200-301 Intermediate Networking

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Associate-level certification covering network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation.

Last updated 2026-01-15

10 Questions
4 Free to try
120m Duration
825 Passing score

About the 200-301 exam

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (200-301) is a intermediate-level Cisco certification covering 6 topic areas. The trykickoff 200-301 practice bank holds 10 questions with an explanation on every one, and 4 of them are free to try without an account.

Who this exam is typically for

Network engineers Network administrators NOC technicians Infrastructure engineers

Sample 200-301 question

A real question from the 200-301 bank, with the explanation that ships with it.

Network Fundamentals

How many usable host addresses are available in a /24 IPv4 subnet?

  • A254
  • B256
  • C255
  • D128
Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: A — 254

A /24 subnet has 256 addresses; subtracting the network and broadcast addresses leaves 254 usable hosts.

Topics covered

Question distribution across the 10-question 200-301 bank.

  • Network Fundamentals 2 questions
  • IP Connectivity 2 questions
  • Network Access 2 questions
  • IP Services 2 questions
  • Security Fundamentals 1 questions
  • Automation and Programmability 1 questions

Skills tested

Every topic area the 200-301 bank currently covers.

Network Fundamentals IP Connectivity Network Access IP Services Security Fundamentals Automation and Programmability

Moderate practice depth. Enough for a focused check on the main topic areas.

How to prepare

A six-step routine that works whether you have a week or a month.

  1. 1

    Check where you stand

    Take the 4 free 200-301 questions first. No account is needed, and every answer comes with an explanation.

  2. 2

    Work the topic areas

    Study the 6 topic areas listed below, starting with the ones carrying the most questions.

  3. 3

    Practise with explanations

    Use practice mode so you see the verdict and the reasoning straight after each answer.

  4. 4

    Review your weak topics

    After each attempt, read the per-topic breakdown and redo the areas you scored lowest on.

  5. 5

    Sit a timed attempt

    Switch to exam mode and work to the 120-minute limit to build pacing.

  6. 6

    Retake until consistent

    Repeat until you clear the 825 passing score on the full bank, not just the free set.

What you get

  • Scenario-based questions that mirror the real 200-301 exam style.
  • An explanation for every question, so you understand the reasoning, not just the answer.
  • Practice mode with instant feedback and progress saved between sessions.
  • A per-topic breakdown after each attempt to show where to focus next.
  • Unlimited retakes with reshuffled questions on the full bank.

200-301 at a glance

Exam code
200-301
Vendor
Cisco
Category
Networking
Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
120 min
Passing score
825
Total questions
10
Free questions
4

Frequently asked questions

Is the 200-301 practice test free?

Yes. trykickoff offers 4 free 200-301 practice questions with explanations. The full bank of 10 questions is available for $24.00.

How many questions are in the 200-301 question bank?

The trykickoff 200-301 bank contains 10 practice questions covering 6 topic areas.

What is the passing score for 200-301?

The passing score for 200-301 is 825. The exam duration is approximately 120 minutes.

Do I need an account to practice?

No. You can take the free practice quiz without an account. Creating a free account lets you save progress and unlock full exam banks.

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