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1Z0-902 Exam Topics and Domains
1Z0-902 is organized into 10 weighted domains. Expect to work with CellCLI, Exadata Storage Server, Oracle VM, ASM, and more.
Exadata Database Machine Architecture and Key Capabilities
Exadata Hardware Architecture
- Describe the 2 database server types available in X9M
- Identify the 3 storage server types and their uses
- Explain power distribution architecture
- Understand leaf and spine switch configuration
Exadata Software Architecture and Deployment Scenarios
- Describe Exadata software architecture components
- Explain different deployment scenarios
- Understand when to use each deployment type
RDMA and Client Network Architecture
- Describe RDMA technology and its benefits
- Explain client network architecture including multirack scenarios
- Understand secure fabric implementation
Diskgroup Failure Group Choices
- Explain the impact of various diskgroup failure group choices
- Understand redundancy options
- Select appropriate failure group configuration
Deployment Options: Virtualization and Bare Metal
- Describe the deployment options of Exadata including Virtualization and Bare Metal
- Compare virtualization vs. bare metal deployment
- Select appropriate deployment based on requirements
Exadata Database Machine Site and Implementation Planning (OECA&OEDA)
Oracle Exadata Configuration Assistant (OECA) and Deployment Assistant (OEDA)
- Describe the function of Oracle Exadata Configuration Assistant
- Describe the function of Oracle Exadata Deployment Assistant
- Understand when to use each tool
Designing Exadata with Oracle ZFS Storage
Design an Exadata Database Machine with Oracle ZFS Storage in a single rack using OECA
Virtual Deployment Configuration
Configure Exadata Database virtual deployment using Oracle Exadata Deployment Assistant
Adding Database Servers
Add additional database server to a physical Exadata Database Machine using OEDA
Physical Site Requirements and Safety
- Describe physical site requirements for implementing Exadata
- Understand safety best practices
- Plan for cooling, power, and space requirements
Installation and Configuration Using OEDA
Install and configure Oracle Exadata using Oracle Exadata Deployment Assistant
Exadata Database Machine Installation
Database Server SP Port (ILOM) Configuration
Configure Exadata Database Server SP port (ILOM)
Rack Receiving Procedures
Describe the procedure for receiving the rack on site
Power Cable Reconfiguration
Reconfigure the Exadata Database Machine to use a single power cable
Storage Server Firmware Verification
Verify the firmware of an Exadata Storage Server
Automatic Service Request (ASR) Setup
Set up Automatic Service Request (ASR) on the Exadata Database Machine
Exadata Database Machine Integration
Network Integration Options
Describe the network integration options of Exadata Database Machine
Database Server Connectivity
Connect Exadata Database Server in various scenarios, including client and backup networks
Exadata Database Machine Configuration and Administration
ASM Disk Groups Configuration
Create and configure Automatic Storage Management disk groups using Exadata
Exadata Administration Tools
- Configure Exadata software and resources using CellCLI or other tools
- Use the CellCLI, ExaCLI, DCLI and ExaDCLI Exadata administration tools in various situations
ACFS Filesystem Configuration
Create an ACFS Filesystem for use with external tables
Backup and Recovery
Back up the Exadata Database Machine and databases on Exadata
Flash Cache Write Back
Enable Flash Cache Write Back
Virtual Machine Management
Start and restart an Exadata Virtual Machine
Exadata Database Machine Security
Storage Security Configuration
Configure Exadata security including storage, secure boot, cellwall, AIDE, ASM Scoped Security, Database Scoped Security, and FIPS secure filesystem
REST API Access Control
Implement Access Control for REST API
Exadata Database Machine Troubleshooting
Storage Cell Recovery
Recover Storage Cell from disk failure
Network Troubleshooting
Use Exadata Software to troubleshoot client network disconnect
Exadata Database Machine Monitoring
Database Server Monitoring
- Describe the monitoring recommendations for Exadata Database Machine database servers
- Use Cloud Control or DBMCLI to monitor Exadata Database Machine Database Servers
Storage Server and Network Monitoring
Monitor Exadata Storage Server and Network using Command line or Cloud control
Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Architecture
Describe the Enterprise Manager cloud Control architecture as it specifically applies to Exadata Database Machine
Enterprise Manager Discovery
Use Enterprise Manager to discover Exadata Database Machine
Automatic Service Request (ASR)
Describe the Auto Service Request (ASR) function and how it relates to Exadata Database Machine
Oracle Configuration Manager (OCM)
Describe Oracle Configuration Manager (OCM) and how it relates to Exadata Database Machine
Exadata Database Machine Updates
Software Maintenance
Describe how software is maintained on different Database Machine components
Zero-Downtime Updates
Use Exadata Software to deploy an update to an Exadata Database Machine without downtime
Patchmgr Usage
Use patchmgr to update a single storage server
Exadata Database Maintenance Tasks
Power Management
Power Database Machine on and off
Storage Server Shutdown
Safely shut down a single Exadata Storage Server
Physical Disk Replacement
Replace a damaged physical disk on a cell
Flash Card Replacement
Replace a damaged flash card on a cell
Storage Expansion
Add additional storage to Exadata Database Servers
Cell Software Rescue
Use the Exadata Cell Software Rescue Procedure
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1Z0-902 earns the Oracle Exadata Database Machine X9M Certified Implementation Specialist certification. It sits in the Oracle Engineered Systems track.
- 1Z0-1093-23 - Oracle Base Database Services 2023 Professional Advanced database administration and cloud integration
- 1Z0-071 - Oracle Database SQLFoundation for advanced Oracle Database certifications
- 1Z0-082 - Oracle Database Administration ICore database administration skills complementary to Exadata
- 1Z0-083 - Oracle Database Administration IIAdvanced database administration for Oracle environments
- 1Z0-1093-23 - Oracle Base Database Services 2023 Professional Cloud-based database services and Exadata Cloud Service
- 1Z0-997 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2019 Architect Professional Cloud infrastructure for Exadata Cloud deployments
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024
- Announcement date: 2021-09-28
- Oracle Exadata X9M X9M-2 and X9M-8 Current exam focuses on X9M platform features and capabilities • Release date: 2021-09-28
- Oracle Exadata Cloud Infrastructure X9M X9M Cloud Exam covers both on-premises and cloud deployment scenarios • Release date: 2022
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Database Administrators and System Administrators.
- Experience or exposure to Oracle Engineered Systems technology
- Understanding of Oracle Database administration
- Familiarity with ASM and Grid Infrastructure
- Knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration
- Network configuration experience