CCNP DC Core (Cisco CCNP Data Center Core (350-601 DCCOR)) — Free Online Mock Test
DCCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. Data center networking, compute (UCS), storage, automation, security. Also a CCIE Data Center qualifier. · Official language: English.
CCNP DC Core exam at a glance
CCNP DC Core key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Cisco Systems (delivered through Pearson VUE). |
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| Official website | cisco.com — 350-601 DCCOR ↗ |
| Mode | Proctored exam at a Pearson VUE test centre or online with proctoring. Duration 120 minutes. |
| Frequency | On demand, year-round. |
| Scoring & marking | Cisco does not publish the question count or passing score — results are on a scaled range (roughly 300–1000) with a variable cut score, and there is no negative marking. 350-601 DCCOR is the core exam for CCNP Data Center (paired with one Data Center concentration exam) and also serves as the qualifying exam for CCIE Data Center. Blueprint (v1.2) domains: Network 25%, Compute 25%, Storage Network 20%, Automation & Artificial Intelligence 15%, Security 15%. |
| Score validity | The CCNP Data Center / Specialist certification is valid for 3 years; renew with Continuing Education credits or by re-exam. |
| Language | English and Japanese. |
Who is eligible for CCNP DC Core?
No formal prerequisite; Cisco recommends roughly 3–5 years of data-centre experience.
Last verified July 2026 against Cisco — 350-601 DCCOR exam, Cisco Learning Network — DCCOR exam topics. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CCNP DC Core section breakdown
The CCNP DC Core mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CCNP DC Core (60 Q)
CCNP DC Core scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CCNP DC Core has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CCNP DC Core (pass 700/1000).
How CCNP DC Core is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CCNP DC Core time strategy
With 60 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 120 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CCNP DC Core (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CCNP DC Core topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CCNP DC Core, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CCNP DC Core (60 Q)
- Routing — OSPF · 4
- Routing — BGP · 3
- Security — L2 · 3
- Switching — STP · 2
- Security — VPN · 2
- Security — AAA · 2
- WAN — MPLS VPN · 2
- Virtualization — VXLAN · 1
CCNP DC Core difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
DCCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. Data center networking, compute (UCS), storage, automation, security. Also a CCIE Data Center qualifier. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CCNP DC Core bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CCNP DC Core
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what CCNP DC Core really tests
DCCOR (350-601) is a 120-minute exam covering Cisco data-centre core technologies — Nexus networking, UCS compute, Fibre Channel storage, automation/AI and security. It is the core exam for CCNP Data Center and doubles as the written qualifier for CCIE Data Center; the v1.2 blueprint adds Nexus Dashboard and AI content.
Preparation tips
- Balance study across Network and Compute (50% combined) but do not skip Storage FC/zoning.
- Practise NX-OS automation (NX-API, Python, Ansible) — v1.2 adds AI content.
- Get hands-on with UCS Manager/Intersight and ACI fabric/access policies.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Neglecting Fibre Channel/SAN concepts (NPV/NPIV, zoning) that non-storage engineers find unfamiliar.
- Skipping the automation domain assuming it is minor — it is 15% and now AI-inclusive.
CCNP DC Core study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Study Nexus networking (OSPF, MP-BGP, vPC, VXLAN EVPN, ACI) and UCS compute
- Get hands-on with UCS Manager / Intersight and ACI access policies
- Read the DCCOR Official Cert Guide against the v1.2 blueprint
- Learn Fibre Channel, zoning, VSAN and NPV/NPIV (unfamiliar to many)
- Practise NX-OS automation (NX-API, Python, Ansible) — v1.2 adds AI content
- Cover data-centre security (RBAC, ACI contracts, MACsec)
- Take timed practice tests across all five domains
- Revisit storage and automation, the common weak spots
- Review the full 120-minute blueprint
Where CCNP DC Core can take you
A strong CCNP DC Core result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- CCNP Data Center certification
- Data-centre engineer
- Path toward CCIE Data Center
Best books & official prep for CCNP DC Core
- CCNP and CCIE Data Center Core DCCOR 350-601 Official Cert Guide — Somit Maloo & Firas Ahmed (Cisco Press)
Official practice: Cisco’s official training is the Cisco U. course “Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)”, with labs.
Previous-year papers: Cisco does not release past papers; practice comes from Cisco U. labs and third-party practice tests.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CCNP DC Core exam pattern?
- Cisco CCNP Data Center Core (350-601 DCCOR) contains 60 questions across 1 section: CCNP DC Core (60 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 120 seconds per question).
- Does CCNP DC Core have negative marking?
- No — CCNP DC Core has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CCNP DC Core scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CCNP DC Core (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise CCNP DC Core online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CCNP DC Core mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CCNP DC Core?
- CCNP DC Core is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. DCCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. Data center networking, compute (UCS), storage, automation, security. Also a CCIE Data Center qualifier. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CCNP DC Core exam?
- CCNP DC Core runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CCNP DC Core?
- CCNP DC Core is split into: CCNP DC Core (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. DCCOR · ~90 Q in 120m. Data center networking, compute (UCS), storage, automation, security. Also a CCIE Data Center qualifier. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CCNP DC Core?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the CCNP DC Core test adaptive?
- No — CCNP DC Core is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CCNP DC Core mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CCNP DC Core variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CCNP DC Core test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CCNP DC Core test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are CCNP DC Core previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CCNP DC Core mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CCNP DC Core mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CCNP DC Core mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the CCNP DC Core mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CCNP DC Core mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the CCNP DC Core syllabus?
- The CCNP DC Core syllabus maps to its 1 section: CCNP DC Core (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for CCNP DC Core?
- Eligibility for CCNP DC Core — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CCNP DC Core practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CCNP DC Core exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CCNP DC Core exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CCNP DC Core mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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