Cisco FlexPod Implementation and Administration

500-174

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235
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1
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Feb 24, 2020
Release Date
Oct 18, 2025Last Updated

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235 500-174 practice questions with detailed explanations

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Exam Details

Duration60 min
Passing Score750-850
Languages English
LevelSpecialist
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For3 years
Release DateFeb 24, 2020
Exam Cost$300

What topics are on the 500-174 exam?

1

Information Gathering for FlexPod Solutions 10%

1.1
Describe the main FlexPod components
3 subtopics
1.1.aNetwork
1.1.bCompute
1.1.cStorage
Learning Objectives
  • Identify and describe the main components of a FlexPod solution
  • Understand the role of network, compute, and storage in FlexPod architecture
1.2
Describe the Cisco UCS components
2 subtopics
1.2.aFabric Interconnects
1.2.bServers
Learning Objectives
  • Understand Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect functionality
  • Identify different UCS server types and their use cases
Domain Hands-on Skills
Component identificationArchitecture assessment
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Confusing FI models
  • Misunderstanding component roles
2

FlexPod Design 10%

3

FlexPod Configuration 34%

4

FlexPod Administration 26%

5

FlexPod Troubleshooting 20%

How do I earn the Cisco FlexPod Implementation and Administration certification?

Career Progression

0

  • Level:1
  • Role:Junior FlexPod Administrator
  • Recommended Certs:500-174 or NS0-176

1

  • Level:2
  • Role:FlexPod Engineer
  • Recommended Certs:500-174, 500-173, CCNA or CCNP Data Center

2

  • Level:3
  • Role:Senior FlexPod Architect
  • Recommended Certs:500-173, 500-174, CCNP Data Center, NetApp NCIE

3

  • Level:4
  • Role:Principal Infrastructure Architect
  • Recommended Certs:CCIE Data Center, NetApp Expert certifications, VMware VCDX

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Retake the current exam versionPass any Cisco professional concentration examPass any Cisco expert-level examEarn 40 CE credits through approved activities

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Official Training

Implementing and Administering the FlexPod Solution v2.0 (FPIMPADM)Cisco Learning Partners

Free Resources

Cisco FlexPod Design ZoneDesign GuidesNetApp FlexPod ResourcesResource CenterYouTube - FlexPod ChannelVideo

Community Resources

Cisco Learning Network CommunityForumNetApp CommunityForumReddit r/FlexPodSocial MediaLinkedIn FlexPod Professionals GroupProfessional Network

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Upcoming Events

June 2025
Cisco Live 2025
FlexPod sessions and hands-on labs
October 2025
NetApp INSIGHT 2025
FlexPod roadmap announcements

Technology Coverage

Cisco UCS X-SeriesModular System

Future exam updates likely to include X-Series configuration

Released: 2024-03-01
ONTAP 9.14.19.14.1

New features may appear in administration questions

Released: 2024-04-15
Cisco IntersightSaaS

Increasing focus on cloud-based management

Released: Continuous

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • 6-12 months of field experience with FlexPod tools and standards
  • Technical understanding of FlexPod Solutions
  • Knowledge of hypervisor technologies (VMware, Red Hat, Microsoft)
  • Basic understanding of data center architecture
  • Familiarity with Cisco UCS and NetApp storage systems

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$300 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For3 years
Recertification
  • Pass the current version of the same exam
  • Pass any professional-level Cisco exam
  • Pass any expert-level Cisco exam
  • Earn 40 Continuing Education (CE) credits

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