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Cisco 650-196 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | SMB Specialization for Engineers |
| Exam Number: | 650-196 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-based questions, Multiple choice |
| Real Exam Qty: | Approximately 45–55 |
| Passing Score: | N/A (Cisco does not publicly disclose passing score) |
| Exam Duration: | 75 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Related Certifications: | Cisco SMB Specialization Cisco Channel Partner Specialization |
| Exam Price: | USD 125–300 (varies by region and partner status) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online or test center (Pearson VUE) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended experience in SMB networking solutions and Cisco partner ecosystem knowledge. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cisco.com |
Cisco 650-196 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Pre-sales Engineering for SMB Customers | - Solution design and recommendation - Customer requirement analysis |
| Sales and Partner Enablement | - Value-based selling for SMB - Partner ecosystem and channel models |
| Small and Medium Business (SMB) Solutions Overview | - Core SMB networking solutions - Cisco SMB portfolio positioning |
| Cisco SMB Technologies | - Wireless and security solutions - Routing and switching fundamentals for SMB - Cloud-managed networking (Cisco SMB tools) |
Cisco 650-196 Exam: Common Questions
The Cisco SMB Specialization for Engineers blueprint spans 4 domains — including Pre-sales Engineering for SMB Customers, Cisco SMB Technologies, Small and Medium Business (SMB) Solutions Overview. Weightings show where the exam concentrates; the full outline above covers every subtopic.
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The Cisco SMB Specialization for Engineers is Cisco's certification exam for SMB, at the Professional level. It demonstrates verified, job-relevant capability to employers. Related credentials include Cisco Channel Partner Specialization, Cisco SMB Specialization.
75 minutes for Approximately 45–55 questions. Rehearse the format interactively: the Prep4SureReview online engine recreates the test atmosphere, so pacing is trained before it counts.
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Recommended experience in SMB networking solutions and Cisco partner ecosystem knowledge. Eligibility rules change from time to time, so confirm the current requirements on the official page (official 650-196 exam page) before booking.
Cisco SMB Specialization for Engineers Sample Questions:
Which two protocols provide investment protection to Cisco SPA phone owners who are migrating from a hosted offering with a major third-party call control system to on-premises Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series?
- A. SMTP
- B. SPCP
- C. SSL
- D. SIP
- E. SNMP
Correct Answer: B,D 🗳️
Several of the Cisco small business switches allow you to assign roles to ports depending on what device you are connecting. What is this functionality called?
- A. FindIT
- B. SmartPorts
- C. CDP
- D. LLOP-MEO
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
A computer is connected to the network through a NIC, which has a unique assignment that is called the Ethernet MAC address. Which layer of the OSI model does the MAC address use to communicate with the network?
- A. data link
- B. session
- C. application
- D. network
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
Which type of approach does Cisco Smart Designs use as a framework for additional hardware, software, and services?
- A. Sequential
- B. Conceptual
- C. Layered
- D. Parallel
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
Where is the Cisco OnPlus Network Agent appliance installed?
- A. Third-party data center
- B. Customer premises
- C. Partner location
- D. Cisco-hosted data center
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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