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Install, configure and test a server
Install, configure and test a server
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN5201A
ICTTEN5201A
State Code
D3489
D3489
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2014
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
15/04/2014
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and configure a server as part of an upgrade to an existing network or the implementation of a new network. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement but users should confirm requirements with the relevant federal, state or territory authority.
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 occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and procedures
- 1.2. Notify customer to arrange access to site
- 1.3. Obtain server applications and features from appropriate person
- 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 backup 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. Backup 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 the server and reconfigure the network
- 3.1. Run the 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 up work site
- 4.1. Make and document server configuration and operational changes
- 4.2. Tabulate test results and complete all documentations for users
- 4.3. Complete client report and notify of status of the network
- 4.4. Clean up and restore worksite to client's satisfaction
- 4.5. Secure sign-off from appropriate person
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Server applications may include:
database and data warehousing
directory services
file sharing
line of business applications
management
messaging
network and remote access
printer sharing
terminal services
web services.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
IT support manager
network administrator
network manager
small or medium enterprise (SME) customer
small office home office (SOHO) customer
supervisor.
Server may include:
application or web servers
BEA Weblogic servers
email servers
file and print servers
firewall servers
FTP servers
IBM VisualAge and WebSphere
Novell NDS servers
proxy or cache servers.
Network operating system may include latest versions of:
Apple OS
Linux OS
Unix OS
Windows OS.
Requirements may be in reference to:
application
business
database
network
people in the organisation
platform
system.
Client may include:
external organisations
individuals
internal departments
internal employees.
User may include:
department within the organisation
person within a department
third party.
System may include:
application service provider
applications
databases
gateways
internet service provider (ISP)
operating systems
servers.
Configuration may include:
access control needs
cache sizes
consumers and suppliers
database cache
directory configuration
domain name system (DNS)
entry cache
hostnames
IP addresses
large objects
lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) clients
log file rotation
NetBIOS naming
network connectivity issues
port numbers
root domain name (DN)
search and write performance
server domains.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Server applications may include:
database and data warehousing
directory services
file sharing
line of business applications
management
messaging
network and remote access
printer sharing
terminal services
web services.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
IT support manager
network administrator
network manager
small or medium enterprise (SME) customer
small office home office (SOHO) customer
supervisor.
Server may include:
application or web servers
BEA Weblogic servers
email servers
file and print servers
firewall servers
FTP servers
IBM VisualAge and WebSphere
Novell NDS servers
proxy or cache servers.
Network operating system may include latest versions of:
Apple OS
Linux OS
Unix OS
Windows OS.
Requirements may be in reference to:
application
business
database
network
people in the organisation
platform
system.
Client may include:
external organisations
individuals
internal departments
internal employees.
User may include:
department within the organisation
person within a department
third party.
System may include:
application service provider
applications
databases
gateways
internet service provider (ISP)
operating systems
servers.
Configuration may include:
access control needs
cache sizes
consumers and suppliers
database cache
directory configuration
domain name system (DNS)
entry cache
hostnames
IP addresses
large objects
lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) clients
log file rotation
NetBIOS naming
network connectivity issues
port numbers
root domain name (DN)
search and write performance
server domains.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
analyse server and network operational issues
apply user applications and relate user needs when configuring a server
create technical and user documentation
install and configure server
test server and reconfigure network
troubleshoot server and network failures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
site where server installation may be conducted
relevant server specifications:
cabling
networked (LAN) computers
server diagnostic software
switch
technical requirements for a network
WAN service point of presence
workstations
relevant regulatory documentation that impacts on installation activities.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing or updating network
oral or written questioning of required skills and knowledge
evaluation of report prepared by the candidate outlining testing procedures, test results and recommendation to network changes.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
analyse server and network operational issues
apply user applications and relate user needs when configuring a server
create technical and user documentation
install and configure server
test server and reconfigure network
troubleshoot server and network failures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
site where server installation may be conducted
relevant server specifications:
cabling
networked (LAN) computers
server diagnostic software
switch
technical requirements for a network
WAN service point of presence
workstations
relevant regulatory documentation that impacts on installation activities.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing or updating network
oral or written questioning of required skills and knowledge
evaluation of report prepared by the candidate outlining testing procedures, test results and recommendation to network changes.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICTTEN4198A Install, configure and test an internet protocol network.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non-English speaking background may have second language issues.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the oral communication skill level, and language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with special needs.
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