Novell CNE Certification
Certified Novell Engineer
The Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) certification is Novell's highest credential for network professionals. Individuals who hold this certification have demonstrated that they are capable of solving advanced network problems. To be eligible for the CNE track, candidates must first obtain the Certified Network Administrator (CNA) certification.
Exam details and overview
As with the CNA certification, there are two separate paths for obtaining the CNE certification depending on the area of expertise the candidate wishes to specialise in:
- CNE in Novell Open Enterprise Server for NetWare (3 exams required)
- CNE in Netware 6 (5 exams required)
CNA OES - Novell Open Enterprise Server for NetWare
To earn the CNA OES credential, candidates are required to pass a total of three exams (one of which is the required exam for the prerequisite CNA credential):
- 050-696 Foundations of Novell Open Enterprise Server for NetWare
66 questions in 75 minutes. A passing score is 650. When this exam is passed, the candidate earns the CNA OES certification. - 050-707 Novell Open Enterprise Server for NetWare Advanced Administration
62 questions in 90 minutes. A passing score is 536 points. - 050-695 Novell eDirectory Design and Implementation: eDirectory 8.8
70 questions in 90 minutes. A passing score is 608 points.
CNA - NetWare 6
To earn the CNA NetWare 6 credential, candidates are required to pass a total of five form-based exams (one of which is the required exam for the prerequisite CNA credential):- 050-686 Foundations of Novell Networking
66 questions in 75 minutes. Passing score is 650 or higher. When this exam is passed, the candidate earns the CNA NetWare 6 certification. - 050-690 Novell Network Management: NetWare 6.5
72 question in 120 minutes. Passing score is 524 or higher. - 050-691 Advanced Novell Network Management: NetWare 6.5
65 questions in 90 minutes. Passing score is 536 or higher. - 050-695 Novell eDirectory Design and Implementation: eDirectory 8.8
70 questions in 90 minutes. Passing score is 608 or higher. - 050-694 ZENworks 7 for Desktop Management
60 questions in 110 minutes. Passing score is 584 or higher.
The cost for each individual exam is US$125 however for those outside the U.S. prices may vary due to currency and local factors. Novell exams can be taken through most Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide.
From time to time, Novell run promotional discounts on exam fees for particular certification tracks, so keep an eye on their website for special deals. Discount exam vouchers (with free training material bundled in) can also be obtained through independant third-party suppliers.
Retake Policy
If unsuccessful at their first attempt, a candidate may retake the exam (after paying the applicable exam fee) as soon as they are ready - there is no mandatory waiting period. If, however, they are unsuccessful a second time, they must then wait a period of at least 30 days before their third and any subsequent attempt. Candidates who successfully pass any of the CNE exams must wait at least 12 months before retaking the same exam.
Continuing Certification Registration
Novell certifications are tied to the version of technology that they were gained on, and, as such, do not expire. Novell do, however, require that the candidate signs and agrees to take any Continuing Certification Registration (CCR) exams that are required by Novell from time to time. Once CNE qualified, it becomes the candidate's responsibility to keep up-to-date with what CCRs are needed. Candidates who do not keep up-to-date and complete the required CCR's will risk having their CNE credential revoked and they may no longer be classed as CNE qualified.
