Cisco 642-354 Exam Information and Actual Questions

  • Exam Code/Number: 642-354
  • Exam Name/Title: Cisco Storage Networking Support Specialist(CSNSS)
  • Certification Provider: Cisco
  • Corresponding Certification: Storage Networking
  • Exam Questions: 140
  • Updated On: Jul 20, 2026

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Cisco 642-354 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:Cisco
Exam Name:Implementing Cisco Storage Networking Support (SNSS) Exam 642-354
Exam Number:642-354
Passing Score:750 / 1000 (scaled score, historical Cisco format)
Exam Format:Multiple choice, Simulation-based questions, Scenario-based questions
Exam Price:USD 250–300 (historical, varies by region)
Real Exam Qty:45–55 (approx.)
Available Languages:English
Certificate Validity Period:3 years (Cisco certification validity policy; retired exam status may apply)
Related Certifications:Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Storage (retired)
Cisco Storage Networking Specialist
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Storage (retired)
Exam Duration:90–120
Recommended Training:Cisco MDS 9000 Family Documentation
Cisco Learning Network (Storage Networking Resources)
Exam Registration:Pearson VUE Cisco Exams
Cisco Certification Exams Registration
Sample Questions:Cisco 642-354 Sample Questions
Exam Way:Computer-based exam delivered via Pearson VUE testing centers or online proctoring (historical format)
Pre Condition:Recommended: CCNA-level networking knowledge or equivalent experience in storage networking concepts
Official Syllabus URL:https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/exams.html

Cisco 642-354 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionObjectives
Topic 1: Troubleshooting and Maintenance- Diagnostic tools and methods
  • 1. Log analysis and performance monitoring
    • 2. Cisco MDS troubleshooting commands
      - Common failure scenarios
      • 1. Zoning misconfigurations
        • 2. Connectivity failures
          Topic 2: Cisco MDS Switching Technologies- Switch configuration and management
          • 1. Fabric initialization
            • 2. CLI and device setup
              - VSAN configuration and zoning
              • 1. VSAN design and implementation
                • 2. Zoning types and best practices
                  Topic 3: Storage Connectivity and Integration- Host connectivity
                  • 1. Server-to-storage connectivity design
                    • 2. HBA configuration and multipathing
                      - Fabric services
                      • 1. FSPF routing basics
                        • 2. Name Server and login services
                          Topic 4: Storage Networking Fundamentals- SAN architecture and components
                          • 1. Host bus adapters (HBA) concepts
                            • 2. Storage arrays and disk systems overview
                              - Storage protocols
                              • 1. iSCSI and IP-based storage concepts
                                • 2. Fibre Channel fundamentals


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