The exam will certify candidates on the usage and features of Internet Protocols associated with CN transmission, the functional components and applications associated with Content Switching, Content Routing, and Caching. In addition the certification will provide instruction on network topology, system design, configuration, implementation and testing of various CN equipment including all Content Switches and ACNS. New program domain topics covered include; Improved assessment of CN product and architecture, Cisco CSS 11500 and CSM for Cisco Catalyst 6500, CLI and Initial Configuration, Services Owners and Content Rules, Load Balancing, VIP and Interface Redundancy, Adaptive Session Redundancy, SSL Module, DNS Global Load Balancing and ACNS.
Exam Topics
The following information provides 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.
Explain the usage and features of Internet Protocols associated with CDN transmission. This includes the usage and features of TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL, HTML, DNS, and Multimedia Streaming protocols
Identify the functions of Keepalives
Identify the basic functions and parts of a HTML page. Identify HTTP result code
Given a specific example identify the basic interaction between a browser and web server
Given a list of possibilities, identify the correct TCP/IP 3-way handshake
Explain the concept of streaming media
Explain the principles of DNS name resolution and DNS load balancing
Explain how SSL/TLS secures Web traffic with encryption and authentication via digital certificate. Describe the steps in an SSL handshake
Successfully design and implement Cisco Content Switching Products
Describe protocols (HSRP, CAPP, VRRP, ASR) and technologies for to provide high availability
Compare and contrast the features available in CSS and CSM
Identify the solutions that CSS/CSM provides
Describe CSS/CSM components and operations
Describe the installation environments and considerations of a CSS/CSM solution
Given a network diagram and system design, configure and test a Cisco 11500 Content Switch and Catalyst 6500 Content Switching Module (CSM)
Determine when a CSS solution is appropriate vs. a CSM solution
Describe the installation and configuration of CSS/CSM redundant hardware options, VIP & Interface Redundancy and Adaptive Session Redundancy
Understand the concepts, designs and configuration of Global Server Load Balancing, including principles of DNS
Design and Implement Content Distribution and Routing
Identify common uses, configurations, and scalability of ACNS
Given a network diagram and system design, configure and operate Cisco Content Distribution Manager, Content Router and Content Engine
Describe ACNS features and identify the solutions that ACNS enables
Describe the configuration requirements of the Content Distribution Manager for controlled edge content delivery
Describe the configuration of a ACNS solution using command line and centralized management GUI
Implement and trouble-shoot the functionality, components, and applications associated with Content Caching
Determine the proper client-request intercept method, given a set of customer requirements
Choose the appropriate ACNS configuration and services to meet stated customer requirements
Explain the interoperation of DNS and ACNS SHR (simplified hybrid routing)
Explain the differences in WCCP services
Choose the appropriate ports needed for pre-positioning of Content
Describe the necessary files and formats to target and acquire content
Describe the purpose and selection criteria of a root Content Engine
Select the appropriate licensed services for edge devices
Choose the correct authentication method for access to authenticated content
Given a specific number of managed edge content engines, identify the proper platform for the Content Distribution Manager
Determine the proper method to increase cache performance of existing Content Engine installations
Describe the interoperation between a requesting client and an ACNS Content Router
Describe the advanced features of WCCP version 2
Describe the benefits of caching for Internet and Intranet type traffic
Given a list of network statistics, identify how to properly size a Content Engine
Describe the proper usage of channels when used under the Content Distribution Manager
Describe how to properly acquire content via ACNS
Identify the required configuration steps to distribute content via the Content Distribution Manager
Describe the requirements and process of content acquisition into ACNS
Recommended Training
The following courses are recommended training for this exam.
Content Services Switch Operation and Configuration (CSSOC)
Application & Content Networking System Operation and Configuration (ACNS)
Courses listed are offered by Cisco Learning Partners—the only authorized source for Cisco IT training delivered exclusively by Certified Cisco Instructors. Check the Global Learning Partner Locator for a Cisco Learning Partner near you.
Additional Resources
A variety of Cisco Press Self Study titles may be available for this exam and may be purchased through the Cisco Bookstore in the Cisco Marketplace, directly through Cisco Press, or wherever you purchase technical books.
