Question 1

How many HPE4-A52 practice questions are there?

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150 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free HPE4-A52 sample questions?

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Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every HPE4-A52 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does HPE4-A52 cover?

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Deploy and Troubleshoot Secure and Resilient Layer 2 Campus Network (20%), Design, Deploy and Troubleshoot Reliable and Resilient Layer 3 Campus Network (14%), Control and Protect Wired Switched and Routed Network (24%), Validate, Configure, and Troubleshoot a Secure Distributed Fabric (12%), Deploy a Secure and Optimized WLAN Network (12%), Plan and Configure QoS (12%), Management and Device Onboarding (6%).

Question 5

What is the HPE4-A52 exam and what certification does it lead to?

Accepted Answer

The HPE4-A52 is a 6-hour practical hands-on exam that, along with the HPE7-A06 written exam, leads to the HPE Aruba Networking Certified Expert - Campus Access Switching (ACX-CAS) certification. It tests your ability to configure, deploy, and troubleshoot campus access switching solutions on live lab equipment using customer scenarios.

Question 6

Do I need to pass the HPE7-A06 written exam before taking the HPE4-A52 practical exam?

Accepted Answer

Yes, passing the HPE7-A06 HPE Campus Access Switching Expert Written Exam is a mandatory prerequisite. You must pass the written exam before you are allowed to register for the HPE4-A52 practical exam.

Question 7

How long is the HPE4-A52 practical exam and what is the passing score?

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The HPE4-A52 practical exam is 6 hours (360 minutes) in duration with a passing score of 65%. It is conducted on live lab equipment where you work through customer scenarios involving campus network configuration and troubleshooting.

Question 8

What format is the HPE4-A52 exam and how is it scored?

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The HPE4-A52 is a practical exam performed on live lab equipment. Tasks build on each other and everything is graded at the end of the testing session. There is no individual score per task. Some items are scored on end-state only, while others have partial scoring depending on method and completion. Files must be saved in the specified format in the Results folder.

Question 9

Where can I take the HPE4-A52 exam? Is it available online?

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The HPE4-A52 is delivered through PSI or Aruba Education Services. It is not available through Pearson VUE and is not available as an online proctored exam because it requires access to live lab equipment. You must use Chrome or Firefox browsers during the exam.

Question 10

What training course prepares you for the HPE4-A52 exam?

Accepted Answer

The recommended training course is the Advanced Campus Access for Switching (AACAS), Rev. 23.41 (Course #0001203923). It is a 5-day instructor-led course with approximately 80% switching and 20% mobility content, delivered as 30% lecture and 70% hands-on labs. However, the course does not cover all topics tested on the exam.

Question 11

What topics does the HPE4-A52 practical exam cover?

Accepted Answer

The HPE4-A52 covers seven domains: Deploy and Troubleshoot Secure and Resilient Layer 2 Campus Network (20%), Design, Deploy and Troubleshoot Reliable and Resilient Layer 3 Campus Network (14%), Control and Protect Wired Switched and Routed Network (24%), Validate, Configure, and Troubleshoot a Secure Distributed Fabric (12%), Deploy a Secure and Optimized WLAN Network (12%), Plan and Configure QoS (12%), and Management and Device Onboarding (6%).

Question 12

How much experience do I need for the HPE4-A52 exam?

Accepted Answer

HPE recommends that typical candidates are senior network engineers or solutions architects with 5+ years of experience working with complex enterprise networks, with mastery of configuration and troubleshooting of HPE Aruba Networking wired and wireless solutions. Prior ACP - Campus Access certification is recommended.

Question 13

What happens if I fail the HPE4-A52 practical exam?

Accepted Answer

If you fail the HPE4-A52 practical exam, you must wait 30 days before you can retake it. You may print or email your score report immediately following the completion of the exam.

Question 14

What is the difference between the ACX-CAS (Campus Access Switching) and ACX-CAM (Campus Access Mobility) certifications?

Accepted Answer

The ACX-CAS (Campus Access Switching) focuses primarily on wired switching technologies in campus environments and requires the HPE7-A06 written and HPE4-A52 practical exams. The ACX-CAM (Campus Access Mobility) focuses on wireless and mobility aspects and requires the HPE7-A07 written and HPE4-A51 practical exams. Both are expert-level certifications in the HPE Aruba Networking campus access track.

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What HPE4-A52 covers

01Deploy and Troubleshoot Secure and Resilient Layer 2 Campus Network20%4 topics

1.1Optimized VSX and/or VSF Features with Best PracticesConfigure and optimize VSX and VSF for campus switching environments8 obj.

1.2Distributed Link AggregationConfigure LACP and static LAG for link aggregation6 obj.

1.3Advanced Spanning Tree with HardeningConfigure MSTP for multi-VLAN campus environments6 obj.

1.4Loop Prevention and Storm ControlConfigure broadcast, multicast, and unknown unicast storm control5 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesVSX pair configuration on AOS-CX switches · Incorrect ISL or keepalive link configuration in VSX

02Design, Deploy and Troubleshoot Reliable and Resilient Layer 3 Campus Network14%5 topics

03Control and Protect Wired Switched and Routed Network24%6 topics

04Validate, Configure, and Troubleshoot a Secure Distributed Fabric12%3 topics

05Deploy a Secure and Optimized WLAN Network12%5 topics

06Plan and Configure QoS12%4 topics

07Management and Device Onboarding6%3 topics