Wednesday, 22 February 2017

C2040-412 IBM Notes Traveler Administration

Test information:
Number of questions: 59
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 71%
Test languages: English

Related certifications:
IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0

Exam 412: IBM Notes Traveler Administration

Description: Covers IBM Notes Traveler material as it relates to these competency areas:
Architecture
Deployment and Migration
Administration and Security
Troubleshooting

Architecture

Design/Architect IBM Notes Traveler deployment
Understand hardware/software requirements for deployment
Understand capacity planning
Understand IBM Notes Traveler limits (not the mail server etc)
Understand user concurrency limits for capacity planning
Understand memory usage (IBM Domino and Java) for performance planning
Understand connection flows between a user and IBM Notes Traveler and mail servers
Understand IBM Domino mail clustering
Design deployment dependencies 32/64 bitness for Java
Define the purpose of a load balancer in an IBM Notes Traveler HA configuration
Architect a database (SQL or IBM DB2) deployment for HADR
Understand platform limitations for HADR
Understand configuration requirements for connecting to backend database (JDBC URLs used to connect to database and join pool)
Understand IP sprayer failover

Deployment and Migration
Install IBM Notes Traveler (including IBM Domino)
Configure network (router, firewall, proxy, etc.)
Understand how to upgrade IBM Notes Traveler and IBM Domino (standalone)
Understand how to upgrade IBM Notes Traveler and IBM Domino (HA)
Install IBM DB2
Migrate from stand-alone servers to a high availability environment
Deploy Java security changes to allow JDBC driver load
Configure LDAP
Install IBM Notes Traveler client software (Android, Apple, BlackBerry)
Understand device specifics
Configure HTTP/S as it applies to the IBM Notes Traveler task

Administration and Security
Understand and use basic console commands
Register devices to use IBM Notes Traveler
Utilize HTTP tuning parameters
Understand how to perform Java configuration (JDBC driver)
Understand/Manage device and web administration
Understand database maintenance requirements for IBM Notes Traveler (Derby vs. enterprise database)
Understand device-specific encryption configuration
Work with Mobile Device Manager (MDM)
Integrate BlackBerry with and without BlackBerry Enterprise Server
Perform remote device management
Understand IBM Notes Traveler password requirements
Manage Allow/Deny Access
Understand the difference between IBM Notes Traveler Device Settings document and IBM Domino Policies

Troubleshooting
Monitor IBM Notes Traveler statistics
Read and understand IBM Notes Traveler logs
Understand client connectivity errors
Use collection commands based on need
Troubleshooting for capacity tuning
Understand when a device is requesting a full sync
Debug IBM Domino communication with IBM Notes Traveler
Monitor disk.memory, CPU and network

IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0
This certification is for experienced IBM Domino system administrators who need to plan, install, set up, and manage IBM Domino 9.0 Social Edition servers and users. The IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0 should be able to demonstrate skills associated with growth in expanding a Domino infrastructure through such areas as clustering, expanded monitoring configurations and replication/mail routing topologies. Additionally, the certified individual should understand integration points with other IBM products and have an understanding of OpenSocial standards.

Key areas of focus:
Installation
Administration
Networking and Integration
Security
Replication
Messaging
User Management

While the System Administration electives required to qualify for Advanced level certification are still in development, with the release of the Notes and Domino 9.0 certifications, the program is recognizing those System Administrators who also have experience in Application Development. These individuals can attain advanced level certification in System Administration by passing one or more of the Application Development 9.0 exams.

Recommended Prerequisite Skills
Basic troubleshooting skills
Understanding of messaging concepts and architecture
Basic knowledge of IBM Connections, OpenSocial standards
Understanding of composite applications
Basic knowledge of IBM WebSphere Application Server
Basic networking skills
Working knowledge of security concepts compatible with the Domino platform
Working knowledge web application and directory servers

In addition to the above System Administration skills, individuals who have proven their proficiency in IBM Notes and Domino 9.0 Application Development by passing either of the core Application Development tests or achieving certification in Application Development will qualify for this Advanced level System Administrator certification.

QUESTION 1
Which option describes how a load balancer is used for an IBM Notes Traveler High Availability
(HA) implementation?

A. secures connections between Notes Traveler servers and IBM Domino mail servers
B. spreads the user to server connections across multiple Notes Traveler HA Pool members
C. balances mail server traffic between Notes Traveler servers and clustered Domino mail servers
D. spreads large amounts of data across multiple Notes Traveler servers when users are
synchronizing a large attachment to a device

Answer: B

Explanation:


QUESTION 2
Once IBM Notes Traveler servers are put into production, what average percentage should the
CPU be below?

A. 65
B. 75
C. 85
D. 95

Answer: B

Explanation:


QUESTION 3
What is the minimum number of servers recommended for an IBM Notes Traveler 9.0 Service
Pool, IBM Domino mail and database server with high availability for all components on Microsoft
Windows or Linux platforms?

A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 11

Answer: C

Explanation:


QUESTION 4
IBM Notes Traveler mobile client to server traffic is secured over which protocol?

A. Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
B. Post Office Protocol 3 (POP3)
C. HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
D. Notes Remote Procedure Call (NRPC)

Answer: A

Explanation:


QUESTION 5
How can an administrator ensure that the network communication between the IBM Notes
Traveler server and the mail servers is optimized?

A. A different port other than the default RPC port of 1352 should be used.
B. The network connection should enforce secure socket layer encryption.
C. The network connection should not enforce secure socket layer encryption.
D. The Notes Traveler and mail servers should both reside in the same data center.

Answer: D

Explanation:



Tuesday, 14 February 2017

C2040-406 IBM Notes and Domino 9.0 Social Edition System Administration A

Test information:
Number of questions: 57
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 70%
Languages: English, Japanese


Exam 406: IBM Notes and Domino 9.0 Social Edition System Administration A

Description: Covers IBM Notes and Domino 9.0 Social Edition material as it relates to these competency areas:
Installation
Administration
Networking and Integration

Installation
Understand failover
Understand server topologies (mail routing and replication)
Understand On Disk Structure (ODS)
Understand differences in the Basic client, Standard client, and Standard client with Social Edition theme
Install a server
Configure Transaction Logging
Configure Domino Attachment and Object Service (DAOS)
Configure Directory Catalog
Configure Directory Links
Setup Directory Assistance
Utilize a secondary address book
Configure Rooms and Resources
Configure Full Text Index
Configure Domain Indexing
Install and Configure IBM Notes Traveler
Configure basic Social Edition features
Create internet site documents
Create a Connection document
Install the IBM Notes Browser Plug-in
Configure IBM Domino services and tasks
Configure network connectivity

Administration
Compare Domino Administrator and Web Administrator clients
Identify and manage IBM Domino services and tasks
Utilize administrative tools in the IBM Domino Administrator client
Configure AdminP
Implement Quality of Service (QoS) features
Utilize Program document features
Manage the notes.ini settings
Issue console commands
Troubleshoot connectivity
Configure DDM
Create and configure statistic and event generators
Utilize the Database Management Tool
Utilize the Domino Configuration Tuner (DCT)
Replace or refresh template
Utilize NSD
Understand Updall, Compact
Correct corruption
Utilize IBM Notes logs
Perform database maintenance
Upgrade a server
Move an IBM Domino server to new machine
Decommission a server

Networking and Integration
Configure the IBM WebSphere Plug-in
Configure extended services, e.g. HTTP, POP3, SMTP, LDAP
Configure port encryption and compression
Integrate IBM Sametime
Configure network encryption
Understand embedded experience features
Understand Shindig server features
Configure a Web SSO document
Understand widgets and plug-ins
Create and configure the Widget Catalog
Understand IBM Connections features available in IBM Notes and IBM iNotes


QUESTION 1
What type of Web Site rule can be used to provide user-friendly aliases for complex URLs?

A. Rewrite
B. Directory
C. Redirection
D. Substitution

Answer: D

Explanation:


QUESTION 2
Which statement is true for the IBM Notes 9.0 Basic client?

A. The Notes 9.0 Basic client is available for Windows only.
B. The Notes 9.0 Basic client is available for Windows and Mac only.
C. The Notes 9.0 Basic client is available for Windows and Linux only.
D. The Notes 9.0 Basic client is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Answer: A

Explanation:


QUESTION 3
Which hidden view in the Domain Catalog can an administrator use to find which databases are
included in the domain index?

A. $MultiDbIndex
B. $DbCategories
C. $DocumentContent
D. $DomainRepository

Answer: A

Explanation:

Saturday, 11 February 2017

C2040-400 Foundations of IBM Social Business Architecture V1

Test information:
Number of questions: 55
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 64%
Languages: English

Related certifications:
IBM Certified Solution Advisor - Social Business V1

This exam covers the following products and versions: IBM Connections 5.0, IBM Sametime 9.0, IBM Connections Docs 1.0.6, and IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5.

Study Guide for the certification test.

Below are the high level objectives for this exam. We recommend reviewing the Study Guide for more detailed information on the test objectives to provide a better idea of the content which will be covered on the exam.

Section 1: Products and Capabilities (27%)

Understand how IBM Connections can be applied to Social Business Use Cases
Understand how IBM Mail Next or Connections Mail can be applied to Social Business Use Cases
Understand how IBM Docs can be applied to Social Business Use Cases
Understand how IBM Sametime can be applied to Social Business Use Cases
Understand how IBM WebSphere Portal can be applied to Social Business Use Cases
Understand the Social Capabilities that Drive Human Interactions
Explain document management in IBM Connections
Understand level of available customizations of IBM Connections, IBM WebSphere Portal
Understand IBM Connections features
Understand how to implement Exceptional Digital Experiences using IBM Social Products
Understand and describe the key differences between Connections in the browser and Connections on mobile
Explain differences between instant messaging, Mail, and other similar technologies
Understand how to gain insights from customers and site visitors using reporting and analytics
Define end user definition of "files" as it relates to Social business

Section 2: Integration Points and Architecture (27%)
Articulate the architectural decisions that need to be made in order to implement the Social Business Architecture
Understand resource requirements regarding installation, configuration and customization process
Understand Social Business security concerns in enterprise environment
Explain how Social network platform can integrate into existing client environment
Understand the basic small-medium-large infrastructure requirement options of IBM Connections
Explain integration capabilities of the various IBM solutions
Understand Open Social API and how it fits into overall Social Architecture
Understand integration with non-IBM products
Understand differences between internal systems, intranet, extranet solutions
Identify differences between systems of record and systems of engagement
Understand the different social integration points

Section 3: Benefits, Patterns, and Use Cases (16%)
Describe the differences between a people-centric, a document-centric and a community-centric approach
Define appropriate social business use cases
Understand the difference between social collaboration, communication and content
Explain how Social Business improves business outcomes
Explain how Social Business improves business outcomes
Measure the impact and usage of social business using metrics and network analysis
Understand key concerns/concepts around mobility
Understand Social Business patterns

Section 4: Adoption and Governance (22%)
Understand key roles in the adoption, strategy, and governance planning
Explain how to improve employee/team collaboration using Social Business platform features
Describe how social communication fits into a comprehensive communication strategy
Describe the impacts of a social business solution on internal versus external usage
Understand the methods of social business adoption
Understand how mobile and mobility affects adoption
Articulate Social Business Roadmap along with different phases of adoption
Understand the role of Gamification in Social Business
Understand how to meet business needs regarding compliance, legal, and privacy
Create and refine governance model around social business
Understand best practices for social business success

Section 5: Social Business Maturity Model (7%)
Understand the difference of Social Business and Social Media
Describe how Social Business solutions fit together into a cohesive collaboration platform
Establish business value that Social Business brings to an enterprise from both an internal and external perspective
Understand and adapt to cultural differences among organizations
Understand the needs of various industries and how social can benefit them differently

IBM Certified Solution Advisor - Social Business V1

Job Role Description / Target Audience
An IBM Certified Solution Advisor - Social Business V1 is a person who can clearly explain the benefits and underlying concepts of Social Business. This person can also demonstrate how the IBM Social Business offerings helps customers realize these benefits.

Key areas of competency include:
Products and Capabilities
Integration Points and Architecture
Benefits, Patterns, and Use Cases
Adoption and Governance
Social Business Maturity Model

Recommended Prerequisite Skills

The following qualifications are requirements for success:
Working knowledge of Social Business design principles
Working knowledge of Social Business architectures, solutions, and processes
Working knowledge of Social Business maturity models and adoption models
Working knowledge of the IBM Social Business Reference Architecture
Working knowledge of the IBM Social Business offerings
Working knowledge of the role of corporate and information governance, and security on Social Business architecture
Working knowledge of the features of the products contained in the Social Business Reference Architecture

Requirements
This certification requires 1 test(s).

Test(s) required:
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Test C2040-400 - Foundations of IBM Social Business Architecture V1