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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Veritas
Exam Format
105 min
80-90
65%
Specialist
Registration
$200 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
3 years
Pass the current version of the VCS-285 exam; Pass any newer Veritas NetBackup administrator certification; Earn Veritas Certified Professional (VCP) certification
VCS-285 Exam Topics and Domains
VCS-285 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with NetBackup catalog, Image database, Storage device management, AdvancedDisk (MSDP), and more.
1
Configure NetBackup 10.x and NetBackup Appliances 5.x
Configure master/media/client settings
Master server configurationMedia server setup and managementClient configuration and attributes
- Configure and manage master server settings to optimize backup operations
- Set up and maintain media servers for distributed backup environments
- Install and configure NetBackup clients across multiple platforms
Configure disk and cloud storage
Disk storage unit configurationCloud storage integration
- Configure disk-based storage units for NetBackup backups
- Integrate cloud storage providers into NetBackup infrastructure
- Optimize storage configurations for performance and cost
Configure backup policies and protection plans
Policy creation and configurationSchedule types and attributesRetention levels and management
- Create and configure backup policies for various workload types
- Design effective backup schedules with appropriate retention
- Manage backup job execution and prioritization
Configure deduplication options
Deduplication storage configurationClient-side vs media server deduplication
- Configure and manage deduplication storage pools
- Optimize deduplication strategies for different environments
- Monitor and troubleshoot deduplication performance
Catalog backup and appliance configuration
Catalog backup configurationNetBackup Appliance configuration
- Implement robust catalog backup strategies
- Configure and manage NetBackup Appliances 5.x
- Navigate appliance management interfaces
2
Monitor and Maintain NetBackup 10.x and NetBackup Appliances 5.x
Image and storage management
Image management operationsStorage Lifecycle Policy (SLP) management
- Manage backup images throughout their lifecycle
- Configure and monitor Storage Lifecycle Policies
- Implement image duplication and replication strategies
Job monitoring and restore operations
Job monitoring and managementRestore task management
- Monitor and manage backup and restore jobs effectively
- Perform various types of restore operations
- Troubleshoot job and restore failures
Security and updates management
Security managementUpdate installation and maintenance
- Implement security controls and access management
- Manage NetBackup upgrades and patches
- Maintain NetBackup Appliance firmware
Anomaly detection and appliance management
Anomaly DetectionAppliance monitoring and maintenance
- Configure and monitor anomaly detection
- Manage and maintain NetBackup Appliances
- Respond to security and performance alerts
3
Tune NetBackup 10.x and NetBackup Appliances 5.x
Optimize and tune NetBackup
Performance tuning parameters
- Optimize NetBackup performance through tuning
- Configure multi-streaming and multiplexing
- Implement load balancing strategies
Optimize NetBackup Appliances
Appliance performance optimization
- Optimize NetBackup Appliance performance
- Tune appliance storage and network settings
- Maximize deduplication efficiency
4
Troubleshoot NetBackup 10.x and NetBackup Appliances 5.x
Diagnose failed jobs and log analysis
Error code interpretation and log analysis
- Interpret NetBackup error codes and messages
- Analyze log files to diagnose failures
- Perform root cause analysis on failed jobs
Troubleshoot devices and disaster recovery
Device and media troubleshootingDisaster recovery troubleshooting
- Troubleshoot device and media issues
- Perform disaster recovery procedures
- Recover NetBackup catalog and servers
Appliance and advanced troubleshooting
NetBackup Appliance troubleshootingAdvanced troubleshooting techniques
- Troubleshoot NetBackup Appliance issues
- Perform advanced troubleshooting techniques
- Prepare comprehensive support cases
How do I earn this certification?
Passing VCS-285 earns the Veritas Certified Specialist (VCS) - NetBackup 10.x Administrator certification. It sits in the Data Protection track.
Next Level Options
- Veritas Certified Professional (VCP) - Data Protection Advanced certification demonstrating expertise across multiple Veritas data protection products
- VCS-XXX - Related Veritas Product Certifications Expand knowledge to complementary Veritas products
Alternative Paths
- NetBackup Cloud Practitioner Focus on cloud-native backup strategies and CloudCatalyst
- Disaster Recovery Specialist Specialize in disaster recovery and business continuity planning
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-09-30
Updates
- Security Risk Meter NetBackup 10.5 New feature likely tested in VCS-285 • Release date: 2024-09-30
- Blueprints for Orchestrated Recovery NetBackup 10.5 New automation feature in exam scope • Release date: 2024-09-30
- MSDP Volume Groups NetBackup 10.5 Important for deduplication configuration topics • Release date: 2024-09-30
- Splunk Plug-in Integration NetBackup 10.5 New troubleshooting and monitoring capability • Release date: 2024-09-30
- Adaptive Risk Engine NetBackup 10.5 Enhanced anomaly detection in exam scope • Release date: 2024-09-30
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Backup administrators and Data protection specialists.