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Cisco 640-916 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies (DCICT) |
| Exam Number: | 640-916 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 55-65 (approx.) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired (no longer available) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Simulation / scenario-based questions, Multiple answer |
| Passing Score: | Scaled score (Cisco does not publish a fixed passing percentage) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | USD 300 (approx., varies by region) |
| Related Certifications: | CCNA Data Center |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based exam (online proctored or test center) |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites, but basic networking knowledge is recommended |
Cisco 640-916 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Data Center Networking Technologies | - Switching technologies
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| Data Center Operations | - Monitoring and troubleshooting
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| Storage Networking | - Storage fundamentals
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| Data Center Fundamentals | - Network fundamentals for data centers
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| Virtualization and Cloud Concepts | - Server virtualization
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| Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) | - UCS architecture
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640-916 Exam FAQ and Buying Guide
Cisco recommends these training resources for the Cisco Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies exam:
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The Cisco Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies exam contains 55-65 (approx.) to complete within 90 minutes. Timed simulation in the Prep4SureReview Desktop Test Engine teaches that rhythm before exam day does.
The official Cisco Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies outline defines 6 domains. The leading three are Virtualization and Cloud Concepts, Data Center Fundamentals, and Data Center Networking Technologies. The full list is in the topics section above, and Prep4SureReview's 188 practice questions cover each one.
The 640-916 exam is a Cisco certification exam validating the Cisco Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: CCNA Data Center. Earning the credential in 2026 can strengthen a career, and Prep4SureReview prepares candidates with 188 practice questions in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
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Cisco Introducing Cisco Data Center Technologies Sample Questions:
Which two options are two functions of the data center core layer? (Choose two.)
- A. acts as a high speed egress point
- B. provides a resilient Layer 3 routed fabric
- C. manages access control and policy
- D. creates separate collision domains
- E. implements security policy
- F. enables routing between VLANs
Correct Answer: A,B 🗳️
Which requirement is unique to service profile templates?
- A. VLAN
- B. VSAN
- C. vHBA
- D. pooled identities
- E. vNIC
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
On the Cisco Nexus 5000, which three commands help verify network connectivity? (Choose three.)
- A. show interface brief
- B. show vdc membership
- C. ping
- D. show otv
- E. traceroute
Correct Answer: A,C,E 🗳️
Based on a modular approach in network design, what are the two functionalities of the data center core layer? (Choose two.)
- A. data encryption
- B. high-speed transport
- C. connection between WAN and server farm blocks
- D. NAT
- E. access-list checking and filtering
Correct Answer: B,C 🗳️
Which interface provides heartbeat messages between the VSM and VEM?
- A. packet
- B. management
- C. SVI
- D. control
- E. backplane
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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