Supporting Cisco Data Center Networking Devices (640-893)
Exam Description: The 640-893 DCTECH exam is required for Cisco Certified Technician Data Center
certification. This exam tests a candidate's knowledge of the skills required to perform onsite support
and maintenance of Cisco Data Center System components and operating software. The exam also tests
a candidate's ability to work effectively with the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC). Candidates can
prepare for this exam by taking the Supporting Cisco Data Center System Devices v1.0 online training
course, available from the Cisco Learning Network Store. The exam is closed book and no outside
reference materials are allowed.
The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the exam. However,
other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam. In order to better reflect the
contents of the exam and for clarity purposes, the guidelines below may change at any time without
notice.
17%
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General Networking Knowledge
Demonstrate a high level understanding of SAN technology
Describe what an IP address and subnet is; and add default gateway and subnet mask
Differentiate between these Layer 2 technologies: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit
Ethernet
Describe what FTP does
Describe what TFTP does
Describe what Telnet does
Describe what ping does
Use the OSI and TCP/IP models and their associated protocols to explain how data flows
in a network
Identify and correct common network problems at Layers 1 and 2
Identify the cabling and connectors
Identify Cisco Equipment and Related Hardware
Describe the Cisco Unified Computing System components and chassis layout
Cisco Unified Computing System LED descriptions
Describe the UCS C-Series Rack Mount Servers components and chassis layout
Describe the Cisco Nexus 2000 Series Fabric Extender components
Identify Cisco Nexus 2000 Fabric Extender Cabling Types
Describe the Cisco Nexus 5000 Series Switch components
Describe the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Switch components
Describe the Cisco MDS 9000 product family components
Identifying the MDS 9000 Family Storage Networking Modules
Identify Cisco products by logo marking and model number (including but not limited to
locations on chassis, line card, module, or adapter)
Identify and locate the serial number of Cisco products (including but not limited to
locations on chassis, line card, module, or adapter)
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Service-related Knowledge
Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC)
Describe features and functionality of UCS Manager
Describe the different command modes for Cisco NX-OS software
Determine the current mode of the device
Know how to export technical support data
Verify the device configuration
Know how to use and interpret the basic Cisco NX-OS commands
Identify a configuration file from a Cisco device
Use the Device File Systems, directories, and files
Perform password recovery on a Cisco NX-OS Switch device
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Describe the Features of the Cisco Load Balancing Solutions
Make a physical connection from laptop to Cisco console port
Perform installation process steps and expected outcomes
Perform initial setup tasks
Service restoration verification
Perform remedial procedures on Cisco devices
Use the hardware tools needed for repair
Upgrade the BIOS on a UCS server blade with the GUI
Upgrade Cisco Integrated Management Controller Firmware on a UCS Server C Series
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