Nokia Certified Data Center Fabric Professional
Learn the essentials of data center networking with Nokia’s SR Linux
Enhance your knowledge and credibility
The Nokia Data Center Fabric Professional is an entry-level certification focused on understanding modern data center networking essentials and Nokia SR Linux. It requires candidates to pass one exam.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Data Center Fabric Professional, students will:
Develop modern data center networking architectures using layer 3 and BGP for routing.
Learn the Nokia SR Linux architecture, 7220/7250 IXR routers, the Fabric Services System, and Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP).
Configure and verify interfaces and routing protocols with SR Linux CLI along with other SR Linux logging, monitoring, and filtering tools.
Earn your digital badge
Digital, secure, and verified badges, administered by Credly, that recognize your accomplishments and can be managed, displayed, shared, and verified online.
How to certify
To become a Nokia Data Center Fabric Professional, you must pass one written exam (multiple-choice) through Pearson VUE.
You can choose between our recommended instructor-led training, eLearning, or self-study materials to acquire the knowledge to pass the exam. Training is not required to attempt the exam.
- Instructor-led training offers you a mix of theoretical and hands-on experience guided by subject matter experts. You can attend a publicly scheduled open-enrolment course through live virtual delivery or schedule a private delivery.
- eLearning is an interactive and engaging online experience that lets you learn at your own pace.
- Self-study materials allow you to learn at your own pace by accessing the same course materials from our instructor-led training. You can also take advantage of optional My DCF Learning Labs to complete the same labs from the course, but it is not required to prepare for the exam.
- Self-study certification bundle gives you everything you need to become certified and offers the best value. Learn more
| Multiple-choice exam | Exam number | Instructor-led | Self-Study | eLearning | My DCF Learning Labs (optional) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nokia Data Center Fabric Fundamentals | 4A0-D01 | Learn more | Learn more | Learn more | Learn more |
The multiple-choice exam is administered by Pearson VUE online or at one of their global locations.
Take advantage of our practice exam to further prepare yourself for the exam or assess your current knowledge.
| Multiple-choice exam | Exam number | Practice exam | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Center Fabric Fundamentals | 4A0-D01 | Download | Register |
Your status will change in the Student Portal to show that you are certified. In addition, you will be able to download and print your diploma, and you will receive an email from Credly to claim your digital certification badge.
You've worked hard to earn your Nokia certification. Keep it working for you. Certifications are valid for three years.
You can recertify at anytime and reset your certification to 3 years to keep your designation current.