FortiSwitch 7.2 Exam Description
FortiSwitch 7.2 Exam Description
FortiSwitch
Certification
This exam is part of the Fortinet Certified Professional - Network Security certification track. This certification validates your ability
to secure networks and applications by deploying, managing, and monitoring Fortinet network security products.
Visit the Cybersecurity Certification page for information about certification requirements.
Exam
The Fortinet NSE 6 - FortiSwitch 7.2 exam evaluates your knowledge of, and expertise with, FortiSwitch devices.
The exam tests applied knowledge of the FortiSwitch management mode, provisioning over the FortiLink protocol, configuration,
operation, and day-to-day administration, and includes supported deployment topologies, operational scenarios, configuration
extracts, and troubleshooting captures. This exam also tests knowledge of FortiSwitch deployed in standalone mode.
Once you pass the exam, you will receive the following exam badge:
Audience
The Fortinet NSE 6 - FortiSwitch 7.2 exam is intended for network and security professionals responsible for the deployment,
configuration, and management of FortiSwitch devices in a network security infrastructure.
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9/25/2023
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Exam Details
Scoring Pass or fail. A score report is available from your Pearson VUE account
Language English
Exam Topics
Successful candidates have applied knowledge and skills in the following areas and tasks:
l Manage and Provision FortiSwitch
l Manage FortiSwitch over FortiLink
l Deploy and provision FortiSwitch
l Use FortiCloud to manage FortiSwitch
l Deploy and manage FortiSwitch in standalone mode
l Configure SVI and dynamic routing on FortiSwitch
l Network planning and design
l Deploy FortiSwitch supported deployment topologies
l Select a suitable FortiSwitch model
l Deploy and configure FortiSwitch in a multi-tenancy environment
l Differentiate available FortiSwitch management operation modes
l Configure STP to prevent network loops
l Configure switch ports, split port, and available transceivers
l FortiSwitch essentials and fundamentals
l Deploying VLANs using FortiSwitch
l Use IGMP QoS and LLDP-MED on FortiSwitch
l Configure the ports required for stack deployment
l Implement switching and routing on available FortiSwitch devices
l Layer 2 control and security
l Use port security options on FortiSwitch
l Use available filtering and antispoofing techniques on FortiSwitch
l Use integrated and quarantine options to protect the network
l Use ACLs, security profiles, and VLAN security mechanisms on FortiSwitch
l FortiSwitch monitoring and troubleshooting
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Training Resources
The following resources are recommended for attaining the knowledge and skills that are covered on the exam. The
recommended training is available as a foundation for exam preparation. In addition to training, you are strongly encouraged to
have hands-on experience with the exam topics and objectives.
l FCP - FortiSwitch 7.2 course and hands-on labs
l FortiSwitch 7.2—Administration Guide
l FortiSwitchOS 7.2—CLI Reference
Experience
Minimum of six months of hands-on experience with FortiSwitch devices deployed in a network.
See the Fortinet Training Institute for the course that includes the sample questions.
Questions?
If you have more questions about the NSE Certification Program, contact us through the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk
page.