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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Huawei
Exam Format
90 min
60-70
600
Associate
Registration
$200 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass the current version of H13-611 exam; Pass any higher-level Huawei certification (HCIP-Storage or HCIE-Storage); Complete Huawei continuing education credits
H13-611 Exam Topics and Domains
H13-611 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with OceanStor Pacific series, Huawei DeviceManager, OceanStor 5000 series, OceanStor 6000 series, and more.
1
Storage Technology Trends
5%
Evolution and Future of Storage Technology
Storage Technology EvolutionStorage Technologies for AI and Big DataCloud Storage Trends
- Understand the evolution of storage technology from traditional to modern architectures
- Identify storage requirements for AI, big data, and cloud environments
- Recognize emerging trends in storage technology
2
Basic Storage Technologies
50%
Storage Media and Hardware
HDD TechnologySSD TechnologyStorage Controllers and Cache
- Explain the working principles of HDD and SSD storage media
- Compare performance characteristics of different storage media types
- Understand the role of controllers and cache in storage systems
RAID Technology and Data Protection
RAID FundamentalsRAID Levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10)RAID Rebuild and Performance
- Master RAID technology principles and different RAID levels
- Calculate usable capacity and performance for various RAID configurations
- Evaluate RAID levels for specific use cases based on redundancy, performance, and capacity requirements
Storage Architectures (Block, File, Object)
Block StorageFile StorageObject Storage
- Analyze the differences between block, file, and object storage architectures
- Select appropriate storage type based on application requirements
- Understand the characteristics and use cases for each storage type
Storage Protocols and Connectivity
Fibre Channel (FC) ProtocoliSCSI ProtocolNFS ProtocolCIFS/SMB ProtocolFCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
- Master common storage protocols including FC, iSCSI, NFS, and CIFS/SMB
- Configure and troubleshoot storage protocol connectivity
- Select appropriate protocol based on requirements and infrastructure
Storage Network Architecture
SAN (Storage Area Network) ArchitectureNAS (Network Attached Storage) ArchitectureDAS (Direct Attached Storage)
- Understand SAN, NAS, and DAS network architectures
- Design and implement storage network topologies
- Select appropriate storage network architecture for specific requirements
Storage Resource Tuning and Optimization
Storage TieringThin ProvisioningDeduplication and CompressionQoS (Quality of Service) for Storage
- Master storage resource optimization techniques including tiering, thin provisioning, and deduplication
- Configure QoS policies to manage storage performance
- Optimize storage efficiency and reduce costs
Storage Data Protection Technologies
Snapshot TechnologyReplication TechnologyBackup and Recovery StrategiesDisaster Recovery (DR) Planning
- Implement snapshot, replication, and backup technologies for data protection
- Design disaster recovery strategies aligned with business requirements
- Configure and test data protection and recovery procedures
3
Huawei Intelligent Storage Products and Features
35%
Huawei OceanStor Product Portfolio
OceanStor Dorado All-Flash StorageOceanStor Hybrid StorageOceanStor Backup and ArchiveOceanStor Object Storage
- Understand the positioning and characteristics of different OceanStor product series
- Select appropriate OceanStor products based on workload requirements
- Differentiate between Dorado, hybrid, backup, and object storage offerings
Huawei Storage Intelligent Features
SmartTier Intelligent TieringSmartDedupe and SmartCompressionSmartCache and SmartPartitionSmartQoS and SmartMulti-TenantSmartVirtualization and HyperMetro
- Master Huawei intelligent storage features including SmartTier, SmartDedupe, and SmartCache
- Configure advanced features for performance optimization and resource management
- Implement SmartQoS and multi-tenant capabilities for workload isolation
OceanStor Storage Deployment and Configuration
Storage System InitializationStorage Pool and LUN ManagementHost and Host Group ManagementFile System and Share Configuration
- Perform initial deployment and configuration of OceanStor storage systems
- Create and manage storage pools, LUNs, and file systems
- Configure host connectivity and access control
OceanStor Data Protection Features
Snapshot and Clone ManagementLocal and Remote ReplicationNDMP Backup Integration
- Implement data protection using snapshots, clones, and replication
- Configure local and remote replication for disaster recovery
- Integrate OceanStor storage with backup solutions
4
Storage System O&M Management
10%
Storage System Monitoring
Performance MonitoringCapacity MonitoringHealth and Alert Monitoring
- Monitor storage system performance, capacity, and health
- Configure alerts and notifications for proactive management
- Analyze trends and identify potential issues before they impact operations
Storage System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Firmware and Software UpdatesHardware MaintenanceTroubleshooting Common Issues
- Perform routine maintenance on storage systems
- Troubleshoot common storage issues using logs and diagnostics
- Execute hardware replacement and firmware upgrade procedures
Storage Security and Access Control
User and Role ManagementData Security Features
- Implement user management and role-based access control
- Configure security features including encryption and secure protocols
- Monitor and audit storage system access
Storage Management Tools and Interfaces
DeviceManager Management InterfaceCLI (Command Line Interface) ManagementSNMP and Syslog Integration
- Use DeviceManager GUI for storage management and monitoring
- Execute CLI commands for configuration and troubleshooting
- Integrate storage systems with SNMP and syslog for centralized monitoring
How do I earn this certification?
Passing H13-611 earns the HCIA-Storage certification. It sits in the Storage track.
Current Level Exams
H13-611_V5.0 - HCIA-Storage V5.0 Foundation certification for Huawei storage technologies
Next Level Options
- H13-624_V5.0 - HCIP-Storage-CCSS V5.0 Advanced certification focusing on cloud storage solutions
- H13-625_V5.0 - HCIP-Storage-CDPS V5.0 Advanced certification focusing on data protection and backup
- H13-629_V5.0 - HCIE-Storage V5.0 (Written) Expert-level written exam for storage architects • Also requires lab exam
Alternative Paths
- H13-211_V3.0 - HCIA-Cloud Computing V3.0 Complementary cloud infrastructure skills for hybrid environments
- H13-231_V1.0 - HCIA-Datacom V1.0Networking skills essential for SAN and NAS architectures
- H13-111_V3.0 - HCIA-Server V3.0 Server infrastructure knowledge for integrated data center solutions
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023
Updates
- OceanStor Dorado All-Flash Storage V6 Core product in HCIA-Storage V5.0 exam, represents 35% Huawei products domain • Release date: 2023
- SmartTier Intelligent Tiering Key intelligent feature tested in exam, part of resource optimization topics
- HyperMetro Active-Active DR Advanced data protection feature covered in SmartVirtualization topics
- OceanStor Pacific Object Storage Object storage and backup/archive solution covered in product portfolio topics
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Storage engineers and Data center engineers.
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure
- Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP)
- Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows/Linux)
- Understanding of basic storage concepts