This test will validate that the successful candidate has knowledge and skills in implementing Hitachi Data Systems File Services - Hitachi Content Platform solutions.
The test covers the Hitachi Content Platform models 300 and 500 hardware and related software products. This includes thorough understanding of installation, configuration and deployment procedures. The test also covers the tools and techniques related to supporting Hitachi Content Platform solutions.
Audience: Hitachi Data Systems partners and employees. Implementers should have strong knowledge and skills in using and deploying the HDS hardware and software products involved in Hitachi Content Platform solutions implementations. As system integrators, they can provide pre- and post-installation support services and have thorough knowledge of problem determination and incident resolution tools and techniques. They also have knowledge of file oriented network concepts and interoperability.
Requirement: HDS Certified Professional credential.
To earn the Hitachi Certified Implementer, a candidate must pass the
Hitachi Data Systems Storage Foundation certification exam in addition
to passing this exam.
Passing score: 66%
Test questions: 60
Test duration: 60 minutes; 90 minutes for non-English speaking countries
Cost: US$200 in North America, US$225 outside of North America (or equivalent in local currency).
Exam Registration Instructions
The exam is available to take at most Prometric testing centers worldwide. For more information on test centers and to register for Hitachi Data Systems exams, please visit http://www.prometric.com/hitachi.
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform architecture |
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| List the Hitachi Content Platform solution components and describe their function. |
| Describe the connectivity features of the Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Given a scenario, describe the capabilities of the Hitachi Content Platform as they relate to the customer environment. |
| Describe the solution architecture of the Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform pre-installation |
| Identify customer network requirements prior to a Hitachi Content Platform solution implementation. |
| Describe access protocols as used by the Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Describe how to integrate a Hitachi Content Platform solution with authentication services. |
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform installation and setup |
| Describe how to configure the internal RAID controller and the virtual disks on a Hitachi Content Platform 300. |
| Describe how to configure LUNs for the Hitachi Content Platform models 500 and 500XL. |
| Describe how to configure the initiators for accessing a SAN via Hitachi Content Platform models 500 and 500XL. |
| Describe how to configure a SAN in Hitachi Content Platform 500 and 500XL environments. |
| Describe how to configure a VMware environment for use with the Hitachi Content Platform VM. |
| Describe the Hitachi Content Platform installation procedure. |
| Given a scenario, describe best practices relating to the initial configuration process of a Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Given a scenario, configure the Hitachi Content Platform software for customer use. |
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform advanced features |
| Describe replication concepts and principles between Hitachi Content Platforms. |
| Given a scenario, demonstrate understanding of the Hitachi Content Platform replication configuration, operation and management. |
| Given a scenario, demonstrate understanding of the Hitachi Content Platform Service Plan configuration, operation and management. |
| Demonstrate understanding of the Hitachi Content Platform Autonomic Tech Refresh configuration and operation. |
| Given a scenario, configure Virtual Network Management on the Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Given a scenario, demonstrate how to use the Metadata Query Engine in a Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform system management |
| Given a scenario, describe how services and policies help keep a Hitachi Content Platform optimized for best performance. |
| Given a scenario, describe how to manage object retention in a Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Given a scenario, describe administrative roles in a Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Describe the data access privileges of the Hitachi Content Platform Tenants and Namespaces. |
| Given a scenario, describe how customers can leverage the Hitachi Content Platform reporting and chargeback features. |
| Describe how to integrate a Hitachi Content Platform into an Active Directory environment. |
| Exam Topic: Hitachi Content Platform service, maintenance and troubleshooting |
| Identify documentation and tools provided by Hitachi Data Systems for installing, configuring and servicing a Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Describe the Hitachi Content Platform firmware update procedures. |
| Describe the Hitachi Content Platform software update procedures. |
| Describe how to add nodes and storage to an existing Hitachi Content Platform. |
| Given a scenario, collect data from a Hitachi Content Platform for troubleshooting and problem escalation purposes. |
| Demonstrate understanding of servicing, troubleshooting and maintenance procedures as they apply to Hitachi Content Platforms. |
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