IT Certification and Career Paths

Multiservice Switching

The Cisco Multiservice Switching Specialist focused certification addresses network professionals who need to successfully implement ATM Multiservice switching and service provisioning based on Cisco BPX® and MGX™ networks. This certification provides candidates with the technical expertise necessary to install, configure, support, troubleshoot and design complex ATM-based networks in the service provider segment.

Retired July 4, 2004

Multiservice Switching Specialist Prerequisites

Valid CCNA certification

Multiservice Switching Specialist Exams & Recommended Training

Required Exam(s) Recommended Training 9E0-911 ATMMS WAN Quick Start (WQS) Available free online through Cisco Learning Connection Installing Cisco WAN Switches (ICWS) BPX Switch and Services Configuration (BSSC) MGX ATM Concentrator Configuration (MACC) Cisco WAN Manager Installation and Operations (CWMIO) 9E0-921 PNNIMPLS MGX ATM Edge Switch Configuration (MAESC) SES Controller Configuration (SESCC) Implementing Multiprotocol Label Switching (IMPLS)

Multiservice Switching Specialist Recertification

Multiservice Switching Specialist certifications are valid for two years. To recertify, take and pass the current version of the appropriate Multiservice Switching Specialist exams.

Previously earned WAN certifications will remain active for a period of three years from the date achieved. At that time, the Cisco Multiservice Switching Specialist will be the replacement path for validating knowledge in this field.

	Cisco Multiservice Switching Specialist data sheet (pdf)
	Cisco Multiservice Switching Network Solutions