Requirements

• Basic IT Knowledge: A general understanding of IT systems and networking concepts.
• Experience with Storage Systems: Familiarity with data storage concepts such as volumes
• LUNs
• and file systems will be beneficial.

Description

The NS0-162: NetApp Data Administrator certification course is designed for IT professionals who want to develop proficiency in managing and administering NetApp data storage systems. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of NetApp storage architecture, focusing on ONTAP features, data provisioning, data protection, and performance optimization. You will gain practical knowledge on deploying, managing, and maintaining NetApp storage systems to ensure business continuity, high performance, and security.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• NetApp Storage Architecture: Understand the core components of NetApp storage systems, including ONTAP, aggregates, volumes, and LUNs, and how they work together to provide efficient storage solutions.

• Data Provisioning and Management: Learn how to create and manage storage volumes, LUNs, and file systems, as well as how to allocate and manage storage resources to meet business requirements.

• Data Protection: Master data protection strategies, including Snapshots, SnapMirror, and SnapVault, ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and efficient data backup.

• ONTAP System Administration: Explore advanced features of ONTAP such as high availability configurations, clustering, and disaster recovery options to ensure robust system performance.

• Performance Management and Optimization: Learn how to monitor, analyze, and optimize the performance of NetApp storage systems to improve efficiency and resource utilization.

• Security and Compliance: Gain knowledge of NetApp security features, including data encryption, access control, and securing storage systems in accordance with organizational policies.

Who Should Take This Course:

• Storage Administrators: IT professionals responsible for managing storage systems and ensuring the availability, reliability, and performance of data storage environments.

• NetApp Data Administrators: Individuals looking to specialize in the administration of NetApp storage solutions.

• Cloud Storage Engineers: Professionals working with cloud storage technologies, especially those leveraging NetApp Cloud Volumes ONTAP or hybrid cloud solutions.

• IT Professionals Seeking to Advance Their Skills: Anyone looking to expand their expertise in data storage and NetApp technologies, particularly for roles in data management and protection.

Prerequisites:

• Basic IT and Storage Knowledge: A general understanding of IT systems, networking, and storage concepts such as volumes, LUNs, and file systems.

• Experience with Storage Systems: Prior experience with storage management tools and concepts will be beneficial but not required.

• Completion of the NS0-003 Certification (Recommended): Although not mandatory, the NS0-003 certification or equivalent foundational knowledge of NetApp technologies can provide a solid base for this course.

Who this course is for:

• Storage Administrators
• NetApp Data Administrators
• Cloud Storage Engineers