Introduction
F5 certifications validate your expertise in managing and securing F5 BIG-IP systems. Whether you are an administrator, architect, or engineer, F5 certifications demonstrate your ability to configure, optimize, and secure application delivery infrastructure.
This page outlines the main certification path, helping you plan your journey from foundational knowledge to advanced specialization.
F5 Certification Path
The F5 Certified Administrator is the foundational certification for managing and securing F5 BIG-IP systems. To earn this certification, candidates must successfully complete five short exams, each about 30 minutes long:
| Exam code | Description |
|---|---|
| F5CAB1 | BIG-IP Administration Install, Initial Configuration, and Upgrade |
| F5CAB2 | BIG-IP Administration Data Plane Concepts |
| F5CAB3 | BIG-IP Administration Data Plane Configuration |
| F5CAB4 | BIG-IP Administration Control Plane Administration |
| F5CAB5 | BIG-IP Administration Support and Troubleshooting |
With ADC-labs, we provide dedicated articles for every line of each blueprint, so you can study each topic in detail and track your progress as you prepare for the exams.
Labs for Hands-On Practice
Learning the concepts and theory is essential, but real understanding comes from practice. ADC-labs provides labs, which allow you to get hands-on experience with BIG-IP:
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Lab Building Article: A detailed guide explaining how to build your own lab environment for practicing F5 configurations.
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Lab Articles: Step-by-step labs covering mutiple topics. Even if a lab seems simple at first glance, it dives deep into the topic, giving you in-depth practical knowledge.
Combining the blueprint articles with hands-on labs ensures you are fully prepared for the F5CAB exams and gain practical skills you can use on real deployments.