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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Citrix
Exam Format
Associate
Registration
$300 USD
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Wait 24 hours for first retake, 14 days for subsequent retakes
Validity
3 years
Pass the latest version of the exam; Pass a higher-level Citrix certification exam; Complete continuing education requirements
1Y0-241 Exam Topics and Domains
1Y0-241 is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with AAA configuration, AAA virtual servers, ACL configuration, ADM license management, and more.
1
Getting Started - Citrix ADC Architecture and Deployment
Citrix ADC Architecture and Functionality
Understanding ADC ArchitectureHardware Components and Selection
- Understand the Citrix ADC architecture and functionality
- Identify Citrix ADC hardware and its components
- Determine which hardware to use (Citrix ADC MPX, VPX, CPX, BLX or SDX) when given a use case
Deployment and Licensing
Deployment OptionsLicensing Models
- Determine the deployment and licensing options for a given environment
- Understand licensing models and feature requirements
2
Basic Networking Configuration
Network Configuration
Interface and IP ConfigurationRouting and Traffic HandlingAccess Control Lists
- Determine which networking topology to use with Citrix ADC based on given requirements
- Determine which interfaces IP address types and VLANs to use during configuration
- Identify which Citrix ADC routing and traffic-handling mode should be used
- Determine how to configure Access Control Lists based on given requirements
3
High Availability
High Availability Configuration
HA Process and SetupTroubleshooting HA Issues
- Understand how the high availability (HA) process works on Citrix ADC
- Configure and troubleshoot HA pairs
- Resolve common HA issues
4
Load Balancing
Load Balancing Fundamentals
Load Balancing ComponentsLoad Balancing MethodsPersistence Methods
- Configure load balancing virtual servers, services, and service groups
- Select appropriate load balancing methods based on traffic patterns
- Implement persistence mechanisms for session management
Advanced Load Balancing
Health Monitoring
- Customize monitoring parameters and configure service checks
- Implement failover mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted access
5
SSL Offload and Security
SSL Offload Configuration
SSL Certificate ManagementSSL Virtual Server ConfigurationSSL Security Features
- Create, upload, and manage SSL certificates
- Configure SSL virtual servers and choose deployment strategies
- Prevent SSL-based exploits and vulnerabilities
Security Configuration
Securing Citrix ADC
- Determine the components and steps required to secure a Citrix ADC configuration
- Implement security best practices
6
Traffic Management Features
Content Switching
Content Switching Configuration
- Configure content switching rules to route traffic
- Implement content switching based on URL, application type, or user context
Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB)
GSLB ConfigurationGSLB Methods and Monitoring
- Configure GSLB sites and services
- Implement GSLB in a Citrix ADC environment
- Utilize Content Switching to implement GSLB
Optimization Features
Traffic Optimization
- Configure traffic compression
- Implement caching strategies
- Optimize TCP and HTTP performance
7
AppExpert and Advanced Policies
AppExpert Policy Engine
Policy Expressions and ActionsHTTP Callouts and Rate Limiting
- Create default policies with AppExpert
- Configure policy expressions and bind key attributes
- Use HTTP callouts and rate limiting
Rewrite and Responder
Rewrite PoliciesResponder PoliciesURL Transformation
- Utilize the rewrite feature for a given environment
- Implement responder policies
- Perform URL rewriting and transformation
8
Authentication and Authorization
AAA Configuration
Authentication MethodsAuthorization Configuration
- Configure authentication and authorization on Citrix ADC
- Implement various authentication methods
- Set up authorization policies
9
Monitoring and Troubleshooting
Monitoring and Management
Monitoring ToolsTroubleshooting Techniques
- Monitor Citrix ADC performance and health
- Troubleshoot common issues
- Analyze logs and traces
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1Y0-241 earns the CCA-AppDS certification. It sits in the Networking / App Delivery track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- 1Y0-204 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 AdministrationComplementary virtualization skills
- 1Y0-403 - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Assessment, Design and Advanced ConfigurationAdvanced virtualization expertise
- 1Y0-440 - Architecting a Citrix Networking Solution Advanced networking architecture skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-05-19
- Announcement date: 2020-09-21
Updates
- Citrix ADC 14.1 New features may appear in future exam updates • Release date: 2024-11-15
- Citrix ADM 13.1 Enhanced management capabilities relevant to exam • Release date: 2024-06-01
- Citrix Cloud Latest Cloud management increasingly important • Release date: Continuous
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network Administrators and Network Engineers.
- CNS-225: Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13.x with Traffic Management training
- Minimum 6 months hands-on experience with Citrix ADC
- 2-3 years experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Understanding of basic networking concepts
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS protocols
- Familiarity with SSL/TLS and DNS concepts
What jobs can I get with this?
Citrix Administrator
Network Engineer
Systems Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
Application Delivery Engineer
Security Engineer