BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) Specialist Maintain Troubleshoot
301b
A Specialist-level exam on the F5 Certified Technology Specialist track, covering LTM Configuration, Traffic Management, Monitoring and Troubleshooting, and more, rated hard in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 12 months of hands-on experience, with a 90-minute time limit. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 90 min
- Exam Fee
- $180
- Format
- multiple-choice
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Exp. Needed
- 12 months
- Cert Valid
- 2 yr
- Languages
- English
What the 301b Exam Covers
5 official domains
LTM Configuration
Traffic Management
Monitoring and Troubleshooting
iRules
Performance Tuning
Who Should Take This
301b target roles
Certification Path
Specialist · F5 Certified Technology Specialist
| Prerequisites | F5-CA or equivalent |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | 301b |
301b exam guide
How hard is the 301b exam?
The 301b is rated hard in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 12 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the 301b?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 12–16 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the 301b exam format?
Expect 90 minutes to complete, formats include multiple-choice, the official exam fee is $180 USD. It is offered in English. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the 301b exam?
This is a specialist-level certification, the prerequisite is f5-ca or equivalent, typical target roles include ltm specialist, big-ip engineer, application delivery engineer. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the 301b?
this exam sits on the F5 Certified Technology Specialist track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the 301b certification?
The certification remains valid for 2 years, renewal is possible via retake exam. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.