Data Center Design, Specialist (JNCDS-DC)
Register NowThe Design track enables you to demonstrate competence with Juniper Networks design principles and associated technologies. JNCDS-DC, one of the specialist-level certifications in this track, is designed for networking professionals and designers with intermediate knowledge of data center network design, theory, and best practices. The written exam verifies your understanding of data center network design principles.
This track includes four certifications:
Exam Preparation
We recommend the following resources to help you prepare for your exam. However, these resources aren't required, and using them doesn't guarantee you'll pass the exam.
Recommended Training
Exam Resources
- Industry Knowledge
- Juniper Networks Technical Publications
Additional Preparation
Exam Objectives
Here’s a high-level view of the skillset required to successfully complete the JNCDS-DC certification exam.
Exam Objective |
Description |
Data Center Design Considerations |
Describe the concepts of data center design
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IP Fabric Architecture |
Describe the design considerations of a data center IP fabric
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Data Center Interconnect |
Describe the design considerations for interconnecting data centers
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Data Center Security |
Describe the design considerations for securing the data center
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Virtualization in the Data Center |
Describe the design considerations for virtualization in the data center
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Traffic Prioritization in the Data Center |
Describe the design considerations for traffic prioritization in the data center
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High Availability in the Data Center |
Describe the design considerations for high availability in the data center
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Exam Details
Exam questions are derived from the recommended training and the exam resources listed above. Pass/fail status is available immediately after taking the exam. The exam is only provided in English.
Exam Code
JN0-1302
Prerequisite Certification
Delivered by
Exam Length
90 minutes
Exam Type
Written exam, plus 65 multiple-choice questions
Recertification
Juniper certifications are valid for three years. For more information, see Recertification.