Data Storage Fundamentals with IBM Storage Scale
This course is intended for IT professionals tasked with administering an IBM Storage Scale storage cluster in environments running Linux and AIX nodes. The course includes information on installing, configuring, and monitoring an IBM Storage Scale cluster. Many Storage Scale features are described in lecture materials and then implemented in lab exercises. These features include: Storage management, high availability options, cluster management, and information lifecycle management (ILM) tools.
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This course is intended for IT professionals tasked with administering an IBM Storage Scale storage cluster in environments running Linux and AIX nodes. The course includes information on installing, configuring, and monitoring an IBM Storage Scale cluster. Many Storage Scale features are described in lecture materials and then implemented in lab exercises. These features include: Storage management, high availability options, cluster management, and information lifecycle management (ILM) tools.
This course is intended for IT professionals tasked with administering an IBM Storage Scale storage cluster in environments running Linux and AIX nodes. The course includes information on installing, configuring, and monitoring an IBM Storage Scale cluster. Many Storage Scale features are described in lecture materials and then implemented in lab exercises. These features include: Storage management, high availability options, cluster management, and information lifecycle management (ILM) tools.
Upon completion of this course, you will earn an IBM digital badge that recognizes your skills and knowledge in this area.
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Unit 5: High Availability and cluster data backups
Unit 1: Introduction and IBM Storage Scale overview
Unit one is an introduction to the architecture, history and components of IBM Storage Scale. In this unit, you will complete seven videos, one quiz, and one lab exercise.
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Revise Linux commands
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Enhance your understanding of Linux commands, which are crucial for managing IBM Storage Scale clusters.
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Review the course materials on Linux commands.
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Practice using Linux commands on a test server or virtual machine.
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Complete the practice exercises provided in the course.
Implement AIX commands
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Strengthen your proficiency in AIX commands, which are essential for managing IBM Storage Scale clusters in AIX environments.
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Review the course materials on AIX commands.
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Practice using AIX commands on a test server or virtual machine.
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Complete the practice exercises provided in the course.
Explore IBM Knowledge Center for Storage Scale
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Deepen your understanding of IBM Storage Scale's features and capabilities by exploring the comprehensive documentation available on the IBM Knowledge Center.
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Visit the IBM Knowledge Center for Storage Scale.
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Review the available documentation on Storage Scale features.
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Search for specific topics or issues you are interested in.
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Join a Study Group for IBM Storage Scale
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Enhance your learning experience by joining a study group where you can collaborate with peers, exchange ideas, and reinforce your understanding of IBM Storage Scale concepts and practices.
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Find or create a study group with other students enrolled in this course.
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Meet regularly to discuss course materials, share insights, and work on assignments together.
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Provide support and encouragement to other members of the group.
Attend an IBM Storage Scale Workshop
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Gain hands-on experience and expert insights by attending an IBM Storage Scale workshop, where you can learn from experienced professionals and engage in practical exercises.
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Search for upcoming IBM Storage Scale workshops in your area.
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Register for a workshop that aligns with your interests and skill level.
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Attend the workshop and actively participate in the activities.
Develop an IBM Storage Scale Deployment Plan
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Solidify your understanding of IBM Storage Scale deployment by creating a comprehensive plan that outlines the steps, considerations, and best practices involved in deploying and managing an IBM Storage Scale cluster.
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Gather requirements and define the scope of your IBM Storage Scale deployment.
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Design the architecture of your IBM Storage Scale cluster.
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Plan for data protection, high availability, and disaster recovery.
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Develop a deployment timeline and budget.
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Write a detailed deployment plan document.
Configure an IBM Storage Scale Cluster for High Availability
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Demonstrate your proficiency in configuring IBM Storage Scale for high availability by setting up a cluster that ensures continuous data access and minimizes downtime.
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Design a high availability configuration for your IBM Storage Scale cluster.
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Configure the cluster nodes and network settings.
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Implement data replication and failover mechanisms.
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Test the high availability configuration and verify its functionality.
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Document the configuration and procedures for managing high availability.
Revise Linux commands
Show steps
Enhance your understanding of Linux commands, which are crucial for managing IBM Storage Scale clusters.
Browse courses on
Linux
Show steps
- Review the course materials on Linux commands.
- Practice using Linux commands on a test server or virtual machine.
- Complete the practice exercises provided in the course.
Implement AIX commands
Show steps
Strengthen your proficiency in AIX commands, which are essential for managing IBM Storage Scale clusters in AIX environments.
Show steps
- Review the course materials on AIX commands.
- Practice using AIX commands on a test server or virtual machine.
- Complete the practice exercises provided in the course.
Explore IBM Knowledge Center for Storage Scale
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of IBM Storage Scale's features and capabilities by exploring the comprehensive documentation available on the IBM Knowledge Center.
Show steps
- Visit the IBM Knowledge Center for Storage Scale.
- Review the available documentation on Storage Scale features.
- Search for specific topics or issues you are interested in.
Join a Study Group for IBM Storage Scale
Show steps
Enhance your learning experience by joining a study group where you can collaborate with peers, exchange ideas, and reinforce your understanding of IBM Storage Scale concepts and practices.
Show steps
- Find or create a study group with other students enrolled in this course.
- Meet regularly to discuss course materials, share insights, and work on assignments together.
- Provide support and encouragement to other members of the group.
Attend an IBM Storage Scale Workshop
Show steps
Gain hands-on experience and expert insights by attending an IBM Storage Scale workshop, where you can learn from experienced professionals and engage in practical exercises.
Show steps
- Search for upcoming IBM Storage Scale workshops in your area.
- Register for a workshop that aligns with your interests and skill level.
- Attend the workshop and actively participate in the activities.
Develop an IBM Storage Scale Deployment Plan
Show steps
Solidify your understanding of IBM Storage Scale deployment by creating a comprehensive plan that outlines the steps, considerations, and best practices involved in deploying and managing an IBM Storage Scale cluster.
Show steps
- Gather requirements and define the scope of your IBM Storage Scale deployment.
- Design the architecture of your IBM Storage Scale cluster.
- Plan for data protection, high availability, and disaster recovery.
- Develop a deployment timeline and budget.
- Write a detailed deployment plan document.
Configure an IBM Storage Scale Cluster for High Availability
Show steps
Demonstrate your proficiency in configuring IBM Storage Scale for high availability by setting up a cluster that ensures continuous data access and minimizes downtime.
Show steps
- Design a high availability configuration for your IBM Storage Scale cluster.
- Configure the cluster nodes and network settings.
- Implement data replication and failover mechanisms.
- Test the high availability configuration and verify its functionality.
- Document the configuration and procedures for managing high availability.
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