Riverbed RCSA-SD 501-01

The Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 64 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.

Riverbed 501-01 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Riverbed
Exam Name:	Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery (RCSA Storage Delivery)
Exam Number:	501-01
Related Certifications:	Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate (RCSA)
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Exam Price:	Varies by region/testing provider (historically around USD 150–250 equivalent)
Real Exam Qty:	Not publicly specified (typically 60-75 questions in similar Riverbed associate exams)
Certificate Validity Period:	Retired / legacy certification (no longer actively promoted in current Riverbed certification tracks)
Available Languages:	English
Passing Score:	Not publicly specified (commonly estimated ~70% in legacy Riverbed exams)
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Computer-based exam delivered via authorized testing centers or proctored online platforms (historical Riverbed certification delivery model).
Pre Condition:	No formal prerequisite, but recommended understanding of networking, WAN optimization, and storage protocols (CIFS/NFS).
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.riverbed.com/services-training/certification.html

Riverbed 501-01 Exam Syllabus Topics:

501-01 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 501-01 exam lead to?

The 501-01 exam is the official Riverbed exam behind the RCSA-SD certification, validating the skills measured by the Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Riverbed certification program. It also connects to Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate (RCSA), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 501-01 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 501-01 exam contains Not publicly specified (typically 60-75 questions in similar Riverbed associate exams) questions to be completed within 90 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.

What score do I need to pass the 501-01 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 501-01 exam is Not publicly specified (commonly estimated ~70% in legacy Riverbed exams), and the official registration fee is Varies by region/testing provider (historically around USD 150–250 equivalent). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 64 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.

Are there any prerequisites for the 501-01 exam?

No formal prerequisite, but recommended understanding of networking, WAN optimization, and storage protocols (CIFS/NFS). Requirements can change when Riverbed revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the 501-01 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 501-01 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Riverbed revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the 501-01 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

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What topics are covered in the 501-01 exam?

The Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• Riverbed Technology Fundamentals
• Storage Delivery Concepts
• Performance Optimization

For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.

Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate - Storage Delivery Sample Questions:

Question #1
Which three cloud providers are currently supported with Whitewater appliances? (Select 3)

A. Amazon Glacier.
B. Microsoft Windows Azure.
C. Rackspace.
D. IBM SmartCloud.
E. Cloudian.

Question #2
Customer Acme corporation has 30 remote offices and needs to make 20 TBytes of storage available to those offices. What would be the appropriate Granite Core appliance for sizing?

A. GC2000 H
B. GC2000 M
C. VGC1000 H
D. GC2000 L
E. VGC1000 L

Question #3
What is the maximum number of bytes recommended for iSCSI traffic for jumbo frames in the Granite Core configuration due to performance restrictions?

A. 8000
B. 4000
C. 1600
D. 9000
E. 1500

Question #4
What are two optional Windows server plugins utilities for branch offices using Granite appliance?

A. VSS and Turbo Boot.
B. DFS and VSS.
C. RHSP and Turbo Boot.
D. IPCFG and Diskshadow.
E. iSCSI Initiator and iSCSI target.

Question #5
What are three available disk management modes for the Granite Edge? (Select 3)

A. VSP standalone storage mode.
B. Granite storage mode.
C. VSP and local LUN mode.
D. VSP and Granite storage mode.
E. Granite standalone mode.

Solutions: