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The HCIP-Datacom-Advanced Routing & Switching Technology certification exam, with

the code H12-831, is designed to test and validate the advanced knowledge and
skills of network engineers in routing and switching technologies, particularly
with a focus on Huawei's Datacom solutions. This exam is part of the Huawei
Certified ICT Professional (HCIP) certification, which is a higher-level
certification than the HCIA level.

Exam Overview:
Exam Code: H12-831 (HCIP-Datacom-Advanced Routing & Switching Technology)
Duration: 90 minutes
Number of Questions: Typically 60-70 questions
Passing Score: 600/1000 (this can vary depending on the version)
Question Type: Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and true/false questions
Core Exam Topics and Modules:
The exam covers in-depth knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and
configurations specific to Huawei's network devices and technology. Here are the
key modules of the exam:

1. Advanced Routing Technologies:


OSPF (Open Shortest Path First):
Advanced concepts such as OSPF areas, route summarization, route filtering, and
virtual links.
OSPF neighbor relationships and LSAs (Link-State Advertisements).
BGP (Border Gateway Protocol):
Concepts like BGP attributes, route policies, and route reflectors.
eBGP/iBGP configurations and route optimization.
BGP route aggregation, AS-path prepending, and multi-homing.
IS-IS (Intermediate System to Intermediate System):
Configuration and troubleshooting of IS-IS in single-area and multi-area
environments.
Route leaking and metrics in IS-IS.
2. Switching Technologies:
Layer 2 Technologies:
Advanced Spanning Tree Protocols (MSTP, RSTP).
Link aggregation (LACP), VLANs, QinQ, and GVRP.
Ethernet loop prevention mechanisms.
Layer 3 Switching:
VLAN routing and inter-VLAN routing.
High-availability mechanisms like VRRP (Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol) and
HSRP.
3. MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) and VPNs:
MPLS Fundamentals:
LDP (Label Distribution Protocol) and basic MPLS configuration.
MPLS forwarding mechanisms and troubleshooting.
MPLS VPNs:
MPLS Layer 2 VPN (L2VPN) and Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN).
Configuration and troubleshooting of MPLS VPN solutions.
Traffic Engineering with MPLS-TE:
Configuring and understanding MPLS Traffic Engineering for optimized network
resource utilization.
4. IPv6 Advanced Technologies:
Transition Mechanisms:
Dual-stack, NAT64, and IPv6 tunneling.
IPv6 routing protocols like OSPFv3, BGP with IPv6 extensions.
IPv6 Addressing:
Advanced IPv6 addressing strategies, including subnetting and route summarization.
5. QoS (Quality of Service):
QoS Mechanisms:
Traffic classification, marking, policing, and shaping.
Congestion management using queuing mechanisms such as WRR (Weighted Round Robin)
and PQ (Priority Queuing).
Traffic Engineering and QoS:
Bandwidth management, prioritization, and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs)
for critical services.
6. Network Security:
ACLs (Access Control Lists):
Advanced ACL configurations for traffic filtering and security.
Routing Security:
Techniques to secure dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP).
Route filtering, route authentication, and preventing malicious routing attacks.
Device Security:
Configuring SSH, AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting), and
local/remote user authentication for network devices.
7. Network Management and Automation:
NMS (Network Management Systems):
Using Huawei’s network management platforms for device monitoring and management.
Netconf/YANG Models:
Introduction to network automation, APIs, and automation protocols like Netconf and
YANG.
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol):
Network monitoring and configuration using SNMPv3.
8. Network Optimization and Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting Tools and Techniques:
Understanding how to use Huawei’s diagnostic tools, including ping, traceroute, and
network logs.
Performance Monitoring:
Monitoring the health and performance of a network using built-in tools and third-
party applications.
Traffic Optimization:
Techniques to optimize network performance such as route optimization, policy-based
routing (PBR), and load balancing.
9. High Availability and Reliability:
Redundancy Mechanisms:
Understanding and configuring high-availability protocols like VRRP, HSRP, and BFD
(Bidirectional Forwarding Detection).
Resilient Networks:
Configuring link and device redundancy, understanding failover mechanisms.
Exam Preparation:
Huawei Official Learning Materials:

Huawei Datacom e-Learning platforms provide structured courses, video tutorials,


and detailed materials.
Huawei Press Books: For in-depth theory and practice on each topic.
Practical Labs:

Hands-on experience with Huawei equipment or simulators (such as Huawei eNSP) is


critical to passing the exam.
Use Huawei's simulation software or access real devices to practice complex routing
and switching scenarios.
Practice Exams:

Use mock exams and past question dumps (from trusted sources) to get familiar with
the types of questions.
Participate in online forums or study groups focused on Huawei certifications.
Recommended Resources:
Huawei Learning Cloud: Offers extensive courses, tutorials, and lab environments
for preparation.
HCIP-Datacom Books: Huawei Press has specific textbooks focused on HCIP-Datacom,
especially routing & switching.
Community Forums: Engage with other professionals preparing for the exam in forums
or study groups.

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