Master remote data access features in IBM Storage Scale including multi-cluster support, AFM, and protocol services.
Master remote data access features in IBM Storage Scale including multi-cluster support, AFM, and protocol services.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Learn Enterprise Data Storage with IBM Storage Scale Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Configure multi-cluster environments for remote file system access
Implement and manage Active File Management (AFM) relationships
Set up AFM-based Asynchronous Disaster Recovery
Configure Clustered NFS and Cluster Export Services
Manage NFS, SMB, and Object protocol support
Optimize remote data access solutions
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.7 Hours PreRecorded video
9 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate
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There are 10 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on remote data access capabilities within IBM Storage Scale clusters. The curriculum covers essential features including multi-cluster support, Active File Management (AFM), Clustered NFS, and Cluster Export Services (CES). Students learn to implement and manage various protocols like NFS, SMB, and Object storage, while also mastering AFM-based Asynchronous Disaster Recovery. Through practical lab exercises and detailed lectures, IT professionals gain hands-on experience in configuring and managing remote data access solutions for enterprise storage environments.
Introduction
Module 1 · 2 Minutes to complete
Unit 1: IBM Storage Scale Remote Data Access Overview
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Unit 2: Active File Management
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Unit 3: AFM-based Asynchronous Disaster Recovery (AFM DR)
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Unit 5: Cluster Export Services (CES)
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Unit 6: CES NFS protocol support
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Unit 7: CES SMB protocol support
Module 8 · 1 Hours to complete
Unit 8: CES object protocol support
Module 9 · 2 Hours to complete
Final quiz
Module 10 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Cloud Infrastructure and Systems Expert at IBM
Upendra Rajan serves as Senior IT Management Consultant in IBM Garage for Systems, where he specializes in infrastructure, cloud solutions, and systems education. After building eight years of experience in infrastructure, cloud platforms (IaaS and PaaS), and programming, he has established himself as an expert instructor and technical consultant. His work includes developing and teaching courses on IBM Power Systems and private cloud management, reaching over 9,000 learners through various platforms. His expertise spans IT infrastructure, networks, storage, and cloud computing, with particular focus on making complex technologies accessible through clear communication and practical instruction. As a frequent speaker at technology conferences, he demonstrates his commitment to bridging the gap between complex technical concepts and practical implementation while maintaining strong client relationships through improved product and service delivery.
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