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Brocade Certified SAN Manager (BCSM)

This level of certification indicates that you have a detailed understanding of administering Brocade hardware and software, and managing all components of a SAN through the use of Brocade management tools.

This exam is now one of the electives to help you achieve the SNIA Certified Storage Networking Expert (SCSN-E) credential. For more information on the SCSN-E program visit the SNIA Web site.

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It is recommended that you first achieve Brocade Certified Fabric Professional status before attempting the Brocade Certified SAN Manager Certification.

Brocade Certified SAN Manager 8 Gbit/sec Exam Topics

The Brocade Certified SAN Manager  exam tests against these objectives:

Security

  • Demonstrate knowledge of managing SAN device security
  • Demonstrate knowledge of managing switch access security
  • Demonstrate knowledge of managing SAN data security

Management Tools

  • Given a scenario, demonstrate how to implement SAN management concepts and tools
  • Given a scenario, describe the tools and how to use them to document a SAN

Troubleshooting

  • Given a scenario, describe methods and tools for troubleshooting and data gathering
  • Given a scenario, identify the information that should be supplied to escalate problems

SAN Management and Monitoring

  • Demonstrate knowledge of tools and components involved with monitoring SAN performance
  • Given a scenario, demonstrate how to monitor and manage fabrics

SAN Configuration and Maintenance

  • Demonstrate how to perform routine maintenance and configuration
  • Given a scenario, demonstrate how to maintain SAN extension solutions

Certification and Accreditation Resources

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