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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Veritas
Exam Format
90 min
70-80
65%
Specialist
Registration
$225 USD
Veritas LearnCentral Portal or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
3 years
Pass any current VCS exam; Pass a higher-level Veritas certification exam; Complete required continuing education credits
VCS-272 Exam Topics and Domains
VCS-272 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with NetBackup Activity Monitor, NetBackup Administration Console, NetBackup Media Management, Bare Metal Restore Option, and more.
1
NetBackup Features and Architecture
15-20%
NetBackup Product Features and Options
Transport Modes and Advanced File System Backup MethodsBare Metal Restore (BMR)NetBackup VaultEnterprise Client and SAN Client
- Describe NetBackup product features and options
- Identify appropriate transport modes for different scenarios
- Configure advanced backup methods
OpsCenter and Reporting
OpsCenter Integration
- Configure OpsCenter connection
- Generate and interpret reports
- Monitor backup environment health
Database and Virtual Machine Protection
Database AgentsVirtual Machine Protection
- Configure database protection
- Implement virtual machine backups
- Perform application-aware restores
Deduplication Technologies
Media Server DeduplicationClient-Side DeduplicationOpenStorage Technology (OST)
- Configure media server deduplication
- Implement client-side deduplication
- Integrate OpenStorage devices
Advanced Features
NetBackup AcceleratorStorage Lifecycle Policies (SLP)Replication DirectorNetBackup Access Control (NBAC)
- Configure NetBackup Accelerator
- Create and manage Storage Lifecycle Policies
- Implement Replication Director
- Configure NetBackup Access Control
2
Core Configuration
25-30%
Device and Storage Configuration
Configure Core ComponentsStorage Servers and Disk PoolsDeduplication Configuration
- Configure devices and storage units
- Create and manage disk pools
- Set up deduplication
Backup Policy Configuration
Policy Attributes and SchedulesClient and Backup Selection ListsStorage Lifecycle Policies Configuration
- Create backup policies
- Configure schedules
- Set up backup selections
- Create Storage Lifecycle Policies
Advanced Configuration
Media ID Generation and Bar Code RulesAdvanced Storage Unit Attributes
- Configure media ID generation
- Set up bar code rules
- Configure advanced storage unit attributes
3
Operations and Monitoring
20-25%
Backup and Restore Operations
Run and Monitor BackupsDuplications and Restores
- Run manual backups
- Monitor backup jobs
- Perform restore operations
- Configure duplications
Daily Monitoring and Maintenance
Monitor Daily Activity and AvailabilityAnalyze Reports and Activity Logs
- Monitor daily NetBackup activity
- Analyze reports and logs
- Identify potential issues
Media and Disk Management
Verify Tape Drive OperationMaintain Media Rotation and AvailabilityManage and Maintain Disk Storage Devices
- Verify tape operations
- Manage media rotation
- Maintain disk storage
4
Administration and Maintenance
15-20%
Catalog Management
NetBackup Catalog Backup ConfigurationBasic Catalog Recovery
- Configure catalog backups
- Perform catalog recovery
- Maintain catalog integrity
Performance Tuning
Basic Tuning Using Host PropertiesAdministration Console Settings
- Configure host properties for performance
- Optimize NetBackup settings
- Manage console settings
Administrative Commands and Updates
Execute NetBackup Administrative CommandsAccess and Install NetBackup Release Updates
- Execute NetBackup commands
- Install updates and patches
- Verify installations
5
Troubleshooting and Support
10-15%
Diagnosing NetBackup Issues
Diagnose Basic NetBackup IssuesTroubleshoot Common Problems
- Diagnose NetBackup issues
- Interpret status codes
- Troubleshoot common problems
Support Resources
Access NetBackup DocumentationUse Online Knowledge Base
- Access NetBackup documentation
- Use the Knowledge Base
- Find support resources
How do I earn this certification?
Passing VCS-272 earns the Veritas Certified Specialist certification. It sits in the Data Protection track.
Current Level Exams
- VCS-272 - Administration of Veritas NetBackup 7.6.1
- VCS-273 - Administration of Veritas NetBackup 7.6.1 and NetBackup Appliances 2.6.1 Includes appliance administration
Alternative Paths
- VCS-256 - Administration of Veritas Storage Foundation 6.0 for Unix Complementary storage management skills
- VCS-261 - Administration of Veritas InfoScale Storage 7.3 for Unix/LinuxModern storage infrastructure management
- VCS-413 - Administration of Veritas eDiscovery Platform 8.2 for AdministratorsData governance and compliance focus
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for VCS-272.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- RETIRED
- Last content update: 2014-06-01
- Announcement date: 2014-01-15
Updates
- Web UI Administration Not covered in VCS-272 (7.6.1 exam)
- Cloud Storage Integration Basic cloud concepts may be covered in VCS-272
- Container Protection (Kubernetes) Not covered in VCS-272
- Malware Detection Not covered in VCS-272
- Protection Plans Not covered in VCS-272
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Customers in an administrative role covering configuration, product administration, day-to-day monitoring, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of NetBackup 7.6.1 environments.
- 6-12 months experience administering NetBackup 7.6.1
- Experience working in Technical Support or as a NetBackup Administrator
- Completion of 'Administration of Veritas NetBackup 7.6.1' training course