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HQT-4180 Exam Topics and Domains
HQT-4180 is organized into 8 weighted domains. Expect to work with Hitachi Remote Ops, Ops Center suite, Back-end connectivity hardware, Controller modules, and more.
System Architecture & Components
VSP Midrange Storage Systems Models and Specifications
Describe the different VSP midrange storage systems models and their specifications
VSP Midrange Storage Systems Architecture
Describe the VSP midrange storage systems architecture
VSP Midrange Components and Functions
Describe the VSP midrange storage systems components and their functions
Back-End Architecture
Back-End Architecture of VSP Midrange Storage Systems
Describe the back-end architecture of VSP midrange storage systems
Back-End Hardware Components
Describe the back-end hardware components of VSP midrange storage systems
Drive Sparing Technology and RAID Concepts
Describe the VSP midrange storage systems drive sparing technology and RAID concepts
System Installation
VSP Midrange Storage Systems Documentation
Identify the VSP midrange storage systems documentation
New Installation Procedure
Describe the 'New Installation' procedure for VSP midrange storage systems and when it is appropriate to use
Installation and Initial Configuration Procedures
Describe the installation and initial configuration procedures for VSP midrange storage systems
Program Products Enablement
Describe how program products are enabled on VSP midrange storage systems
System Maintenance
Tools for Installation, Configuration, and Service
Describe how to use the tools provided by Hitachi Vantara to install, configure and service VSP midrange storage systems
Parts Replacement Procedures
Describe the parts-replacement procedures on VSP midrange storage systems
Problem Determination and Incident Resolution
Describe problem-determination and incident-resolution tools and techniques used when troubleshooting VSP midrange storage systems
Configuration Changes
Online Hardware Upgrades and Configuration Changes
Describe how to perform online hardware upgrades and configuration changes on VSP midrange storage systems
System Option Mode (SOM) Concepts
Describe the System Option Mode (SOM) concepts
Firmware Upgrades
Firmware Update Procedures
Describe how to perform firmware updates on VSP midrange storage systems
Remote Ops Monitoring
Hitachi Remote Ops Monitor Agent
Describe the Hitachi Remote Ops Monitor Agent for VSP Midrange storage systems
Storage Management Tools
Management Tools Identification and Usage
Identify the management tools of VSP midrange storage systems, describe their function and how to use them
Storage Provisioning Principles and Techniques
Describe storage provisioning principles and techniques for VSP midrange storage systems
Port Security and Storage Presentation
Describe port security concepts and how storage is presented to hosts on VSP midrange storage systems
How do I earn this certification?
Passing HQT-4180 earns the Hitachi Vantara Qualified Professional certification. It sits in the Installation and Support track.
- HQT-4160 - VSP 5000 Series Installation
- HQT-4230 - VSP One File Installation
- HQT-4420 - Content Platform Installation
- HCE-5700 - Hitachi Vantara Certified Expert - Block Storage Solutions Implementation
- HCE-5711 - Hitachi Vantara Certified Expert - Replication and Migration Solutions Implementation
- HQT-6230 - VSP One File Administration Expand from installation to administration skills
- HQT-6701 - Storage Performance Analysis with Ops Center Analyzer Add performance analysis and monitoring expertise
- HQT-6712 - Global-Active Device Management Specialize in high-availability and disaster recovery
- HQT-6713 - In-system Replication Management Expertise in data protection and replication
- HQT-6714 - Universal Replicator Management Advanced replication capabilities across sites
- HQT-6741 - Ops Center Administration Comprehensive management platform expertise
- HQT-6761 - Ops Center Automation Automation and orchestration skills
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-11-09
- VSP One Block Latest New training course (1290PI) added as alternative supporting material for HQT-4180; installation procedures updated • Release date: 2024-05-29
- QLC Flash Storage All-QLC Arrays New flash technology may appear in future exam updates; installation professionals should understand QLC characteristics • Release date: 2024-11-12
- Cyber Resilience Features VSP One 2025 Enhanced ransomware protection and cyber resilience features becoming central to VSP platform; may influence configuration topics • Release date: 2025-04-17
- Sustainability Guarantee FY2025 Energy monitoring and sustainability features may become part of installation and configuration best practices • Release date: 2025-04-17
Who should take this exam?
- Experience with enterprise storage systems
- Understanding of storage installation procedures
- Knowledge of RAID and SAN/NAS concepts
- Completion of supporting training course (1024PI or 1290PI)