F5 Networks 402 Practice Exam Questions & Answers
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F5 Networks 402 Exam Details
Key details for this exam, checked against the published exam outline
70
Practice Questions (Our Bank)
120 minutes
Exam Duration
245 out of 350
Passing Score
USD 165
Exam Fee (United States)
- Exam Code
- 402
- Full Name
- F5 Cloud Solutions
- Issuing Body
- F5 Networks
- Question Format (Our Bank)
- Multiple Choice
- Delivery
- Pearson VUE testing centers or Certiverse online proctored
- Eligibility
- Active F5-CTS, BIG-IP LTM and F5-CTS, BIG-IP DNS certifications required
Practice Questions
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Which technologies enable seamless application mobility across different cloud providers?
(Select all that apply)
Choose:
Correct Answer:
C, D
Explanation
Containerization and virtualization both enable application mobility by abstracting applications from underlying infrastructure. Containers package applications with their dependencies, making them portable across clouds. Virtual machines do the same through hypervisors. Load balancing and clustering don't enable mobility across different cloud providers the way abstraction technologies do.
Which of the following is a virtualization technology commonly used with F5 devices?
Choose one:
Correct Answer:
C
Explanation
Virtual Servers are F5 specific constructs that handle application traffic. They sit between clients and backend resources, managing connections and applying policies. Network interfaces and ports are infrastructure components that don't represent F5 virtualization technology. Management interfaces handle administrative access, not application traffic virtualization.
Which of the following is NOT a key consideration when analyzing cloud service provider instance sizing for BIG-IP requirements?
Choose one:
Correct Answer:
B
Explanation
When sizing BIG-IP instances for a cloud provider, you need to consider CPU, memory, throughput requirements, and network specifications. Server uptime is a characteristic of the cloud provider's service level agreement and infrastructure, not a factor in determining what instance size you need for your F5 device. The other options directly impact which instance type suits your workload.
What is a primary goal of designing a cloud bursting solution?
Choose one:
Correct Answer:
D
Explanation
Cloud bursting lets organizations run at normal capacity in their private data center then automatically send excess load to public cloud resources during traffic spikes. This approach reduces costs by only paying for cloud resources when needed. Static scaling maintains fixed resources, while migration moves workloads permanently rather than temporarily during demand peaks.
Which of the following is NOT a cloud service model?
Choose one:
Correct Answer:
A
Explanation
The three recognized cloud service models are Infrastructure as a Service, Platform as a Service, and Software as a Service. Data as a Service is not a standard cloud model defined by industry standards. While data services exist in cloud offerings, they fall under one of the three primary models rather than forming their own service category.
Domain 1: FOUNDATIONAL CLOUD CONCEPTS
Covers cloud service models including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, plus cloud identity and access management technologies. Candidates learn to compare different cloud business models and apply identity management solutions in cloud environments.
Sample question from this domain above:
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Domain 2: CLOUD DEPLOYMENT
Evaluates the ability to analyze cloud service provider instance sizing and F5 instance deployment requirements. Focuses on understanding key cloud deployment principles and F5 integration across various cloud infrastructures.
Sample questions from this domain above:
Q1Q3
Domain 3: CLOUD ORCHESTRATION AND AUTOMATION
Tests proficiency in automating and orchestrating cloud services with emphasis on the N/E/S/W-bound API model and F5 RESTful APIs. Requires candidates to apply and evaluate automation techniques using these technologies.
Domain 4: CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN
Measures knowledge of designing cloud infrastructure using F5 licensing, support characteristics, and SDN technologies. Focuses on the decision-making required to build scalable and resilient cloud solutions.
Sample questions from this domain above:
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Domain 5: CLOUD MIGRATION
Covers design and execution of cloud migration plans for applications. Evaluates ability to assess variables critical for migration and create comprehensive migration plans that ensure applications transition smoothly to cloud environments.
FAQ
402 Exam FAQ
Common questions about the exam itself
What background do I need before taking the F5 Cloud Solutions 402 exam?
You must hold active F5 Certified Technology Specialist certifications in both BIG-IP LTM and BIG-IP DNS before you can sit for exam 402. This prerequisite ensures you have foundational knowledge of F5 load balancing and DNS technologies before moving into cloud architecture and orchestration.
How long does it realistically take to prepare for exam 402?
Most candidates need 4 to 6 weeks of focused study, especially if they already hold the required prerequisite certifications. The amount of time depends on your hands-on experience with cloud deployments and whether you work regularly with F5 BIG-IP instances in AWS, Azure, or other cloud providers.
What makes the Cloud Orchestration and Automation section challenging for candidates?
This section requires understanding of RESTful APIs, the N/E/S/W-bound API model, and automation toolchains. Candidates often struggle because it combines abstract API concepts with practical automation scenarios, so hands-on lab experience with F5 automation tools and API calls is crucial for this domain.
What do I need to bring to my exam appointment?
You must bring two forms of valid, signed identification, with at least one being government-issued and including a photo. The name on your ID must match the name in your F5 Certified account exactly, or your exam appointment will be delayed.
How many times can I retake exam 402 if I fail?
F5 allows unlimited retakes, but you must wait for an eligibility period after each failure before you can schedule another attempt. You will receive an email notification when you are eligible to retake the exam.
Can I reschedule my exam appointment close to my test date?
Rescheduling or cancellation requests must be initiated at least 48 hours before your scheduled appointment. If you reschedule within 48 hours, you will be charged a rescheduling fee, and you must handle rescheduling yourself through the F5 Education Services Portal since F5 Support, Pearson VUE, and Certiverse cannot process these requests.
How does exam 402 relate to other F5 certifications?
Exam 402 is the final exam in the F5 Cloud track leading to the F5 Certified Solutions Expert, Cloud certification. It builds on the F5-CTS BIG-IP LTM and F5-CTS BIG-IP DNS certifications and is positioned at the Solutions Expert level, alongside exam 401 for Security Solutions.
What job roles is the F5 Cloud Solutions certification designed for?
The certification targets cloud architects, cloud engineers, solutions engineers, and infrastructure professionals who design and manage F5 solutions in cloud environments. It assumes experience with cloud infrastructure, network architecture, and working with major cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
How long is the F5 Cloud Solutions certification valid?
Information about certification validity period was not found in the official F5 sources accessed. Check the F5 Education Services support documentation or contact F5 directly for the renewal timeline and requirements.
What is the passing score for exam 402?
The passing score is 245 on F5's scaled score range of 100 to 350 points. This scaled scoring method ensures consistency across different exam versions and forms, so the difficulty of individual questions does not affect the fairness of the passing threshold.
