Question 1

How many HPE6-A78 practice questions are there?

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

Question 2

Are there free HPE6-A78 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 HPE6-A78 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does HPE6-A78 cover?

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Protect and Defend (70%), Analyze (24%), Investigate (6%).

Question 5

What is the HPE6-A78 exam and what certification does it lead to?

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The HPE6-A78 exam is the certification exam for the HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate - Network Security (ACA-NS) credential. It validates a candidate's knowledge of network security threats, device hardening, edge security implementation with AAA, basic role-based access control and firewall policies, dynamic segmentation, endpoint classification, and threat detection technologies. Passing this exam earns you the ACA-NS certification from Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

Question 6

What is the passing score for the HPE6-A78 exam and how many questions are on it?

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The HPE6-A78 exam consists of 60 questions that must be completed within 90 minutes. The passing score is 63%, which means you need to correctly answer approximately 38 out of 60 questions. The exam uses multiple choice questions with both single-response and multiple-response formats. No reference materials are allowed during the exam.

Question 7

How much does the HPE6-A78 exam cost and where can I take it?

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The HPE6-A78 exam costs $260 USD in developed countries and $145 USD in emerging countries. The exam is delivered through Pearson VUE testing centers and is also available via online proctoring, allowing you to take it from home or your office. You can schedule your exam at pearsonvue.com/us/en/hpe.html. The exam is available in English, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish.

Question 8

What are the prerequisites for the HPE6-A78 ACA-NS exam?

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There are no formal prerequisites required to take the HPE6-A78 exam. However, HPE recommends that candidates have 6 to 12 months of networking experience with both wired and wireless knowledge, along with a basic understanding of networking and security concepts. The official training course that prepares candidates is the Network Security Fundamentals (ANSF), Rev. 24.41, which is a 4-day instructor-led course.

Question 9

What topics are covered on the HPE6-A78 exam?

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The HPE6-A78 exam covers three main domains: Protect and Defend (70% of the exam), Analyze (24%), and Investigate (6%). The Protect and Defend domain covers security threats, security protocols, PKI, firewalls (PEF), dynamic segmentation, RBAC, device hardening, WLAN and wired LAN security, user roles, and endpoint classification. The Analyze domain covers WIPS/WIDS alarms, the Cyber Kill Chain, log collection, troubleshooting with ClearPass Access Tracker, and network monitoring. The…

Question 10

How long is the HPE6-A78 ACA-NS certification valid?

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The HPE Aruba Networking ACA-NS certification earned by passing the HPE6-A78 exam is valid for 3 years from the date it is obtained. Since November 2023, HPE technical certifications follow a versionless approach for recertification, which provides more flexibility. To recertify, you can retake the current exam, earn a higher-level certification (ACP-NS or ACE-NS), or recertify within the 3-year window according to HPE's recertification policies.

Question 11

What is the best study guide or training for the HPE6-A78 exam?

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The primary official resources for HPE6-A78 exam preparation are: (1) The Network Security Fundamentals (ANSF), Rev. 24.41 course, a 4-day instructor-led training course offered by HPE authorized training partners, and (2) The HPE Aruba Networking Certified Network Security Associate, Second Edition (HPE6-A78) Official Certification Study Guide, authored by Miriam Allred and published by HPE Press, available in hardcover ($60 USD) and eBook ($50 USD) formats. The study guide is based on the…

Question 12

What is the difference between ACA-NS, ACP-NS, and ACE-NS certifications?

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ACA-NS (Associate), ACP-NS (Professional), and ACE-NS (Expert) represent three levels within the HPE Aruba Networking Network Security certification track. ACA-NS (HPE6-A78) is the entry-level certification focusing on foundational network security concepts. ACP-NS (HPE6-A83) is the professional-level certification that covers more advanced implementation topics. ACE-NS is the expert-level certification requiring both a written exam (HPE7-A02) and a practical lab exam (HPE4-A50), designed for…

Question 13

What HPE Aruba Networking products and technologies should I know for the HPE6-A78 exam?

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Key HPE Aruba Networking technologies covered on the HPE6-A78 exam include: ArubaOS-CX (switch operating system), ArubaOS (wireless LAN operating system for Mobility Controllers), Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (NAC and policy management), ClearPass Device Insight (AI-powered endpoint classification), Policy Enforcement Firewall (PEF), Application Recognition and Filtering (AppRF), Control Plane Security (CPsec), Dynamic Segmentation with User-Based Tunneling (UBT), WIPS/WIDS built into Aruba…

Question 14

Can I take the HPE6-A78 exam online from home?

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Yes, the HPE6-A78 exam is available through online proctoring via Pearson VUE, in addition to traditional in-person testing at Pearson VUE testing centers. All HPE6 series exams (except Expert-level) support online proctoring. You will need a reliable internet connection, a webcam, a microphone, and a quiet private room that meets Pearson VUE's testing environment requirements. You can schedule your online exam through the Pearson VUE HPE testing page at pearsonvue.com.

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03Validity3 years2

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What HPE6-A78 covers

01Protect and Defend70%16 topics

1.1Describe common security threats and identify the difference between a threat and a vulnerabilityDescribe common security threats including MitM, DDoS, spoofing, zero-day, malware, and phishing8 obj.

1.2Explain common security protocols and their use casesExplain the role and use cases of TLS, SSH, HTTPS, IPsec, RADIUS, TACACS+, 802.1X, and EAP8 obj.

1.3Describe PKI componentsDescribe the components of a Public Key Infrastructure7 obj.

1.4Describe firewall (PEF), dynamic segmentation, RBAC, AppRFDescribe the Policy Enforcement Firewall and its role in Aruba security8 obj.

1.5Describe user roles and policy enforcementDescribe how user roles are defined, derived, and assigned6 obj.

1.6Explain the purpose and methods of a packet captureExplain why packet captures are used for troubleshooting and forensics4 obj.

1.7Explain social engineering and defenseIdentify types of social engineering attacks4 obj.

1.8Disable insecure protocols and implement secure management protocolsIdentify insecure protocols and their secure replacements6 obj.

1.9Describe best practices to protect network infrastructure devicesDescribe best practices for protecting network infrastructure devices7 obj.

1.10Use external authentication for network managersConfigure RADIUS-based authentication for network administrators6 obj.

1.11Compare and contrast wireless LAN methodologiesCompare Open, PSK, and Enterprise wireless authentication methods6 obj.

1.12Deploy basic WLAN securityDeploy WLAN security using WPA2/WPA36 obj.

1.13Describe and deploy basic user roles for wireless usersDefine and assign user roles for wireless clients5 obj.

1.14Compare and contrast wired LAN methodologiesCompare 802.1X and MAC authentication on wired networks6 obj.

1.15Define and deploy basic user roles for wired usersDefine and deploy user roles for wired clients on AOS-CX switches5 obj.

1.16Compare endpoint classification methodsCompare DHCP fingerprinting, ClearPass Device Profiler, ClearPass Device Insight, and MAC OUI classification7 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesHardening AOS-CX switches (disabling insecure protocols, configuring SSH/HTTPS) · Confusing threats with vulnerabilities

02Analyze24%6 topics

03Investigate6%3 topics