-601 DCCOR v1.1 | Choose 1 eligible concentration exam |
| Exam Name | Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies | Depends on selected specialization |
| Duration | 120 Minutes | 90 Minutes |
| Price | US$400 or Cisco Learning Credits | US$300 or Cisco Learning Credits |
| Language | English | English; 300-635 DCNAUTO also supports Japanese |
| Results | Pass/Fail; typically online within 48 hours | Pass/Fail; typically online within 48 hours |
| Core Focus | Network, compute, storage networking, automation, and security | Specialized Data Center skills |
| Certification Requirement | Must Pass | Must Pass 1 |
| Specialist Credential | Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center Core | Specialist credential based on chosen exam |
| Exam Code | Exam Name |
|---|---|
| 300-610 DCID | Designing Cisco Data Center Infrastructure |
| 300-615 DCIT | Troubleshooting Cisco Data Center Infrastructure |
| 300-620 DCACI | Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure |
| 300-635 DCNAUTO | Automating Cisco Data Center Networking Solutions |
| 300-640 DCAI | Implementing Cisco Data Center AI Infrastructure |
CCNP Data Center Certification Examination Cost
The Cisco-listed price for the 350-601 DCCOR core exam is US$400. Each concentration exam is listed at US$300. Therefore, the two required exams have listed fees of US$700 before applicable taxes or other charges.
Domains of CCNP Data Center Certification
Knowledge weightage as per official certification standards.
| Core Exam Domain | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Network | 25% |
| Compute | 25% |
| Storage Network | 20% |
| Automation and Artificial Intelligence | 15% |
| Security | 15% |
| 300-620 DCACI v1.2 Domain | Description | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | ACI Fabric Infrastructure | 20% |
| 2.0 | ACI Packet Forwarding | 15% |
| 3.0 | External Network Connectivity | 20% |
| 4.0 | Integrations | 15% |
| 5.0 | ACI Management | 20% |
| 6.0 | ACI Anywhere | 10% |
| 300-610 DCID v1.2 Domain | Description | Weight | 300-640 DCAI v1.0 Domain | Description | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Network Design | 35% | 1.0 | AI Fundamentals and Applications | 20% |
| 2.0 | Compute Design | 25% | 2.0 | AI Infrastructure Components and Architecture | 30% |
| 3.0 | Storage Network Design | 20% | 3.0 | AI Infrastructure Deployment and Data Management | 30% |
| 4.0 | Automation Design | 20% | 4.0 | AI Infrastructure Operations and Troubleshooting | 20% |
| 300-615 DCIT v1.2 Domain | Description | Weight | 300-635 DCNAUTO Exam Domain | Description | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | Network | 25% | 1.0 | Network Automation Foundation | 15% |
| 2.0 | Compute Platforms | 25% | 2.0 | Infrastructure as Code | 25% |
| 3.0 | Storage Network | 15% | 3.0 | Network Element Programmability | 25% |
| 4.0 | Automation | 15% | 4.0 | Operations | 25% |
| 5.0 | Management and Operations | 20% | 5.0 | AI in Automation | 15% |
Career Post CCNP Data Center Certification
CCNP Data Center certification can support career development in data center networking and infrastructure. Potential roles include Data Center Network Engineer, Systems Engineer, Network Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Storage Network Engineer, Data Center Consultant, and Network Architect.
Your career results will depend on your professional experience, technical skills, location, employer, and ability to apply the knowledge in real environments. Combining CCNP Data Center with practical experience in Cisco Nexus, UCS, ACI, storage, automation, and cloud infrastructure can strengthen your professional profile.
Average Salary
The average salary for a CCNP Data Center certified professional in the USA ranges from approximately $115,000 to $153,000 per year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco CCNP Data Center certification?
The CCNP Data Center certification is a professional-level Cisco credential that validates knowledge of data center networking, compute, storage networking, automation, and security.
How many exams are required for CCNP Data Center certification?
You must pass two exams: the 350-601 DCCOR core exam and one concentration exam from Cisco’s approved options.
Is CCNA required for the CCNP Data Center?
No. Cisco does not list CCNA as a formal prerequisite. However, networking and data center experience can help you prepare more effectively.
What is the 350-601 DCCOR exam?
350-601 DCCOR is the core exam for CCNP Data Center. It covers network, computer, storage network, automation, and security technologies.
Which concentration exam should I choose?
Choose DCID for design, DCIT for troubleshooting and operations, DCACI for Cisco ACI, DCNAUTO for data center automation, or DCAI for AI infrastructure.
What is the CCNP Data Center exam cost?
The core exam is listed at US$400. Each concentration exam is listed at US$300. The two required exams therefore have listed fees of US$700 before taxes or other charges.
How long is the CCNP Data Center certification valid?
Cisco states that the certification is valid for three years. You can renew it through approved Continuing Education activities or by passing eligible Cisco exams before expiration.
Does NYTCC training guarantee Cisco certification?
Training can support your preparation, but Cisco awards the certification only after you pass the required exams. No training provider can issue the Cisco credential.
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