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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Citrix
Exam Format
90 min
65
62%
Associate
Registration
$200 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
No waiting period for first retake, 14 days for subsequent retakes
Validity
3 years
Pass any current Expert-level certification exam; Pass any two current Professional-level concentration exams; Pass the current version of the same exam
1Y0-204 Exam Topics and Domains
1Y0-204 is organized into 14 weighted domains. Expect to work with Delivery Controller, Studio, StoreFront, Cloud Connector, and more.
1
Architecture Overview
8%
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Architecture
Layered Architecture ApproachOn-Premises vs Citrix CloudHosting Platform SelectionFlexCast Management Architecture (FMA)
- Identify layers in the layered architecture approach
- Understand differences between on-premises and Citrix Cloud deployments
- Determine appropriate hosting platforms based on requirements
- Explain FMA components and their interactions
2
Deploying the Site
10%
Site Installation and Configuration
Installing Delivery ControllersDatabase ConfigurationSite Creation and ConfigurationLicensing ConfigurationHigh Availability Configuration
- Install and configure Delivery Controllers
- Set up and configure site databases
- Create and configure a Citrix site
- Implement high availability for site components
3
The Apps and Desktops Images
8%
Master Image Management
Creating Master ImagesInstalling and Configuring VDAImage Management Strategies
- Create and optimize master images
- Install and configure Virtual Delivery Agents
- Implement image management strategies
4
Provisioning and Delivering App and Desktop Resources
10%
Machine Catalog Creation
Machine Creation Services (MCS)Provisioning Services (PVS)Manual Machine Management
- Create machine catalogs using different provisioning methods
- Configure MCS and PVS environments
- Manage manually provisioned machines
Delivery Group Configuration
Creating Delivery GroupsApplication Groups
- Create and configure delivery groups
- Implement application groups for better management
5
Providing Access to App and Desktop Resources
8%
StoreFront Configuration
StoreFront Installation and SetupStore ConfigurationWorkspace Configuration
- Install and configure StoreFront
- Create and configure stores
- Configure Workspace app for user access
Citrix Gateway Integration
Gateway Configuration for Remote Access
Configure Citrix Gateway for secure remote access
6
Managing the User Experience
9%
Citrix Policies
Policy Creation and ManagementHDX Policy SettingsPolicy Modeling and Troubleshooting
- Create and manage Citrix policies
- Configure HDX settings for optimal user experience
- Troubleshoot policy conflicts and issues
7
Published App and Desktop Presentation and Management
8%
Application Publishing
Publishing ApplicationsApplication PresentationSession Pre-launch and Lingering
- Publish and manage applications
- Configure application presentation
- Implement session optimization features
8
Managing Printing for User Sessions
6%
Print Management
Citrix Universal Print ServerPrinter ProvisioningPrint Driver Management
- Configure Citrix Universal Print Server
- Implement printer provisioning strategies
- Manage print drivers effectively
9
Citrix Profile Management
7%
Profile Management Configuration
Profile Management InstallationProfile Configuration and OptimizationProfile Management Policies
- Install and configure Citrix Profile Management
- Optimize profile performance and size
- Configure profile management policies
10
Managing the Site
8%
Site Administration
Delegated AdministrationPowerShell AdministrationTags and ZonesLoad Management
- Configure delegated administration
- Use PowerShell for site management
- Implement tags and zones
- Configure load management
11
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Basic Security Considerations
7%
Security Configuration
SSL/TLS ConfigurationXML Service SecurityHDX Security
- Configure SSL/TLS for site components
- Secure XML service communication
- Implement HDX security features
12
Monitoring the Site
8%
Director Monitoring
Director ConfigurationMonitoring DashboardsSession MonitoringConfiguration Logging
- Configure and use Director for monitoring
- Interpret monitoring data and trends
- Implement configuration logging
13
Supporting and Troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
10%
Troubleshooting Methodology
VDA Registration IssuesSession Launch IssuesPerformance IssuesDatabase Connectivity IssuesTools and Utilities
- Troubleshoot VDA registration issues
- Resolve session launch problems
- Diagnose and fix performance issues
- Use diagnostic tools effectively
14
Migrating to Citrix Cloud
5%
Cloud Migration
Citrix Cloud ArchitectureMigration PlanningCloud Connector Configuration
- Understand Citrix Cloud architecture
- Plan migration to Citrix Cloud
- Configure Cloud Connectors
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1Y0-204 earns the CCA-V certification. It sits in the Virtualization track.
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- 1Y0-231 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13 with Citrix GatewayAdd networking and security skills
- CC-VAD-CC - Moving to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Citrix Cloud Cloud migration expertise
- 1Y0-341 - Citrix ADC Advanced Topics - Security, Management, and OptimizationAdvanced networking and security
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-01
- Announcement date: 2019-08-01
Updates
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR New features likely in next exam update • Release date: 2024-03-01
- Citrix Cloud Current Increasing focus in exam content • Release date: Continuous updates
- Citrix Workspace app 2405 Client configuration questions updated • Release date: 2024-05-01
Who should take this exam?
- 6-12 months experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server
- Basic understanding of Active Directory
- Basic networking knowledge
- Understanding of virtualization concepts
- Familiarity with cloud concepts