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Cisco 500-171 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Implementing and Administering the FlexPod Solution (FPIMPADM) |
| Exam Number: | 500-171 (also NS0-171) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Price: | $300 USD |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Drag-and-Drop, Simulations, Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer |
| Related Certifications: | Cisco and NetApp FlexPod Design Specialist (500-170 / NS0-170) |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 45-50 |
| Recommended Training: | Implementing and Administering the FlexPod Solution (FPIMPADM) NetApp FlexPod Learning Resources |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Proctored online or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months hands-on experience with FlexPod, Cisco UCS, Nexus, and NetApp ONTAP |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.netapp.com/support-and-training/netapp-learning-services/certifications/flexpod-implementation-administration-specialist/ |
Cisco 500-171 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| FlexPod Configuration | 25% | - SAN boot and network integration - Cisco Nexus switch configuration - Cisco UCS setup and service profiles - NetApp storage configuration |
| Information Gathering for FlexPod Solutions | 20% | - Performance and requirement assessment - Hardware components: Compute, Network, Storage - FlexPod architecture overview |
| FlexPod Design | 20% | - Supported component selection - Workload and scalability planning - Validated design principles |
| FlexPod Administration | 20% | - Management tools and utilities - Monitoring and best practices - Software installation and upgrades |
| FlexPod Troubleshooting | 15% | - Compute and storage faults - Network connectivity issues - Log analysis and resolution |
FAQ — Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin Exam Preparation
Cisco lists these recommended training resources for the Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin exam:
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The Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin exam presents 45-50 with 60 minutes to complete them. Practicing under the same clock in the PracticeVCE Desktop Test Engine makes the real pacing feel routine.
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The official Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin outline defines 5 domains. The leading three are FlexPod Design (20%), FlexPod Troubleshooting (15%), and FlexPod Administration (20%). See the complete list in the topics section above — the 50 practice questions at PracticeVCE cover every domain.
The 500-171 exam is a Cisco certification exam built on the Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin syllabus shown above. It contributes to these credential paths: Cisco and NetApp FlexPod Design Specialist (500-170 / NS0-170). As information technology keeps reshaping how industries operate, certified skills remain one of the most portable proofs of capability in 2026. PracticeVCE prepares you with 50 practice questions in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
Passing the Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin exam requires 70%, and the registration fee is $300 USD. A retake costs the same amount again — a practical reason to verify your readiness with the PracticeVCE engines before booking.
The full Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin preparation set at an affordable, small-profits price: 50 practice questions in three formats — a printable, expert-prepared PDF with instant download; a Desktop Test Engine for Windows that simulates the real exam with two practice modes and works offline; and an Online Test Engine for any browser on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS with test history and performance review. A free demo is available anytime, updates are free for 365 days, renewal afterward is 50% off, installations are unlimited, and checkout is McAfee-secured with automatic encryption of your personal information.
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months hands-on experience with FlexPod, Cisco UCS, Nexus, and NetApp ONTAP Policies change over time, so confirm the current rules on the official Cisco exam page before scheduling.
Cisco FlexPod Imp and Admin Sample Questions:
Which is a valid connectivity option for a FlexPod? Note some of these may also be 'valid' options outside of a FlexPod architecture but do not specifically meet FlexPod scalability and availability requirements.
- A. UCS B-Series direct attach FAS
- B. UCS B-Series > UCS FI > Catalyst 3750 < FAS
- C. UCS C-Series direct attach FAS
- D. UCS B-Series > 2232PP FEX > UCS FI > Nexus 5548 < FAS
- E. UCS C-Series > 2232PP FEX > UCS FI > Nexus 5548 < FAS
- F. UCS C-Series > Nexus 3048 < FAS
- G. UCS B-series > UCS FI > 2232PP FEX > Nexus 5548 < FAS
Correct Answer: E,F 🗳️
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Which two are required for single-wire management for Cisco UCS C-Series? (Choose two)
- A. Redundant Nexus 2232PP FEX
- B. UCS Manager 2.1 or higher
- C. VIC 1225
- D. VIC 1240
- E. 10 GB LOM
- F. FI 6200 family only
Correct Answer: B,C 🗳️
What aggregate containing the root volume is created during the Clustered Data ONTAP setup process?
- A. 32-bit
- B. 8-bit
- C. 64-bit
- D. 16-bit
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
Given the following switch output, where would you expect see notification level messages? N5K1# show logging info Logging console: enabled (Severity: error)Logging monitor: enabled (Severity: informational)Logging linecard: enabled (Severity: emergency)Logging fex: enabled (Severity: notifications)Logging time stamp: SecondsLogging server: disabledLogging logfilE: enabled
- A. On the terminal sessions
- B. On the linecard
- C. On the console
- D. Notification messages will not be seen anywhere
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
Refer to the exhibit.
What management tool may be used for creating virtual machines?
- A. System Center Virtual Machine Manager
- B. Hyper-V Manager
- C. System Center Orchestrator
- D. MMC
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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