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System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics

This course is part of Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX.

Course Cost

Free course

Intermediate

Skill Level

10 Hours

Self-paced lessons

This intermediate-level course builds on AIX fundamentals to deliver comprehensive training in advanced system administration techniques. Students will explore critical topics including job scheduling with cron, at, and batch commands, implementing robust backup and recovery strategies, and managing system startup and shutdown processes. The curriculum covers AIX installation methods, software management, and multibos utility fundamentals. Students will gain practical knowledge in TCP/IP networking configuration, diagnostic techniques, and the AIX Live Update procedure. Through hands-on lab exercises, participants develop essential troubleshooting skills and learn error logging strategies. This course prepares system administrators to confidently manage complex AIX environments and effectively resolve system issues.

Upendra Rajan

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Upendra Rajan

What you'll learn

Configure automated job scheduling using cron, at, and batch commands Implement comprehensive backup and recovery strategies for AIX systems Manage system startup processes including initialization and run levels Perform AIX installations using various methods including alternate disk Configure and maintain TCP/IP networking on AIX systems Use diagnostic tools for effective problem determination and troubleshooting Implement AIX Live Update for system maintenance with minimal downtime Manage multiple AIX instances with the multibos utility Monitor system health through error logging and notification systems Perform software installation, maintenance, and removal procedures

Skills you'll gain

AIX Administration

System Scheduling

Backup Recovery

AIX Installation

TCP/IP Configuration

Problem Determination

AIX Live Update

Multibos

Error Diagnostics

System Maintenance

This course includes:

3.1 Hours PreRecorded video

8 assignments

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There are 10 modules in this course

This advanced course expands on previous AIX training to deliver comprehensive coverage of complex system administration topics. The curriculum begins with job scheduling techniques using cron, at, and batch commands before exploring robust backup and recovery strategies including mksysb image creation, volume group backups, and snapshot technologies. Students master system startup and shutdown processes, including initialization, run levels, and the System Resource Controller. The course provides detailed instruction on AIX installation methods, software management, and the innovative AIX Live Update procedure. Additional topics include TCP/IP networking configuration, diagnostic techniques, and error logging. Each module combines theoretical knowledge with practical lab exercises that reinforce learning and build real-world troubleshooting skills.

Introduction

Module 1 · 3 Minutes to complete

This module provides a welcome introduction to the System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics course. It offers an overview of what students can expect to learn throughout the course and prepares them for the advanced AIX administration topics that will be covered.

Skills you'll gain

AIX system administration

Advanced AIX concepts

Course overview

IBM AIX platform

This course includes:

1 Videos

Scheduling

Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete

This module covers job scheduling in AIX, including scheduling basics and the use of crontab files, 'at', and 'batch' commands. Students will learn how to automate tasks and schedule jobs to run at specific times, enhancing system efficiency and administration capabilities.

Skills you'll gain

Task automation

Cron scheduling

Job management

System automation

This course includes:

2 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

Backup and Recovery

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

This module covers comprehensive backup and recovery strategies in AIX, including mksysb for system image creation and restoration, backup and restore of user-defined volume groups, backup by filenames and inodes, backup with snapshots, and backup best practices. Students will learn essential techniques for data protection and system recovery.

Skills you'll gain

Data protection

System recovery

Backup strategies

Disaster recovery

This course includes:

6 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

Startup and Shutdown

Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete

This module covers AIX system startup and shutdown processes, including system activation, initialization, run levels, inittab, System Resource Controller (SRC), subsystems, and proper shutdown procedures. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of AIX boot processes and how to manage system states.

Skills you'll gain

Boot process management

Run level configuration

System initialization

Controlled shutdown

This course includes:

4 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

AIX and Software Installation

Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete

This module focuses on AIX and software installation processes, covering installation basics, AIX installation examples, software product types, packaging definitions, listing fixes, and software installation, maintenance, and removal. It also introduces AIX Live Update for system updates without downtime.

Skills you'll gain

System installation

Software management

Patch management

Live update procedures

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

AIX Installation Options

Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete

This module covers various AIX installation types and methods, alternate disk installation techniques, and multibos utility fundamentals. Students will learn advanced installation approaches that provide flexibility and minimize system downtime during installation and upgrade processes.

Skills you'll gain

Advanced installation

Alternate disk management

System migration

Multibos configuration

This course includes:

3 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

TCP/IP Implementation

Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete

This module focuses on TCP/IP implementation in AIX, including TCP/IP introduction, startup flow on AIX, TCP/IP configurations, name resolution, and Network File System (NFS). Students will learn how to configure and manage network connections and services in the AIX environment.

Skills you'll gain

Network configuration

TCP/IP management

Name resolution

NFS implementation

This course includes:

2 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

1 App items

1 Reading Materials

AIX Live Update

Module 8 · 10 Minutes to complete

This module provides a demonstration of the AIX Live Update process, showing how system updates can be applied with minimal disruption to running services. Students will observe the live update procedure in action, gaining practical insight into this advanced system maintenance technique.

Skills you'll gain

Live patching

Zero-downtime updates

System maintenance

Service continuity

This course includes:

1 Videos

AIX Problem Determination and Monitoring

Module 9 · 1 Hours to complete

This module covers AIX problem determination and monitoring techniques, including the diag command, diagnostic program modes, error log entries, error logging components and notification, and logging with Syslogd. Students will learn how to identify, diagnose, and resolve system issues in AIX environments.

Skills you'll gain

Troubleshooting

Error analysis

System diagnostics

Log management

This course includes:

5 Videos

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

Final Quiz

Module 10 · 30 Minutes to complete

This module serves as the final assessment for the System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics course. It evaluates the comprehensive knowledge gained throughout all previous modules, testing students' understanding of advanced AIX administration concepts and techniques.

Skills you'll gain

Advanced AIX administration

System management

Network configuration

Problem determination

This course includes:

1 Assignments

1 Quizzes

Fee Structure

Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX

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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.

Intermediate

Skill Level

10 Hours

Self-paced lessons

Course Cost

Free course

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System Administration with IBM AIX: Beyond the Basics

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Top companies offer this course to their employees

There are 10 modules in this course

Introduction

Scheduling

Backup and Recovery

Startup and Shutdown

AIX and Software Installation

AIX Installation Options

TCP/IP Implementation

AIX Live Update

AIX Problem Determination and Monitoring

Final Quiz

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