Question 1

How many NS0-177 practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

150 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free NS0-177 sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every NS0-177 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does NS0-177 cover?

Accepted Answer

FlexPod Design (25%), Networking (25%), Security (25%), Tools (25%).

Question 5

What is the NetApp NS0-177 exam?

Accepted Answer

NS0-177 is the current exam for the Cisco and NetApp Certified FlexPod Design Specialist certification. It validates your ability to design FlexPod converged-infrastructure solutions for a variety of business workloads, including selecting proper hardware to meet a given set of requirements.

Question 6

Did NS0-177 replace NS0-175?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Cisco and NetApp Certified FlexPod Design Specialist certification is now delivered under exam code NS0-177 (confirmed on NetApp's official INSIGHT 2026 certification map). The earlier code for this certification was NS0-175.

Question 7

What topics does the NS0-177 exam cover?

Accepted Answer

The official NetApp exam page lists four areas: FlexPod Design (component selection, sizing, support options), Networking (Cisco networking components and FlexPod networking configurations), Security (access control and secure multitenancy), and Tools (support/interoperability resources, management tools, and troubleshooting methodologies).

Question 8

How much does the NS0-177 exam cost and where do I take it?

Accepted Answer

NetApp certification exams are delivered through Pearson VUE and range from about US$150 to over US$200 depending on the exam and country. Register through NetApp's CertMetrics portal and schedule at Pearson VUE.

Question 9

How long is the FlexPod Design Specialist certification valid?

Accepted Answer

NetApp Learning Services certifications are valid for two years from the date granted. If not renewed within that period, the certification expires. You can check expiration dates and recertification requirements on CertCenter.

Question 10

What experience do I need before taking NS0-177?

Accepted Answer

NetApp recommends six to 12 months of field experience with FlexPod solutions, plus an understanding of Cisco UCS compute, Cisco Nexus networking, and NetApp ONTAP storage. Completing the NetApp Cloud Native Associate and Hybrid Cloud Associate accreditations is also suggested.

Question 11

Can I retake NS0-177 if I fail?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Per NetApp policy, a second attempt must be at least 24 hours after the first, and subsequent attempts must be at least 14 days apart. Candidates who pass an exam must wait 18 months before retaking that same exam.

Question 12

How much does the NS0-177 exam cost?

Accepted Answer

The NS0-177 exam fee is Per official NetApp Learning Services FAQ: exams range from US$150 to over US$200 depending on the exam and country. See www.pearsonvue.com/netapp for exact NS0-177 price. (USD; local pricing varies by region and provider).

NS0-177Cisco and NetApp Certified FlexPod Design Specialist practice test

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NS0-177Cisco and NetApp Certified FlexPod Design Specialist practice test

Full access

Practice NS0-177 in the simulator.

NS0-177, by the numbers.

Everything about NS0-177.

Exam information

01Exam format1

02RegistrationPearson VUE, online proctoring3

03Validity2 years2

04In our question bankv1 (150)

What NS0-177 covers

01FlexPod Design25%3 topics

1.1FlexPod components based upon customer workloadsFlexPod components based upon customer workloads2 obj.

1.2Size a solution based on customer requirements in accordance with FlexPod best practicesSize a solution based on customer requirements in accordance with FlexPod best practices2 obj.

1.3Support options for FlexPodSupport options for FlexPod2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesComponent selection · Under-sizing for peak workloads

02Networking25%2 topics

03Security25%2 topics

04Tools25%3 topics