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IBM Storage Scale Administration

Upendra Rajan

This course is intended for IT professionals tasked with administering a Storage Scale cluster consisting of Linux nodes.

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This course is intended for IT professionals tasked with administering a Storage Scale cluster consisting of Linux nodes.

We will discuss the Storage Scale installer toolkit, installer GUI, cluster upgrade scenarios, cluster health monitoring, cluster performance data collection and monitoring, management GUI, file system encryption, cluster security, and call home features. Many of the features are described in lecture materials and implemented in lab exercises.

Upon completion of this course, you will earn a digital badge that recognizes your skills and knowledge in this area.

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Syllabus

Introduction
Welcome to IBM Storage Scale: Advanced Administration. Please complete the reading and video to understand the purpose and audience for this course.
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Unit 1: Advanced installation techniques
In unit one, you'll explore advanced installation techniques of IBM Storage Scale. You'll complete three videos, one quiz, and one lab exercise.
Unit 2: Upgrading a cluster
Now that you have covered installation, it's time to become familiar with upgrading a cluster. Watch the five videos of this unit then complete the lab exercise and quiz.
Unit 3: Monitoring cluster health
We are sticking with clusters in unit three, but now it's all about cluster health. Through the next three videos, you'll explore the different ways that you can monitor the cluster health. Once you feel comfortable with the information, complete the quiz.
Unit 4: Performance monitoring and tuning
Cluster health isn't the only thing you can monitor. In unit four, we are exploring performance monitoring and tuning. To complete the unit, watch both videos, pass the quiz, and complete the lab exercise.
Unit 5: Cluster and data security
In unit 5, we are exploring data security and the measures you can take. This unit is broken up over four videos, one quiz, and one lab exercise.
Unit 6: Storage Scale Call Home
The last unit is all about the Call Home feature of Storage Scale. Complete the videos, take the quiz, and explore the lab exercise.
Final quiz
To pass the course, you must receive a passing grade of 80% or higher on the final quiz. The quiz covers information from all units and videos.

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Suitable for IT professionals managing Linux-based Storage Scale clusters
Provides advanced installation techniques for more complex deployment scenarios
Develops skills for upgrading and maintaining Storage Scale clusters
Covers essential aspects of cluster health monitoring for proactive maintenance
Enhances understanding of performance monitoring and tuning for optimizing cluster performance
Provides insights into Storage Scale security measures for protecting data and cluster access

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in IBM Storage Scale Administration with these activities:
Review Linux command-line basics
Strengthen foundational skills by reviewing Linux command-line concepts.
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  • Go through online tutorials or documentation.
  • Practice using basic commands in a Linux terminal.
Participate in an online forum
Interact with other students to discuss course concepts and share perspectives.
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  • Find a relevant discussion forum.
  • Post a question or a comment.
  • Respond to other learners' posts.
Review concepts introduced in videos
Reinforce understanding of concepts discussed in previous lectures and videos.
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  • Go back to a previous unit video.
  • Complete one of the practice questions on the concept.
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Organize course notes and materials
Keep track of important course information by organizing notes and materials effectively.
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  • Create a system for organizing notes.
  • Review notes regularly.
Explore advanced topics in Storage Scale documentation
Gain a deeper understanding of advanced topics and features by exploring official documentation.
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  • Identify a specific topic to explore.
  • Locate the relevant documentation section.
  • Read and understand the technical information provided.
Record a video summary of a lecture
Deepen understanding of a particular lecture by creating a concise video summary.
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  • Choose a lecture to summarize.
  • Record a video of yourself explaining the key points.
  • Edit and finalize the video.
Create a Storage Scale cluster diagram
Develop a visual representation of a Storage Scale cluster to enhance understanding of its architecture and components.
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  • Identify the key components of a Storage Scale cluster.
  • Choose a diagramming tool or software.
  • Create a visual representation of the cluster.

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Intermediate
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Institution
IBM
Instructor
Upendra Rajan
Session
August 5, 2024 - September 2, 2024
Language
English
Good to know
Suitable for IT professionals managing Linux-based Storage Scale clusters
Provides advanced installation techniques for more complex deployment scenarios
Develops skills for upgrading and maintaining Storage Scale clusters
Covers essential aspects of cluster health monitoring for proactive maintenance
Enhances understanding of performance monitoring and tuning for optimizing cluster performance
Provides insights into Storage Scale security measures for protecting data and cluster access
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