Cisco CCNP Cloud 300-465

Short on study time for the Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud exam? Getcertkey condenses your preparation into 120 focused practice questions for the 300-465 exam, so even a packed schedule leaves room for steady, measurable progress.

Cisco 300-465 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Cisco
Exam Name:	Designing Cisco Cloud
Exam Number:	300-465
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Passing Score:	Not officially published by Cisco
Exam Price:	USD 300 (varies by region)
Related Certifications:	CCNA Cloud CCNP Cloud
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Available Languages:	English
Real Exam Qty:	Approximately 55-65
Exam Format:	Scenario-based questions, Multiple answer, Multiple choice
Recommended Training:	Cisco Learning Network Cisco Official Training Catalog
Exam Registration:	Pearson VUE Cisco Exams Cisco Certification Exams
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored or authorized test center (Pearson VUE)
Pre Condition:	No strict prerequisites, but Cisco recommends knowledge equivalent to CCNA-level networking and virtualization fundamentals
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/exams.html

Cisco 300-465 Exam Syllabus Topics:

300-465 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 300-465 exam lead to?

The 300-465 exam is the official Cisco exam behind the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Cloud certification, validating the skills measured by the Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud credential. It sits at the Professional level of the Cisco certification program. It also connects to CCNP Cloud, CCNA Cloud, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 300-465 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 300-465 exam contains Approximately 55-65 questions to be completed within 90 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.

What score do I need to pass the 300-465 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 300-465 exam is Not officially published by Cisco, and the official registration fee is USD 300 (varies by region). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 120 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.

Are there any prerequisites for the 300-465 exam?

No strict prerequisites, but Cisco recommends knowledge equivalent to CCNA-level networking and virtualization fundamentals Requirements can change when Cisco revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

How do I register for the 300-465 exam?

You can book the Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud exam through the official registration channels below:

• Cisco Certification Exams
• Pearson VUE Cisco Exams

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or authorized test center (Pearson VUE). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the 300-465 exam?

Cisco recommends the following training resources for the Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud exam:

• Cisco Learning Network
• Cisco Official Training Catalog

Official courses build the foundation; the 120 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the 300-465 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 300-465 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Cisco revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the 300-465 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

Delivery is instant: your download is sent to your email within one minute of payment, with no limit on how many computers you may install the material on. If nothing arrives within two hours, check your spam folder and contact customer service for help.

What topics are covered in the 300-465 exam?

The Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:

• Compute and Virtualization
• Network Design for Cloud
• Cloud Infrastructure Design

For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.

Cisco Designing the Cisco Cloud Sample Questions:

Question 1

Which two of the following describe how isolation can be achieved for VMDC data center security? (Choose
two.)

A. intrusion prevention appliances that inspect traffic and detect security events on a per-VLAN basis
B. application redundancy
C. virtual routing and forwarding tables
D. proper infrastructure hardening
E. role-based access and authentication
F. policy enforcement and access control

Question 2

A UCS Director administrator must migrate a VM from a hypervisor to a pubic cloud. In which two ways can
this task be accomplished? (Choose two)

A. VM Migration can occur using the Migrate VM wizard.
B. You can perform vMotion and Storage VMotion simultaneously on a running VM.
C. vMotion or Storage vMotion can be triggered through Migration menu.
D. You can add the Migrate VM task from the Cisco UCS Director task library to a workflow for
migration.

Question 3

ABC Company offers services that are tailored for different vertical markets. They want to use
Software-as-a-Service but they are concerned abort security. Which cloud type is best for them?

A. public cloud
B. private cloud
C. hybrid cloud
D. community cloud

Question 4

A cloud administrator is attempting to reduce risks when accessing the data center. Which feature will control
access?

A. accessing devices using HTTP
B. unencrypted connections
C. RBAC
D. access switches

Question 5

Which statement about thin provisioning is true?

A. The disk has all space allocated at time of creation.
B. Before writing to a new block, a zero must be written.
C. The disk is allocated and zeroed on demand as the space is used.
D. The disk has all space allocated and is wiped clean of any previous contents on the physical media at
creation time.

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