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Key Facts: Aruba Comware Advanced Exam

50

Exam Questions

HPE6-A89 datacard

70%

Passing Score

About 35 of 50 correct

90 min

Time Limit

Pearson VUE proctored

$260/$145

Exam Fee

Standard / retake

3 yrs

Validity

From issue date

13 domains

Coverage

Roughly equal ~8% each

The HPE Networking Advanced Product Certified - Comware (HPE6-A89) is an advanced product certification delivered through Pearson VUE. The exam is 50 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions in 90 minutes with a 70% passing score. Fees are $260 standard or $145 for retakes. It covers 13 domains with roughly equal weighting (~8% each) spanning basic Comware setup through advanced routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and multicast. Available in English, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish.

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1Which command enters global configuration mode on an HPE Comware v7 switch?
A.configure terminal
B.configure
C.system-view
D.edit running-config
Explanation: In HPE Comware v7, the 'system-view' command is used to enter global configuration mode from user view. This is different from Cisco IOS which uses 'configure terminal'.
2Which command saves the running configuration to the startup configuration file on a Comware v7 switch?
A.copy running-config startup-config
B.write memory
C.commit
D.save
Explanation: The 'save' command in Comware v7 saves the current running configuration to the startup configuration file. You can also use 'save force' to skip the confirmation prompt.
3Which command is used to negate or remove a configuration setting on HPE Comware v7?
A.no
B.delete
C.remove
D.undo
Explanation: In Comware v7, the 'undo' command is used to negate or remove a configuration setting. This is the Comware equivalent of the 'no' command used in Cisco IOS.
4What is the default management VLAN interface on an HPE Comware switch?
A.VLAN 0
B.VLAN 100
C.VLAN 1
D.VLAN 999
Explanation: VLAN 1 is the default VLAN on HPE Comware switches. All ports belong to VLAN 1 by default, and the VLAN 1 interface can be used for management access.
5Which command assigns an IP address to a VLAN interface in Comware v7?
A.ip address 192.168.1.1/24
B.ip address 192.168.1.1 255.255.255.0
C.set ip 192.168.1.1/24
D.address 192.168.1.1 mask 255.255.255.0
Explanation: In Comware v7, the 'ip address' command under a VLAN interface view uses the format 'ip address A.B.C.D subnet-mask'. The subnet mask is specified in dotted-decimal notation.
6Which command displays the current firmware version and boot image information on an HPE Comware switch?
A.show version
B.show boot-loader
C.display boot-loader
D.display version
Explanation: The 'display version' command shows the current software version, boot image, and hardware information on a Comware switch. Comware uses 'display' instead of 'show' used in Cisco IOS.
7Which command sets the device hostname on an HPE Comware v7 switch?
A.hostname Switch1
B.sysname Switch1
C.set hostname Switch1
D.device-name Switch1
Explanation: The 'sysname' command in system view sets the device hostname on a Comware switch. The hostname appears in the CLI prompt.
8What is the CLI view hierarchy when first logging into an HPE Comware switch?
A.User view, then System view
B.Privileged EXEC mode, then Global Configuration mode
C.Executive mode, then Configuration mode
D.Admin view, then Edit view
Explanation: Comware v7 starts in User view (indicated by the < > prompt). From User view, you enter System view using the 'system-view' command (indicated by the [ ] prompt). This is different from Cisco's EXEC and configuration modes.
9Which command configures a static default route on an HPE Comware switch?
A.ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 192.168.1.254
B.default-route 192.168.1.254
C.ip route-static 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 192.168.1.254
D.gateway 192.168.1.254
Explanation: The 'ip route-static' command is used to configure static routes in Comware v7. A default route uses 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 as the destination and mask with a next-hop IP address.
10Which command enables the SSH server on an HPE Comware v7 switch?
A.enable ssh
B.ssh enable
C.ssh server enable
D.service ssh start
Explanation: The 'ssh server enable' command in system view activates the SSH server on a Comware switch. Before using SSH, RSA or DSA keys must be generated using 'public-key local create rsa'.

About the Aruba Comware Advanced Exam

The HPE Networking Advanced Product Certified - Comware (HPE6-A89) validates advanced knowledge of HPE Comware-based switching. The exam covers 13 domains from basic setup and management access through VLANs, spanning tree, IRF virtualization, IP routing, OSPF, BGP, multicast, ACLs, and QoS on Comware platforms.

Assessment

50 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions covering Basic Comware Setup, Management Access, Software Management, VLANs, IP Services, Spanning Tree, IP Routing, IRF, ACLs, QoS, OSPF Multi-Area, BGP, and Multicast

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$260 / $145 (HPE / Pearson VUE)

Aruba Comware Advanced Exam Content Outline

~8%

Basic Comware Setup

Initial switch configuration, console and management access, hostname, interface basics, and system-level settings on Comware.

~8%

Protecting Management Access

SSH, Telnet, SNMP access controls, AAA authentication, local user accounts, and role-based access control for Comware management.

~8%

Management Software and Configuration

Comware firmware upgrade procedures, boot image management, configuration save/restore, and rollback capabilities.

~8%

VLANs

VLAN creation, access and trunk port assignment, hybrid ports, VLAN interfaces (SVI), and inter-VLAN routing on Comware.

~8%

IP Services

IP address assignment, DHCP server and relay, DNS resolution, ARP management, and IP service configuration.

~8%

Spanning Tree Protocol

STP, RSTP, and MSTP configuration, root bridge priority, BPDU guard, root guard, and loop prevention mechanisms.

~8%

IP Routing

Static route configuration, default routes, routing table management, and route preference on Comware platforms.

~8%

IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework)

IRF domain setup, member configuration, IRF port binding, MAD (Multi-Active Detection), and IRF split/recovery procedures.

~8%

Access Control Lists

Basic and advanced ACLs, packet filtering rules, ACL application to interfaces, and traffic classification.

~8%

Quality of Service

QoS policy creation, traffic classification, policing, shaping, queuing mechanisms, and DSCP/802.1p marking.

~8%

OSPF Multi-Area

OSPF area configuration, backbone area, stub and NSSA areas, LSA types, route summarization, and OSPF authentication.

~8%

BGP

BGP neighbor configuration, EBGP and IBGP peering, path attributes, route policy, and BGP authentication.

~8%

Multicast

IGMP versions, PIM-SM and PIM-DM configuration, Rendezvous Point setup, and multicast forwarding on Comware.

How to Pass the Aruba Comware Advanced Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: 50 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions covering Basic Comware Setup, Management Access, Software Management, VLANs, IP Services, Spanning Tree, IP Routing, IRF, ACLs, QoS, OSPF Multi-Area, BGP, and Multicast
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: $260 / $145

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Aruba Comware Advanced Study Tips from Top Performers

1Since all 13 domains carry roughly equal weight (~8%), allocate study time evenly across all topics rather than focusing heavily on any single area
2Master IRF (Intelligent Resilient Framework) configuration including member setup, IRF port binding, MAD split-brain detection, and recovery procedures - this is unique to Comware
3Practice Comware CLI syntax for VLANs, OSPF, and BGP - it differs significantly from Cisco IOS and AOS-CX, and the exam tests specific Comware commands
4Study both OSPF multi-area (LSA types, stub/NSSA areas) and BGP (path attributes, route policy) in depth - together they represent about 16% of the exam
5Use the 5-day WBT course (Rev. 25.11) as your structured learning path, then supplement with hands-on Comware lab practice for configuration-heavy topics
6Review multicast routing (IGMP, PIM-SM/DM, RP configuration) which is often overlooked but carries equal weight to other domains on this exam

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HPE6-A89 Aruba Comware exam?

The HPE6-A89 is the proctored exam for the HPE Networking Advanced Product Certified - Comware credential. It validates advanced knowledge of HPE Comware switching including VLANs, spanning tree, IRF, IP routing, OSPF, BGP, multicast, ACLs, and QoS.

How many questions are on the HPE6-A89 exam and how long is it?

The HPE6-A89 contains 50 multiple-choice and multiple-response questions with a 90-minute time limit. The passing score is 70%, meaning you need approximately 35 of 50 correct answers to pass.

What topics does the HPE6-A89 cover?

The exam covers 13 domains with roughly equal weighting: Basic Setup, Management Access, Software Management, VLANs, IP Services, Spanning Tree, IP Routing, IRF, ACLs, QoS, OSPF Multi-Area, BGP, and Multicast. Each domain is approximately 8% of the exam.

How much does the HPE6-A89 exam cost?

The HPE6-A89 exam costs $260 USD for a standard attempt and $145 USD for retakes. It is delivered through Pearson VUE at test centers or via online proctoring.

What is IRF and why is it on the exam?

Intelligent Resilient Framework (IRF) is HPE's switch virtualization technology that combines multiple physical switches into one logical device. It provides high availability with a single management plane. IRF is a core Comware feature and carries approximately 8% weight on the exam.

What languages is the HPE6-A89 available in?

The HPE6-A89 exam is available in English, Japanese, and Latin American Spanish through Pearson VUE test centers and online proctoring.

What training is recommended for HPE6-A89?

HPE recommends the 5-day web-based training (WBT) course HPE Networking Comware Switch Implementation and Configuration, Rev. 25.11. The course covers all 13 exam domains with configuration exercises.