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Install and manage a server

Install and manage a server

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTNWK401
State Code
AUP63
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
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install and manage a server. Server management includes initial configuration and testing, ongoing administration, software distribution and updates, profiling and monitoring servers, and troubleshooting.It applies to individuals with competent information and communications technology (ICT) skills, employed in network management or server administration roles.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, according to site specific safety requirements and enterprise workplace health and safety (WHS) processes and procedures
  • 1.2 Obtain server applications and features from appropriate person
  • 1.3 Choose most suitable operating system features and network services with reference to required server solution and technical requirements
  • 1.4 Review required installation options
  • 1.5 Analyse data migration requirements
  • 1.6 Back up local data in preparation for installation
  • 1.7 Arrange access to site and advise client of deployment and potential down time
2. Install server as required by the specification
  • 2.1 Create disk partitioning scheme
  • 2.2 Create file systems and virtual memory
  • 2.3 Install network operating system
  • 2.4 Install and configure server applications and network services
  • 2.5 Reconnect and reconfigure connectivity devices
  • 2.6 Patch the operating system and applications to ensure maximum security and reliability
  • 2.7 Restore local data to new server
3. Configure and administer the server
  • 3.1 Configure network directory service
  • 3.2 Create and manage accounts to facilitate security and network access
  • 3.3 Configure user environment using operating system policies and scripts
  • 3.4 Create directory structure and quotas to meet client requirements
  • 3.5 Configure and manage print services
  • 3.6 Set the security, access and sharing of system resources to meet client requirements
  • 3.7 Implement security policy to prevent unauthorised access to the system
  • 3.8 Implement backup and recovery methods to enable restoration capability in the event of a disaster
  • 3.9 Configure update services to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications
4. Monitor and test the server
  • 4.1 Test server for benchmarking against client specification and requirements according to test plan, and record outcomes
  • 4.2 Analyse the error report and make changes as required
  • 4.3 Use troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and correct server problems
  • 4.4 Test required changes or additions
  • 4.5 Validate changes or additions against specifications
5. Complete documentation and clean up worksite
  • 5.1 Make and document server configuration and operational changes
  • 5.2 Complete client report and notification of server status
  • 5.3 Clean up and restore worksite to client’s satisfaction
  • 5.4 Secure sign-off from appropriate person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7936 ICANWK401A Install and manage a server Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBT77 ICTNWK422 Install and manage servers Unit of competency