1. MEF Certification Programs
MEF Reference Presentation
November 2011

2. MEF Reference Presentations
Intention
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Further details on the topic are to be found in related specifications, technical overviews, white papers in the MEF public site Information Center:
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3. Topics Program Overview Equipment Certification Services Certification
Professional Certification

4. Certification Program Overview

5. MEF: Defining Body of Carrier Ethernet
Established : 2001
Focus on Carrier Ethernet Services
185+ Member Companies
85+ Service Providers
Global Representation
Standards
Education
Compliance

6. MEF Certification: Enabling Standardization
The MEF Carrier Ethernet Certification Programs certify
Services
That earn buyers’ trust by conforming to MEF standards of quality and performance
Equipment
That service providers rely on to build Carrier Ethernet services
Professionals
With the proven knowledge and skills to support the explosive growth of Carrier Ethernet

7. MEF Certification Program Benefits
Strengthens market presence and recognition
Builds buyer confidence
Reinforces product launches
Supports responses to customer RFPs
Strengthens market presence and recognition
Builds buyer confidence
Accelerates deployment of new systems
Reinforces product launches
Accelerates responses to customer RFPs
Professional achieves career advancement through knowledge recognition
Employer simplifies the choice of candidates
Industry grows via access to better trained professionals

8. MEF Services Certification Program

9. 57 MEF Certified Providers
Worldwide Adoption of Service Certification
57 MEF Certified Providers
MERICA

10. MEF Services Certification Process
Test Sites & Coverage Areas
Tests performed on live services provisioned on production networks
Multiple sites selected to represent service provider coverage area:
METRO REGIONAL NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL
Technical Requirements
MEF certified equipment required at UNI
Services can be provisioned on different transport technologies
Test Timeline & Process
Full cycle of MEF 9 and MEF 14 tests typically completed in two weeks
Test probes attached to verify end-to-end service delivery
Test conducted from Iometrix test control center

11. Ethernet Virtual Private Line
MEF Certifications for Services
Program certifies three most widely deployed Carrier Ethernet services:
EPL dedicated service that interconnects two sites
EVPL multiplexed service that interconnects a hub to multiple remote sites
E-LAN meshed service that interconnects multiple sites
MEF 9
MEF 14
Certifications
EPL Service
Ethernet Private Line
EVPL Service
Ethernet Virtual Private Line
Two major certifications validate service compliance and performance:
MEF 9 validates end-to-end service delivery and functionality
MEF 14 validates service performance and traffic management
ELAN Service
Ethernet LAN

12. MEF Specifications and Certifications
Source MEF Carrier Ethernet specifications:
MEF 6 defines the Ethernet services (EPL, EVPL, ELAN)
MEF 10 defines Ethernet Service Attributes (EVC and UNI)
MEF Abstract Test Suites:
MEF 9 and MEF 14 define abstract test cases and procedures based on service requirements specified in MEF 6 and MEF 10
MEF Certification Test Plans:
MEF 9 and MEF 14 Test Plans define all test cases parameters and values based on MEF 9 and MEF 14 ATSs
MEF 6
Ethernet Services Definitions Phase 1
MEF 10
Ethernet Services Attributes Phase 1
MEF 9
Abstract Test Suite for Ethernet Services at the UNI
MEF 14
Abstract Test Suite for Traffic Management Phase 1
MEF 9 Test Plan
for Ethernet Services at the UNI
MEF 14 Test Plan
for Traffic Management Phase 1
MEF CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM

13. Ethernet Services at the UNI
MEF 9 and MEF 14 Certifications for Services
Cover full set of MEF Carrier Ethernet service attributes:
Verify compliance of User Network Interface (UNI)
Verify compliance of end-to-end Ethernet Virtual Connection (EVC)
Services validated at UNI from subscriber point of view
MEF 9 Test Cases
Ethernet Services at the UNI
Test Cases for Ethernet Physical Interface
Physical Medium, Mac Layer
Speed, Mode
Test Cases for UNI Attributes
Service Multiplexing
Bundling
All-to-One Bundling
Test Cases for Service Frame Delivery
Unicast, Multicast, Broadcast Service Frame Delivery
Layer 2 Control Protocol Processing
Test Cases for VLAN Tag Support
CE-VLAN ID & CE-VLAN CoS
CE-VLAN ID & CoS Preservation
Mapping VLAN IDs
Cover full set of MEF Carrier Ethernet service attributes:
Verify compliance of User Network Interface (UNI)
Verify compliance of end-to-end Ethernet Virtual Connection (EVC)
Services validated at UNI from subscriber point of view
MEF 14 Test Cases
Traffic Management
Test Cases for Service Performance:
Frame Delay Performance
Frame Delay Variation Performance
Frame Loss Ratio Performance
Test Cases for Bandwidth Profiles:
Per Ingress UNI
Per EVC
Per CoS ID
Test Cases for Bandwidth Rate Enforcement:
CIR (Committed Information Rate)
CBS (Committed Burst Size)
EIR (Excess Information Rate)
EBS (Excess Burst Size)
UNI
EVC
TEST
PROBE
Carrier Ethernet network
Subscriber

14. Testing Process for Services
UNI C
UNI A
PROBE
Site A
Site C
UNI B
Site B
Metro, National, International
Live Network Testing
Tests conducted on service provider production network
Typically three sites selected to test EPL, EVPL and ELAN services
Test sites selected to represent service provider footprint: Metro, regional/national, international
Testing at the UNI
Test probes attached to subscriber side of the UNIs to verify end-to-end service delivery
Services terminate at the UNI on MEF certified equipment
Time to complete full cycle of MEF 9 and MEF 14 tests typically two weeks

15. Transparent Service Dedicated Bandwidth
EPL Service Testing
Transparent Service Dedicated Bandwidth
Site A
Site B
UNI A
UNI B
Test Probe A
Point-to-Point EVC
Test Probe B
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
UNI All to One Bundling
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR EVC SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Non-looping Frame Delivery
Invalid FCS Service Frame Discard
CE-VLAN ID Preservation
CE-VLAN CoS Preservation
EVC L2CP Processing
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
UNI All to One Bundling
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per Ingress UNI
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR EVC SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Frame Delay Service Performance
Frame Delay Variation Service Performance
Frame Loss Ratio Service Performance
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per Ingress UNI
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)

16. Multiplexed, VLAN-based Service
EVPL Service Testing
Multiplexed, VLAN-based Service
Site B
Site A
UNI B
Test Probe B
UNI A
Point-to-Point EVC 1
Test Probe A
Point-to-Point EVC 2
UNI C
Test Probe C
Site C
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
UNI Service Multiplexing
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR EVC SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Non-looping Frame Delivery
Invalid FCS Service Frame Discard
CE-VLAN ID Preservation
CE-VLAN CoS Preservation
CE-VLAN ID/EVC Map
L2CP Processing
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per EVCs
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR EVC SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Frame Delay Service Performance
Frame Delay Variation Service Performance
Frame Loss Ratio Service Performance
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per EVCs
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)

17. E-LAN Service Testing Mpt-to-Mpt Service Site B Site A
UNI B
UNI A
Test Probe B
Test Probe A
Multipoint-to-Multipoint
EVC
UNI C
Test Probe C
Site C
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR EVC SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Non-looping Frame Delivery
Invalid FCS Service Frame Discard
Service Frame Conditional Delivery
Single Copy Service Frame Delivery in MP to MP EVC
CE-VLAN ID Preservation
CE-VLAN CoS Preservation
L2CP Processing
MEF 9 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
UNI Physical Layer
UNI MAC Layer
UNI EVC Support
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per Ingress UNI, EVC
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)
MEF 14 TEST CASES FOR UNI SERVICE ATTRIBUTES
Bandwidth Profile per Ingress UNI, EVC
Bandwidth Profile Rate Enforcement (CIR/CBS, EIR/EBS)

18. Services Certification Test Set Up
Test Bed Requirements and Set Up
Port 0/0
Site A
UNI A1
UNI A2
UNI A3
Test Probe A
Site B
UNI B1
UNI B2
UNI B3
Test Probe B
UNI C1
UNI C2
Test Probe C
Port 0/2
Port 0/3
Port 0/5
Port 0/4
Site C
UNI Equipment
EVPL
ELAN
EPL
Services Certification Test Set Up
Domestic Services Certification
Three domestic sites selected for testing
Service coverage areas can be metro, regional and/or national
International Services Certification
One national and two international sites selected for testing
Service coverage areas can be transnational, continental and/or transcontinental
MEF Certified UNI Equipment
Service providers may deploy different models of equipment at the UNI from one or more manufacturers
Requirement to deploy MEF certified equipment only applies to UNI – not core network equipment
Complete list of MEF certified equipment available at
Test Sites
POP locations, readily accessible, internet connection available

19. Certification Phases and Timeline
Achieving Certification in Three Phases
Preparation Phase
Installation Phase
Testing Phase
Preliminary technical assessment of services and network topologies
Determine applicable certifications
Test site selection
Completion of technical test documentation
Test probe shipping and installation at each site
Service provisioning and turn up
Test probe and service connectivity checks
Test executed simultaneously on multiple services
Start with MEF 9 tests
Followed by MEF 14 tests
Troubleshooting when required
2 weeks
1 week
2 weeks

20. Certification Deliverables
MEF Certified!
Certification Deliverables 
Certification kit
Four main deliverables awarded to successful service providers
Designed to promote certification in product sheets, presentations, website content, press releases, product launches
Going to market with MEF certified services:
Strengthen market presence and recognition
Build buyer confidence
Respond to business, wholesale and institutional customer RFPs with certified service portfolio
MEF Certificate  
Official statement of certification, serves as proof of compliance
MEF Certified Logo
Instant recognition of MEF certified companies and services
Test Report
Full description of test parameters, procedures and results
Certification Directory
Widely consulted on-line listing of MEF certified companies and services

21. Certification Test Report Outline
Test Report Scope:
Individual test report for each tested service (EPL, EVPL, ELAN)
Specifies provider commercial designation of service
Set of test results for MEF 9 and MEF 14
Service Description:
Specifies attributes, parameters and values of service such as CE-VLAN ID, EVC Type, MTU, CIR…
Specifies equipment manufacturer and model deployed at UNIs
Specifies service coverage area (metro, national, international)
Test Set Up:
Specifies test site locations
Test probe deployment, configuration and parameters
Test Results:
Specifies object and procedure and result of each test case
Test results can be Pass, Fail or Not Applicable
Test Report Outline
Test Set Up and Parameters
Service Technical Description
MEF 9 Test Results
MEF 14 Test Results

22. Frequently Asked Questions
Does my company need to be a MEF member prior to certification?
MEF membership is a pre-requisite to certification
Not renewing MEF membership does not invalidate certification
For how long are certifications valid?
Certifications have unlimited validity in time for services delivered across the same type of UNI equipment deployed at the time of testing
Certifications of new services or services delivered across UNIs or MENs deploying new equipment, software releases or transport technologies are at will
Who should I contact to find out more?
Iometrix is the MEF authorized certification lab since 2005
Contact or visit

23. In Summary Two reference certifications for Carrier Ethernet services:
MEF 9 validates service compliance and delivery
MEF 14 validates service performance
Independent Testing Process
Third party validation through MEF authorized lab
Single, streamlined testing process
Widely recognized and trusted certification program
Go to market with MEF certified services
Strengthen service portfolio in competitive market place
Respond to fast growing demand for standardized Carrier Ethernet business services

24. MEF Equipment Certification Program

25. Certified Equipment Program Goals
Enable equipment vendors to build & supply Carrier Ethernet equipment, certified compliant with MEF specifications
Service Providers use MEF specifications to build services and require MEF certified equipment to ensure service functionality and performance
Accelerates introduction of Carrier Ethernet equipment into service provider networks by streamlining procurement and reducing test times

26. 83 Certified Equipment Vendors
July 2011
800+ products certified worldwide
MEF 14 – Abstract test suite for Traffic Management Phase 1 – covers BW profiles, performance testing such as Frame Loss, Frame Delay and Frame Delay variation.
MEF Certification Lab

27. Benefits of Certifying Equipment
Sales Benefits
Requirement in growing number of service provider RFPs
Provides competitive advantage over non-certified equipment
Builds buyer confidence and speeds up sales process
Marketing Benefits
Widely recognized by service provider and enterprise customers
Aligns product portfolio with Carrier Ethernet industry standards
Ensures high level of consistency in products & services
Technical Benefits
Single testing process saves time / costs on conformance testing
Facilitates multi-vendor deployments
Supports service provider services certification

28. MEF Certifications for Equipment
Program certifies wide range of products supporting Carrier Ethernet services:
Focus on key Carrier Ethernet capabilities deployed by service providers:
Carrier Ethernet service delivery and performance at the UNI
TDM services delivered over Ethernet for mobile backhaul
MEF 9 Certification
244 Test Cases
Ethernet Service at the UNI
MEF 14 Certification
170 Test Cases
Traffic Management at the UNI
MEF 18 Certification
334 Test Cases
CES over Ethernet

29. Carrier Ethernet services
MEF 9 and MEF 14 Certifications for Equipment
MEF 9 Test Cases
Ethernet Services at the UNI
244 Test Cases
EPL
EVPL
ELAN
Test Cases for Ethernet Physical Interface
Physical Medium, Mac Layer, Speed, Mode
Test Cases for UNI Attributes
Service Multiplexing, Bundling, All-to-One Bundling
Test Cases for Service Frame Delivery
Unicast, Multicast, Broadcast Service Frame Delivery
Layer 2 Control Protocol Processing
Test Cases for VLAN Tag Support
CE-VLAN ID & CE-VLAN CoS
CE-VLAN ID & CoS Preservation
Mapping VLAN IDs
Certifies delivery of compliant, high performance Carrier Ethernet services at the UNI:
Key for deployment of standardized services
Tests cover EPL, EVPL and ELAN services
MEF 9 verifies service delivery and functionality
MEF 14 verifies service performance and bandwidth profiles
MEF 14 Test Cases
Traffic Management Phase 1
170 Test Cases
EPL
EVPL
ELAN
Test Cases for Service Performance:
Frame Delay Performance
Frame Delay Variation Performance
Frame Loss Ratio Performance
Test Cases for Bandwidth Profiles:
Per Ingress UNI, per EVC, per CoS ID
Test Cases for Bandwidth Rate Enforcement:
CIR (Committed Information Rate)
CBS (Committed Burst Size)
EIR (Excess Information Rate)
EBS (Excess Burst Size)
UNI
Traffic Generator
Analyzer
Carrier Ethernet services
TESTER
MEF 9, MEF 14 Certification Test Bed

30. MEF Specifications and Certifications
Ethernet Services Definitions Phase 1
MEF 10
Ethernet Services Attributes Phase 1
Source MEF Carrier Ethernet specifications:
MEF 6 defines the Ethernet services (EPL, EVPL, ELAN)
MEF 10 defines Ethernet Service Attributes (EVC and UNI attributes)
MEF Abstract Test Suites:
MEF 9 and MEF 14 define abstract test cases and procedures based on service requirements specified in MEF 6 and MEF 10
MEF Certification Test Plans:
MEF 9 and MEF 14 Test Plans define all test cases parameters and values based on MEF 9 and MEF 14 ATSs
MEF 9
Abstract Test Suite for Ethernet Services at the UNI
MEF 14
Abstract Test Suite for Traffic Management Phase 1
MEF 9 Test Plan
for Ethernet Services at the UNI
MEF 14 Test Plan
for Traffic Management Phase 1
MEF CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM

31. MEF 18 Certification for Equipment
Certifies TDM services over Carrier Ethernet:
Key for Mobile Backhaul
Strong focus on synchronization tests
Validates end-to-end clock recovery to ensure T1, E1, T3 and E3 integrity
MEF 18 Test Cases
Circuit Emulation Services
Over Ethernet
334 Test Cases
T1oETH
E1oETH
T3oETH
E3oETH
Test Cases for Framing
Emulated Circuit Identifier (ECID)
Control Word
RTP Header
Test Cases for Emulation & Encapsulation
Structure Agnostic Emulation
Structure Aware Emulation
Test Cases for Synchronization
Synchronization performance using Adaptive Clock Recovery:
Based on ITU-T G.8261
Traffic Interface Masks for E1 and E3:
Based on ITU-T G.823
Traffic Interface Mask for T1 and T3:
Based on ITU-T G.824
CESoETH
Equipment
TDM Generator
Analyzer
Jitter/Wander
Impairment
Generator
TDM over Ethernet
TESTER
Primary Reference Clock
Synchronization Test Bed

32. MEF Specifications and Certifications
Circuit Emulation Service Definitions, Framework and Requirements in Metro Ethernet Networks
MEF 8
Implementation Agreement for the Emulation of PDH Circuits over Metro Ethernet Networks
Source MEF Specifications:
MEF 3 defines framework and requirements for Circuit Emulation Services over Ethernet
MEF 8 implementation agreement for Circuit Emulation Services over Ethernet
MEF Abstract Test Suite:
MEF 18 define abstract test cases and procedures based on service requirements specified in MEF 3 and MEF 8
MEF Certification Test Plan:
MEF 18 Test Plans define all test cases parameters and values based on MEF 9 and MEF 18 ATSs
MEF 18
Abstract Test Suite for Circuit Emulation Services over Ethernet
MEF 18 Test Plan
for Circuit Emulation Services over Ethernet
MEF CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM

33. Testing Process for Equipment
Step 1: Product Eligibility and Qualification
Wide range of products: switches, routers, passive optical network and microwave systems, access and demarcation devices
Preliminary technical assessment conducted to determine applicable certifications
Step 2: Scheduling and Logistics
Test conducted at MEF authorized lab (California)
Tests typically scheduled for a one-week period with a lead time of one month
Step 3: Lab Testing
Tests conducted on representative samples supplied by vendors
Test procedures strictly adhere to the MEF approved test plans

34. Certification Deliverables
MEF Certified!
Certification kit
Four main deliverables awarded to successful equipment vendors
Designed to promote certification in product sheets, presentations, website content, press releases, product launches
Going to market with MEF certified equipment:
Identifies product problem before SP testing
Strengthen market presence and recognition
Provides service providers a high level of confidence when selecting Carrier Ethernet equipment
Respond to SP RFPs with certified products
Certification Deliverables 
MEF Certificate  
Official statement of certification, serves as proof of compliance
MEF Certified Logo
Instant recognition of MEF certified companies and products
Test Report
Full description of test parameters, procedures and results
Certification Directory
Widely consulted on-line listing of MEF certified companies and products

35. In Summary
Three reference certifications for Carrier Ethernet equipment:
MEF 9 and MEF 14 validates service compliance and performance at the UNI
MEF 18 validates TDM services over Ethernet
Independent testing process
Third party validation through MEF authorized lab
Single, streamlined testing process
Widely recognized and trusted certification program
Go to market with MEF certified equipment
Strengthen Carrier Ethernet product portfolio in competitive market place
Respond to service provider demand for standardized Carrier Ethernet equipment

36. MEF Professional Certification Program

37. MEF-CECP Certification
MEF Carrier Ethernet Certified Professional
80 multiple-choice question exam on Carrier Ethernet topics
The first and only industry-body certification for Carrier Ethernet professionals
First of a series of professional certifications from the MEF
Developed by 5 industry-leading Subject Matter Experts from the MEF over a period of 1 year
Analyzed and tested by specialist examination psychometric partner with large beta site pool of examinees

38. Who Is Passing MEF-CECP Exam?
MEF-CECP designed for
Technical Marketing
Technical Sales
Engineering
Operations
In practice, many disciplines are achieving MEF-CECP

39. MEF-CECP Certification
MEF Carrier Ethernet Certified Professional
Based on cumulative knowledge and specifications developed by the MEF Technical and Marketing Committees over a 10 year period including 31 MEF specs as well as work referenced by the MEF in other SDOs – i.e. IEEE, IETF, ITU-T
42 topic areas in total
Multiple choice questions delivered by MEF over the Internet in real time

40. Exam Topics
MEF Carrier Ethernet services definitions for E-Line, E- LAN and E-Tree
Implementing Carrier Ethernet services over various key transport and access technologies
Definitions and application of UNI, EVC and ENNI in Carrier Ethernet networks
Key UNI, ENNI, EVC and OVC service attributes
Definitions of MEF 9, 14, 18 vendor equipment and product certifications and benefits

41. Exam Topics
Key service requirements for target Carrier Ethernet service applications (wholesale access, Ethernet access to IP, mobile backhaul, retail Ethernet services)
Comparing and positioning Carrier Ethernet services to layer 2 Frame Relay, IP/MPLS and TDM private line
Circuit Emulation over Ethernet and synchronization
Role of Service, Operations Administration and Maintenance (SOAM) in Carrier Ethernet Networks

42. The Need for MEF-CECP Professional Employer Customer
”Do I have a good working knowledge of these important Carrier Ethernet topics, and if yes, how do I prove it?”
Employer
”Do my key Carrier Ethernet employees have a good working knowledge of these important Carrier Ethernet topics, and if not, how do I train them?”
Customer
”Am I outsourcing to, or partnering with, Carrier Ethernet companies with suitable teams?”

43. Benefits Carrier Ethernet Professionals
Unique and tangible proof of knowledge required for technical, marketing and sales positions in Carrier Ethernet industry
Differentiates professionals when competing for key or new positions
Increases individual’s value and relevance in a Carrier Ethernet organization

44. Benefits Carrier Ethernet Organizations
Principle organizations
Service providers
Equipment vendors
Benefits
Demonstrates to customers and partners an employer’s commitment to quality and knowledge of Carrier Ethernet knowledge, skills and capabilities
Enhances employer training requirements
Improves employer candidate assessment process
Valuable complement to MEF services and equipment certification achieved by the organization

45. Benefits Carrier Ethernet Industry
Availability of more recognized Carrier Ethernet professionals accelerates
Transition from costly legacy to cost effective Carrier Ethernet infrastructure
Demand from knowledgeable enterprises
Faster rollout and increased availability of high value Carrier Ethernet business, access and mobile backhaul services
Increased interconnection of Carrier Ethernet operators to extend coverage of Carrier Ethernet services

46. Studying for MEF-CECP Source materials MEF-CECP Study Guides
Specifications, standards and White Papers from MEF, IETF, IEEE and ITU-T
MEF-CECP Knowledge Checklist available on the MEF site
MEF-CECP Study Guides
Available shortly through MEF site and MEF on the Go
MEF-CECP Class Training
MEF Accredited Training Providers (MEF-ATPs) around the globe

47. MEF-CECP Class Training
MEF Accredited Training Providers (MEF- ATP)
MEF member companies
Track record in data communications training
Successfully passed rigorous MEF auditing
Accessible through MEF web sites
Independently offer packages of training courses and proctored exams on customer premises or provider premises

48. MEF on the Go MEF’s First Mobile App Valuable study information
MEF-CECP Test Objectives cross-referenced with source materials from
MEF
IETF
ITU-T
IEEE
Easy document download and annotations
Links to training resources
Available for free on iPad from Apple App Store (Android versions scheduled early 2012)

49. MEF-CECP Exam Process Information Preparation Registration Scheduling
Review information on the MEF web sites
Preparation
Take MEF-ATP training and/or self-study
Registration
Register and pay US$350 on Ethernet Academy (US$50 retake)
Scheduling
Select a test location and make a reservation online
Exam
Write the 1h 45m hour exam delivered over the Internet
Certification
Certificates awarded to successful examinees

50. MEF-CECP Exam Locations
@ home or office with web-based proctoring
@ select MEF events
@ accredited training provider facilities following course completion
@ MEF accredited test facilities

51. Professional Certification Deliverables
MEF Certified!
Professional Certification Deliverables 
MEF Certificate  
Official MEF statement of certification, serves as proof of certification
MEF Certified Logo
Use in signatures, CVs etc. provides instant recognition of MEF certified professionals
Certification Directory
Widely consulted on-line listing of MEF certified professionals

52. Frequently Asked Questions
**Full set of FAQs available at MEF web site
Q. What is the pass score for the MEF-CECP exam?
A. The pass score is determined by the MEF’s test development partner based on psychometric analytical techniques recognized by the industry for this type of exam.
Q. How quickly will I know if I have passed or failed the MEF-CECP exam?
A. Please allow 4-5 business days after your test to process the exam results and the MEF will notify you by of your results. The MEF will then mail you an MEF-CECP certificate if you have passed the exam.
Q. How often can I take/retake the test?
If a certification exam is not completed successfully on the first attempt, there is a 2-week waiting requirement before taking the test a second time. However, on subsequent attempts, candidates will not be permitted to take the same test more than twice in any given 60-day period.
Q. What happens if I want postpone my exam date after I have registered and paid the fee?
The MEF will allow you to re-schedule your test date for up to 90 days from the initial registration date.
Q. In which languages can I take the MEF-CECP exam?
Currently the MEF-CECP exam is offered only in English.
Q. What are the requirements for taking the MEF-CECP exam?
A. Any one that accepts the Terms and Conditions and pays in advance can take the MEF-CECP exam.

53. Maximize Your Carrier Ethernet Value
Follow MEF’s best practices developed by 100s of the industry’s leading Carrier Ethernet experts over 100,000s of technical and marketing hours over 10 years
Employers of Carrier Ethernet professionals
Mandate MEF-CECP in your organizations!
Carrier Ethernet professionals
Ensure you are considered for key posts by becoming an MEF-CECP!
Users of Carrier Ethernet services
Demand support from your service provider by MEF-CECP certified personnel!

54. Officially MEF Training Providers
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Official MEF certification lab since 2005
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Officially MEF Training Providers

55. MEF Reference Presentations
MEF Standard Reference Presentations Cover ing the Principal Work of the MEF
Overview presentation of the MEF.
This presentation gives basic and most up-to-date information about the work of the MEF. It also introduces the definitions, scope and impact of Carrier Ethernet, the MEF Certification program and describes the benefits of joining the MEF. 
Overview presentation of the Technical Work of the MEF
Includes a summary of the specifications of the MEF, structure of the technical committee, work in progress and relationships with other Industry Standards bodies. For PowerPoint overviews of individual specifications: Click for List
Carrier Ethernet Services Overview 
This presentation defines the MEF Ethernet Services that represent the principal attribute of a Carrier Ethernet Network
Carrier Ethernet User-Network Interface
This presentation discusses the market impact of MEF 20: UNI Type 2 Implementation agreement
Carrier Ethernet Access Technology Overview
This presentation describes how the MEF specifications bring Carrier Ethernet services to the world's Access networks (with examples of Active Ethernet (Direct Fiber), WDM Fiber, MSO Networks(COAX and Direct Fiber), Bonded Copper, PON Fiber and TDM (Bonded T1/E1, DS3/E3))
Carrier Ethernet Interconnect Program.
This is the latest presentation from the Carrier Ethernet Interconnect Working Group which acts as a framework for all presentations given on this topic.
Carrier Ethernet OAM & Management Overview
This presentation describes the management framework and the OAM elements for fault and performance management expressed in terms of the life cycle of a Carrier Ethernet circuit
Carrier Ethernet for Mobile Backhaul
A comprehensive marketing and technical overview of the MEF's initiative on Mobile Backhaul that has lead to the adoption of Carrier Ethernet as the technology of choice for 3G and 4G backhaul networks
Carrier Ethernet Business Services
A comprehensive presentation aimed at business users
The MEF Certification Programs
A presentation of the MEFs three certification programs: Equipment, Services and Professionals. These programs have been a cornerstone of the success of Carrier Ethernet and its deployment in more than 100 countries around the world.
Presentations may be found at

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