Requirements

• Basic IT and Storage Knowledge: Understanding of general IT concepts
• including storage systems and networks.
• Familiarity with Virtualization: Knowledge of virtualized environments (e.g.
• VMware or Microsoft Hyper-V) and how they interact with storage platforms.
• Basic Understanding of EMC Products: Previous experience with EMC storage solutions

Description

The E20-393: Unity Solutions Specialist course is designed for IT professionals who want to gain deep expertise in EMC Unity storage solutions. EMC Unity is a hybrid cloud-enabled, all-flash, and unified storage platform that offers both block and file storage. It is widely used in enterprise environments for its flexibility, scalability, and ease of management. This course focuses on the deployment, configuration, and optimization of Unity systems, giving you the skills to manage Unity storage environments effectively.

Throughout this course, you will learn how to install, configure, and administer Unity systems to support modern workloads, improve performance, and ensure seamless storage management. You'll dive deep into the features and functions of Unity, such as its storage provisioning, data protection mechanisms, and integration with VMware and Microsoft environments. The course also covers advanced topics like performance troubleshooting, monitoring, and system health management.

Key topics covered include:

1. Unity Architecture and Components: Understand the core components and architecture of the Unity system, including hardware configuration, management interfaces, and the Unity Operating Environment (OE).

2. System Installation and Configuration: Learn how to install and configure Unity hardware and software, set up storage pools, and connect Unity to your network.

3. Storage Provisioning: Master how to create and manage block and file storage resources, including setting up LUNs, file systems, and shares, while also managing access control.

4. Data Protection: Explore data protection strategies, including replication, snapshots, and backup integration to ensure data reliability and business continuity.

5. Unity Storage Efficiency: Learn how Unity implements storage efficiency features such as data deduplication, compression, and thin provisioning to maximize capacity and reduce costs.

6. Performance Management and Troubleshooting: Gain knowledge on Unity performance metrics, including how to use Unisphere for monitoring, and techniques for troubleshooting and optimizing performance.

7. Integration with VMware and Microsoft Environments: Understand how Unity integrates with virtualized environments and enterprise applications, including how to configure Unity for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V.

8. Cloud Integration: Learn how Unity integrates with hybrid cloud environments and how to leverage cloud storage for greater flexibility and scalability.

Who this course is for:

• Storage Administrators
• IT Administrators
• Systems Engineers