Foundation Express for Account Managers Exam

The 646-361 FOUNDAM exam is intended primarily for Cisco Channel Partner Account Managers. The exam tests a candidate's knowledge of the features and benefits of wireless, security, and routing and switching products, how the products are integrated into a complete solution and the competitive differentiators and positioning of the products.

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. In order to better reflect the contents of the exam and for clarity purposes the guidelines below may change at any time without notice.

Describe and identify the capabilities of foundation level network technologies

• Describe the features and business benefits of the Cisco Access Router line
• Describe the features and business benefits of the Cisco Catalyst Switch family
• Describe the features and business benefits of the Cisco Wireless solutions
• Describe the features and business benefits of network management systems
• Describe the features and business benefits of the Self Defending Network solution architecture
• Describe the business case for network integration

Describe and recommend the appropriate Cisco technical solutions

• Identify the appropriate applications for solution deployment
• Describe the features, advantages, and business benefits of securing the network in relation to customer requirements
• Describe the routing & switching, security, and wireless applications for various Cisco market segments
• Describe the Cisco resources available to assist in the sales cycle
• Describe purpose and use of Cisco learning credits

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