( 300-540- SPNSI)

Network Services Infrastructure

About the Certification

The 300-540 SPNSI – Implementing Cisco Service Provider Network Services Infrastructure is a concentration exam within the CCNP Service Provider track. It focuses on Network Services Infrastructure inside Service Provider (SP/ISP) environments. It covers critical technologies such as Routing Infrastructure, QoS, Multicast, Segment Routing, MPLS High Availability, along with operational monitoring and troubleshooting within carrier-grade networks. This certification is considered one of the newer concentration exams complementing the SPCOR core exam.

Main Curriculum

The curriculum is divided into seven main sections

  • Core Routing Infrastructure
    • OSPFv2 / OSPFv3
    • IS-IS Routing
    • BGP Architecture
    • Route Policies & Filtering
  • Operations & Monitoring
    • Troubleshooting IGP/BGP
    • MPLS Path Issues
    • Multicast Troubleshooting
    • Telemetry & Monitoring Tools
  • Segment Routing (SR)
    • SR-MPLS Basics
    • SR Policies
    • SID Types
    • Traffic Steering
    • ASR OAM
  • QoS for Service Provider
    • Classification & Marking
    • Scheduling & Congestion Avoidance
    • Policing/Shaping
    • MPLS QoS Models
  • MPLS Infrastructure
    • MPLS Architecture
    • LDP0
    • MPLS Label Operations
    • MPLS High Availability Models
  • Multicast Infrastructure
    • PIM (Sparse/Dense)
    • MVPN/NG-MVPN
    • Multicast Routing in SP Networks
    • RP Redundancy & Design
  • High Availability
    • Fast Reroute (FRR)
    • LFA / TI-LFA
    • NSF/SSO
    • Control Plane Protection

Exam Details :

  • Exam Code: 300-540 (SPNSI)
  • Exam Duration: 90 minutes
  • Number of Questions: 55–65 questions
  • Language: English
  • Language: English
  • Passing Score:
  • Exam Fee: USD 300 (taxes may apply in some countries)
  • Certification Validity: 3 years

Do I Need Certifications Before It ?

No, not required at all.

However, it is strongly recommended to have: ( Solid understanding of 350-501 SPCOR fundamentals , Practical experience with BGP and OSPF / IS-IS , Knowledge of MPLS and Segment Routing technologies , Hands-on exposure to ISP or large enterprise network environments).

Which Certifications Are Recommended After This One ?

Not mandatory.
However, for professionals seeking a strong path in Service Provider network infrastructure—especially in device management, protocol configuration, and ensuring network stability and performance—the Network Services Infrastructure certification is the strongest specialization choice.

What Are the Main Uses of the Network Services Infrastructure Certification ?

  • CCNP Service Provider – By passing SPCOR + SPNSI
  • 300-510 SPRI (Advanced Routing) – Deepen expertise in advanced routing operations
  • 300-535 SPAUTO (Service Provider Automation) – Automate network service operations
  • CCIE Service Provider (Lab) – SPNSI strengthens your foundation in infrastructure and high availability

Your First Step Toward Network Services Infrastructure :

An excellent certification for engineers working in ISP environments. It teaches you how to operate Routing, MPLS, Segment Routing, Multicast, and QoS at a carrier-grade level, and opens the direct path toward CCNP and CCIE Service Provider.

Who Is This Certification Suitable For ?

  • Network Engineers specialized in Service Provider core infrastructure
  • Professionals requiring strong skills in QoS, Multicast, MPLS, and Segment Routing
  • Candidates preparing for the CCNP Service Provider track
  • Engineers seeking deeper understanding of ISP core service architectures

In Short :

The core certification for Network Services Infrastructure engineers within Service Provider environments.

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