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Install and configure network access storage devices

Install and configure network access storage devices

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK524
State Code
AUV12
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, install and test a network access storage (NAS) device in a local area network (LAN).It applies to individuals who install, configure and test a NAS device.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine specifications for NAS
  • 1.1 Determine and document the topology of the local area network (LAN)
  • 1.2 Investigate and determine current and future storage requirements according to current and future business needs
  • 1.3 Determine the number and type of NAS devices required, and refer to current and future network requirements
  • 1.4 Determine the requirements for network management, backup, security and redundancy according to organisational policy
2. Select appropriate hardware and software
  • 2.1 Select the hardware and operating system software version with the appropriate features according to required specifications
  • 2.2 Choose storage applications to determine access and response times
3. Install hardware and software
  • 3.1 Install required level of RAID hardware or software
  • 3.2 Install hard disks as specified by manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Install operating system software according to manufacturer instructions
  • 3.4 Connect to network media using media that meets required standard
  • 3.5 Connect power, power it up and check operation
4. Configure NAS
  • 4.1 Configure a network address and hostname
  • 4.2 Establish and test a valid network connection with other LAN devices
  • 4.3 Configure hard disks according to RAID requirements and format with appropriate file system
  • 4.4 Configure access and security according to application and organisational requirements
5. Test and troubleshoot NAS
  • 5.1 Test NAS according to manufacturer requirements and organisational guidelines
  • 5.2 Ensure access and response times are acceptable to required applications, users and organisational policy
  • 5.3 Make adjustments to the configuration, depending on test and troubleshooting results
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7973 ICANWK524A Install and configure network access storage devices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT49 ICTNWK552 Install and configure network access storage devices Unit of competency