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Exam Information
Official specifications published by NetApp
Exam Format
90 min
60
Not publicly disclosed
Professional
Registration
$200 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
24 months
Retake and pass the same exam before expiration; Achieve a higher-level NetApp certification; Complete continuing education credits (if available)
NS0-183 Exam Topics and Domains
NS0-183 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with ONTAP, System Manager, AutoSupport, Active IQ, and more.
1
Basic Installation Topics and Tools
17%
Installation Preparation Tools and Documentation
Pre-installation DocumentationPhysical Site Preparation
- Identify tools and documentation needed for preparing ONTAP cluster installations
- Verify site readiness for NetApp storage installation
- Use NetApp tools to validate hardware and software compatibility
Physical Cabling of ONTAP Nodes
Network CablingStorage Cabling
- Demonstrate knowledge of physical cabling for ONTAP nodes
- Configure cluster interconnect and data network cabling
- Implement redundant storage cabling for high availability
2
ONTAP Concepts
17%
Updating ONTAP
ONTAP Update ProceduresFirmware and Software Management
- Demonstrate ability to update ONTAP software
- Perform pre-upgrade validation checks
- Execute non-disruptive upgrades
ONTAP Cluster Controller Components
Hardware ComponentsLogical Components
- Identify ONTAP cluster controller components
- Understand physical and logical architecture
- Configure high availability features
Creating Aggregates
Aggregate Design and CreationAggregate Management
- Demonstrate ability to create aggregates
- Select appropriate RAID configurations
- Manage aggregate capacity and performance
Installation or Expansion of ONTAP Cluster
New Cluster InstallationCluster Expansion
- Install new ONTAP clusters
- Expand existing clusters
- Perform post-installation validation
3
ONTAP Networking
17%
Configuring ONTAP System Networking
Network Ports and Broadcast DomainsLogical Interfaces (LIFs)
- Configure ONTAP system networking components
- Create and manage broadcast domains and IPspaces
- Configure and manage LIFs with appropriate policies
Network Types Used with ONTAP Clusters
Cluster NetworkManagement and Data Networks
- Identify different network types in ONTAP
- Configure cluster, management, and data networks
- Implement network separation and security
4
ONTAP Switches
17%
Cabling of a Switched Cluster
Cluster Switch CablingSwitchless to Switched Migration
- Demonstrate knowledge of cabling switched clusters
- Configure cluster switches for ONTAP
- Migrate from switchless to switched configurations
Software Needed for Cluster Switch Configuration
Reference Configuration Files (RCFs)Switch Firmware and Monitoring
- Identify software needed for cluster switch configuration
- Apply RCFs to cluster switches
- Monitor cluster switch health and performance
5
ONTAP Configuration
16%
Adding or Removing Nodes in ONTAP Cluster
Adding NodesRemoving Nodes
- Add nodes to ONTAP clusters
- Remove nodes from ONTAP clusters
- Manage cluster membership and quorum
Setting Up Cluster Peering
Cluster and SVM PeeringPeering for Data Protection
- Set up cluster peering relationships
- Configure SVM peering for data protection
- Troubleshoot peering connectivity issues
Implementing Security Hardening
Access Control and AuthenticationEncryption and Protocol Security
- Implement security hardening for ONTAP
- Configure RBAC and authentication
- Enable encryption and secure protocols
Support Resources for Troubleshooting ONTAP Installations
Support Tools and ResourcesDiagnostic and Troubleshooting Commands
- Identify support resources for troubleshooting
- Use AutoSupport and Active IQ
- Run diagnostic commands for troubleshooting
6
Customer Handoff
16%
Tools Available to Review an Installation
Installation Validation ToolsDocumentation Review
- Use tools to review and validate installations
- Run Config Advisor and health checks
- Document installation configurations
Handover of New ONTAP Cluster Installation to Customer
Customer Training and Knowledge TransferFinal Acceptance and Sign-off
- Perform effective customer handoff
- Provide knowledge transfer and training
- Obtain installation acceptance and sign-off
Creating Documentation
Installation DocumentationOperational Documentation
- Create comprehensive installation documentation
- Develop operational procedures documentation
- Maintain accurate configuration records
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NS0-183 earns the NetApp Certified Storage Installation Engineer (NCSIE), ONTAP certification. It sits in the Storage Installation track.
Next Level Options
- NS0-528 - NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - Data Protection SpecialistAdvanced data protection implementation skills
- NS0-521 - NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - SAN Specialist, ONTAPSpecialized SAN implementation expertise
- NS0-014 - NetApp Certified Implementation Engineer - MetroCluster SpecialistAdvanced MetroCluster configuration and management
Alternative Paths
- NS0-194 - NetApp Certified Support EngineerComplementary troubleshooting and support skills for installed systems
- NS0-593 - NetApp Certified Support Engineer - ONTAP SpecialistSpecialized ONTAP support expertise, automatically renews NCSE certification
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: Not publicly disclosed
Updates
- ONTAP 9.17.1 9.17.1 New AFX system features and AI-powered ransomware protection may appear in future exam updates • Release date: 2025
- Cluster Switch Health Monitor (CSHM) Current Core topic in Domain 4 - ONTAP Switches
- Config Advisor Latest Critical tool for Domain 6 - Customer Handoff
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Storage installation engineers and NetApp field engineers.
- NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) certification
- 6-12 months of experience with NetApp ONTAP solutions
- Experience setting up, configuring, installing, testing, and troubleshooting NetApp storage systems