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Install, configure and test a server

Install, configure and test a server

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN514
State Code
AWD06
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake work on a server as part of an upgrade to an existing network or during the implementation of a new network.It applies to individuals, employed by telecommunications and information communications technology (ICT) networking provisioning companies, who carry out installation, maintenance and upgrade of ICT networks.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to install a server
  • 1.1 Prepare for work in line with site-specific safety requirements and enterprise work health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures
  • 1.2 Notify customer to arrange site access
  • 1.3 Obtain server applications and features from appropriate personnel
  • 1.4 Choose the most suitable server with reference to required server application and server features
  • 1.5 Choose the most suitable network operating system features with reference to required server solution and technical requirements
  • 1.6 Provide alternative server solutions with reference to required server application and server features
  • 1.7 Review required installation options
  • 1.8 Analyse data migration requirements
  • 1.9 Apply back-up and recovery requirements with reference to organisational policy
  • 1.10 Analyse education and training requirements for support staff and in line with client requirements and relevant enterprise policies
  • 1.11 Create and document a deployment plan
  • 1.12 Advise user group of deployment and potential down times
2. Install and configure the server
  • 2.1 Back up and restore local data in preparation for installation
  • 2.2 Install and configure the server as required by technical requirements and functional specifications
  • 2.3 Install and undertake configuration activities using relevant operating system and application upgrades
  • 2.4 Reconnect and reconfigure relevant connectivity devices
3.Test server and reconfigure the network
  • 3.1 Run system testing for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes
  • 3.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required
  • 3.3 Test required changes or additions
  • 3.4 Validate changes or additions against specifications
4.Complete documentation and clean worksite
  • 4.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes
  • 4.2 Tabulate test results and complete all documentation for users
  • 4.3 Complete client report and notify of network status
  • 4.4 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction
  • 4.5 Secure sign-off from appropriate person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3489 ICTTEN5201A Install, configure and test a server Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT60 ICTNWK540 Design, build and test network servers Unit of competency