Technologies / Infrastructure

Storage Area Networking Fundamentals

IBM offers a comprehensive portfolio of SAN switches, storage, software, services, and solutions to reliably deliver information to people cost-effectively. IBM provides flexible, scalable, and open standards-based business-class and global enterprise-class network solutions for the on-demand world. This course provides an overview of storage area networking and data center networking technologies. It discusses SAN concepts, Fibre Channel architecture, SAN topologies, IBM b-type offerings, IBM offerings from Cisco, and SAN over Ethernet architectures such as iSCSI and FCoE.

Required Participant Preparation

Before starting this course, the following course or equivalent knowledge is required:

Introduction to Storage

Who is this training for?

This foundational course is intended for beginning z/OS storage administrators and will benefit application and operations staff who need to understand storage management issues

Training program

Unit 2 - Fibre Channel
Unit 3 - SAN Design and Topology (1 of 2)
Unit 3 - SAN Design and Topology (2 of 2) (continued)
Unit 4 - IBM b-type Fibre Channel Switches and Directors
Exercise 0 - Lab Setup and Initial Instructions
Exercise 1 - Switch Management Overview
Exercise 2 - Installing Management Software

Exercise 4 - Configuring IBM Storwize V3700 Storage System
Exercise 5 - Provisioning V3700 Storage Using iSCSI
Exercise 6 - Merging Brocade VDX Fabric
Unit 5 - Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Switches and Controllers

Exercise 7 - Basic Configuration
Exercise 8 - Installing Management Tools

Exercise 10 - Cisco Zoning Configuration
Exercise 11 - Configuring DS3500 Storage Subsystem

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Training Topics

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

The Storage Area Networking Fundamentals training does not require specialized prior knowledge. Basic IT knowledge is sufficient.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 4 days and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: This foundational course is intended for beginning z/OS storage administrators and will benefit application and operations staff who need to understand storage management issues.