📶 HCIA Level · Associate Certification

HCIA-Access Certification (H35-210)

Start your journey in access network engineering. This certification trains you in GPON/XG-PON principles, TCP/IP and VLAN technologies, OLT/ONU operations, ODN engineering, xDSL technologies, and Huawei access network management systems (eSight, iManager U2000, NCE).

GPON / XG-PON VLAN & Routing OLT/ONU Operations ODN Engineering xDSL Technologies NMS Basics HCIA Associate

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GPON/XG-PON PrinciplesPON network architecture & key technologies

TCP/IP & VLANRouting basics & VLAN configuration

OLT/ONU OperationsService deployment, data & maintenance

ODN & NMSODN engineering, eSight & iManager U2000

8 hrs

Lab Duration

Practical

Hands-On Exam

60%

Pass Score

HCIE

Expert Level

Market Trending

Access Network Skills Are in Strong Global Demand

Global fibre rollout and FTTH expansion are driving massive demand for engineers who can deploy and maintain GPON/XG-PON access networks and provision multi-service OLT/ONU configurations.

Hot

3B+

Fibre Broadband Subscribers by 2028

Global fibre broadband subscriptions are projected to exceed 3 billion by 2028, fuelled by FTTH/FTTB deployments requiring skilled GPON and XG-PON access network engineers.

25,000+

Open Access Network Engineer Roles

Telecom operators globally are actively recruiting access network engineers with HCIA-Access certification for OLT commissioning, ONU service configuration, and ODN maintenance.

Hot

FTTH

Full Fibre to the Home Is Now Standard

FTTH deployments using GPON and XG(S)-PON have become the global broadband delivery standard, requiring engineers proficient in Huawei OLT/ONU products and ODN planning.

+28%

Salary Premium for Access Network Specialists

HCIA-Access certified engineers command higher compensation at telecom operators and ISPs, particularly for OLT commissioning, multi-service provisioning, and ODN fault resolution roles.

Course Content

Complete H35-210 Curriculum

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Access Network Evolution and Application

3 Topics

Overview and Technology Evolution of Wired Communication Access Network

Characteristics, Advantages, and Typical Applications of PON

Data Encapsulation Process for PON Access

Network Communication Basics

3 Topics

Overview of Data Communication

TCP/IP protocol stack

Ethernet Overview

VLAN Technology Principle

5 Topics

Causes of VLAN

VLAN Division Method

VLAN Configuration and Implementation

VLAN route

Features of VLANs in the Access Network

Routing Basics

4 Topics

IP routing table

Route classification

Introduction to Static Routes

Inter-VLAN routing

PON System Overview

11 Topics

PON Network Overview

Introduction to PON Devices

GPON Network Architecture

Protocol Analysis

Key GPON Technologies

Management and Service Provisioning Modes of the GPON System

GPON Network Protection

System Overview

XG(S)-PON Technical Principles

XG(S)-PON Networking

Evolution from GPON to XG(S)-PON

xDSL Principles and Applications

21 Topics

xDSL Technology Overview

ADSL/ADSL2+ Technical Principles

Introduction to VDSL/VDSL2 Technology

GPON MxU HSI Service Configuration Example

xDSL Development

Vectoring Principle and Application

G.fast Principle and Application

PPP protocol

PPPoE protocol

Basic DHCP Principles

DHCP Relay Principles

DHCP Networking Application

Overview of ONU Deployment Scenarios and Interface Types

ONU Interface Description

Access Network VLAN

Service Flow

Layer 2 Interoperation

Device Connection

Introduction to Command Line Features

Basic System Operations

Management Environment Configuration

GPON ONU Basic Operations

7 Topics

ONU Profile Types

Process of adding an ONU

ONU Service Deployment Example

ONU Maintenance and Query

Introduction to Data Services

Typical Scenarios and Configurations of Data Services

Data Service Maintenance

ODN Engineering and Maintenance

4 Topics

ODN Components

ODN Engineering Implementation

ODN Test and Acceptance

ODN O&M

NMS Basics

6 Topics

NMS Architecture

SNMP

Overview of Huawei Access NMSs

eSight

iManager U2000

NCE (Access Domain)

Learning Objectives

What You Will Master

This associate certification equips you with foundational skills in access network technologies including GPON/XG-PON principles, TCP/IP, VLAN, OLT/ONU operations, ODN engineering, xDSL technologies, and Huawei access NMS platforms.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of IT technologies and network knowledge is required before attempting this certification.

Be familiar with the concept, position, and typical scenarios of the access network

Understand the principles of GPON and 10G GPON (XG-PON/XGS-PON)

Understand the principles of xDSL, Vectoring, and G.fast technologies

Describe the basic principles of TCP/IP, switches, routers, VLAN, PPP/PPPoE, and DHCP

Understand ODN product features, applications, and common detection tools and parameters

Understand ONU deployment scenarios, interface types, and data service configuration

Perform basic OLT operations and configure data services for access network subscribers

Understand the basic features, configuration, and application of access network VLANs

Use Huawei access NMSs (eSight, iManager U2000, NCE Access Domain) for monitoring and management

Configure routing and inter-VLAN routing for access network environments

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the H35-210 HCIA-Access certification?

H35-210 is Huawei's associate-level certification for access network engineers. It validates skills in GPON/XG-PON technology, TCP/IP and VLAN configuration, OLT/ONU operations, ODN engineering, xDSL technologies, and Huawei access NMS platforms.

What are the prerequisites for H35-210?

Basic understanding of IT technologies and network knowledge is required. No prior access network experience is mandatory, making this an ideal entry-level certification for engineers entering the access network domain.

What topics are covered in H35-210?

The exam covers access network evolution, TCP/IP and VLAN principles, routing basics, PON system overview (GPON, XG-PON), xDSL/Vectoring/G.fast technologies, GPON ONU operations, ODN engineering, and Huawei NMS platforms (eSight, U2000, NCE).

What is the H35-210 exam format?

H35-210 consists of 60 questions with a 90-minute duration and a 60% passing score, delivered online through the Huawei Certification System in English and Chinese.

How do I download the H35-210 brochure?

Click the "Brochure" button, fill in your contact details, and the brochure downloads instantly. Our team will contact you to discuss enrolment options and batch schedules.

Become a Certified Access Network Engineer

Join Zetlan Technologies' H35-210 programme and master GPON/XG-PON principles, OLT/ONU operations, ODN engineering, VLAN and routing configuration, and Huawei access NMS platforms. Earn your HCIA-Access certification.