A72

HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate · HPE6-A72

ArubaOS-CX Switching

Fundamentals

Build a strong foundation in networking concepts and ArubaOS-CX switching — covering VLANs, spanning tree, link aggregation, IP routing and VSF stacking on HPE Aruba Networking switches.

ArubaOS-CX CLI VLANs & Trunking Spanning Tree Link Aggregation IP Routing & VRRP VSF Stacking

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ArubaOS-CX — Switch Console

Modules

Full HPE6-A72 topics

90 Min

Exam Duration

Proctored format

60 Qs

Exam Questions

Scenario-based

75%

Passing Score

HPE standard

24/7

Support

Expert guidance

Why HPE6-A72

Build Your ArubaOS-CX Switching Foundation

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Networking & ArubaOS-CX Basics

Master OSI, TCP/IP fundamentals and gain hands-on confidence with ArubaOS-CX CLI, prompts and core switch operations.

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VLANs, STP & Link Aggregation

Configure VLANs, 802.1Q tagging, spanning tree protocols and LACP for resilient, loop-free switching.

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Routing, VRRP & VSF Stacking

Implement inter-VLAN routing, static routes, VRRP redundancy and VSF stacking for high-availability campus networks.

Curriculum

HPE6-A72 — 8-Module Programme

Networking concepts: networks, protocols and the OSI reference model
Encapsulation — frames, packets, segments and Layer 2-7 headers
Media, cabling and Ethernet/Wi-Fi headers
Binary/Hex/Decimal theory and conversion
TCP/IP stack — IP addressing and TCP/UDP transport, unicast/broadcast/multicast traffic

Networking devices: switches, routers, APs, mobility controllers, firewalls and servers
2-tier vs 3-tier hierarchy and AOS vs AOS-CX switching portfolios
Accessing the ArubaOS-CX CLI, prompt modes/levels and context-sensitive help
Show commands — logs, configuration, interfaces, transceivers, flash and version
Hostnames, interface naming, LLDP, PoE and reachability testing with ping/traceroute

Broadcast and collision domains and VLAN benefits
VLAN creation, 802.1Q tagging and DHCP server configuration on switches
Switchports vs. routed ports
MAC address table and ARP table operations
Packet delivery fundamentals (Part 1)

Redundant networks and Layer 2 loop concerns
802.1D Common Spanning Tree and 802.1s (MSTP) concepts
802.1w (RSTP) overview, load balancing and region configuration
Static link aggregation and LACP
Load balancing across aggregated links

Default gateways, DHCP IP helper and inter-VLAN routing
IP routing service and packet delivery (Part 2)
Subnetting, CIDR and the need for Layer 3 redundancy
Static routes, administrative distance and floating routes
Introduction to VRF and scalability considerations

VRRP overview and basic operation
VRRP failover, preemption and MSTP coordination
IGP vs EGP and distance-vector vs link-state routing
OSPF router-ID, hello messages, neighbor states and DR/BDR election
LSDB (LSA Types 1 & 2), path selection, convergence and cost manipulation

Control, management and data plane concepts and stacking benefits
VSF requirements, link/member roles and member IDs/port numbering
VSF configuration and provisioning use cases
Tracing Layer 2 traffic — unicast, broadcast, multicast and unknown unicast
VSF failover, OSPF graceful-restart, MAD and introduction to VSX

OOBM port and management VRF
Secure management protocols — AAA, SSH, HTTPS and RBAC, RADIUS-based management auth (VSA)
SNMP and the web management interface
Configuration and OS image management — backup, restore, checkpoint, rollback and factory defaults
Introduction to NetEdit, basic monitoring and the AOS-CX mobile app

Course Snapshot

8 Modules

Full HPE6-A72 domains

1 hr 30 min

Exam duration

60 Questions

Proctored format

75%

Passing score

English, Japanese, Latin American Spanish

Delivery languages

Tech Support

Call / WhatsApp

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Career Outcomes

HPE6-A72 Careers in Campus Switching

Organizations running HPE Aruba Networking switches need entry-level engineers who can configure, verify and maintain ArubaOS-CX based campus networks.

HPE Partners

Field Networking Engineer

Enterprise IT

NOC Level 1 Support

System Integrators

Switch Deployment Tech

Campus Networks

Junior Network Admin

Network Field Engineer

Deploy and configure ArubaOS-CX switches across campus access and distribution layers.

₹4–7 LPA

NOC Support Engineer

Monitor switching infrastructure and resolve VLAN, STP and connectivity issues.

₹3.5–6 LPA

Junior Network Administrator

Maintain VLANs, link aggregation and VSF stacks for branch and campus networks.

₹3.5–6.5 LPA

Deployment Technician

Install, cable and provision Aruba switches at customer sites under guidance.

₹3–5 LPA