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HP HPE6-A72 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | HPE Aruba Networking |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Aruba Certified Switching Associate Exam |
| Exam Number: | HPE6-A72 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Available Languages: | Latin American Spanish, English, Japanese |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Exam Price: | $145 – $260 USD (varies by region) |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Format: | Multi-response, Multiple choice, Drag and drop |
| Recommended Training: | ArubaOS-CX Switching Fundamentals Aruba Certified Switching Associate Training Course |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration HPE Aruba Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on networking experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://certification-learning.hpe.com/ext/datacard/Exam/HPE6-A72 |
HP HPE6-A72 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Management and Administration | 8% | - Monitoring and reporting - Software licensing and compliance - Secure management access |
| Optimization and Upgrades | 13% | - Configuration backup and restore - Performance tuning and monitoring - Quality of Service (QoS) implementation - Firmware upgrade procedures |
| Foundational Networking Architectures and Technologies | 23% | - Ethernet switching and VLAN concepts - IP addressing and subnetting - OSI and TCP/IP models - Routing protocols and IPv4 routing - High availability and redundancy protocols |
| Troubleshooting and Maintenance | 12% | - Interface and connectivity issues - Routing and protocol failures - VLAN and trunking problems - Log analysis and diagnostic tools |
| Aruba Switching Products and Solutions | 17% | - VSF and VSX virtual switching technologies - Aruba switch portfolio and positioning - Management tools: NetEdit, CLI, Web UI - ArubaOS-CX and ArubaOS-Switch overview |
| Installation, Configuration and Validation | 27% | - VRRP and gateway redundancy - OSPFv2 and static routing configuration - VLANs, trunking and inter-VLAN routing - Initial switch setup and management access - Access Control Lists (ACLs) and port security - Link aggregation (LACP/static) - Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP/MSTP) |
Common Questions About the HP HPE6-A72 Exam
What is the HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate exam all about?
The HPE6-A72 exam is the official HPE Aruba Networking exam behind the Aruba Certified Switching Associate (ACSA) certification, validating the skills measured by the HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate credential. It sits at the Associate level of the HPE Aruba Networking certification program.
How many questions are on the HPE6-A72 exam, and how much time do I get?
The HPE6-A72 exam contains 60 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 HPE6-A72 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the HPE6-A72 exam is 75%, and the official registration fee is $145 – $260 USD (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 107 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 HPE6-A72 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on networking experience Requirements can change when HPE Aruba Networking revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the HPE6-A72 exam?
You can book the HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the HPE6-A72 exam?
HPE Aruba Networking recommends the following training resources for the HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 107 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the HPE6-A72 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free HPE6-A72 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if HP 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 HPE6-A72 exam, and how is my order delivered?
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What topics are covered in the HPE6-A72 exam?
The HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Optimization and Upgrades — 13% of the exam
- Foundational Networking Architectures and Technologies — 23% of the exam
- Installation, Configuration and Validation — 27% of the exam
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.
HP Aruba Certified Switching Associate Sample Questions:
Question 1
What is a benefit of choosing a 3-Tier design with routing at the Aggregation layer?
A. Connecting WAN/MPLS and Data center access to the Aggregation layer
B. Shifting endpoint access to the Aggregation layer from the Access layer
C. Using access control lists (ACLs) at the Core to improve performance
D. Better Core router performance by offloading processing
Question 2
Which option correctly describes a WAN network?
A. a group of computer resources that communicates between geographically separate location
B. a network of devices over long distances but limited to within a single ISP
C. compute resources that are networked locally over wireless
D. the connection between two separate buildings in the same campus
Question 3
Match the switching term to the correct definition.
Question 4
Refer to the exhibit.
The command show LLDP neighbor-info gets typed into Access-1. All switches are Aruba OS-CX switches.
What is the output of this command?
A. Option C
B. Option B
C. Option A
D. Option D
Question 5
Which command can be used to find the serial number of an Aruba OS-CX switch?
A. The command version
B. The command show running-configuration
C. The command inventory
D. The command show system
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: Only visible for members | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: D |
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