DCUCAI - Administering Cisco Data Center Unified Computing System with Intersight

DCUCAI, Administering Cisco Data Center Unified Computing System with Intersight is a 4-day instructor-led course. In this Cisco UCS server training course, you will become experienced with the administration and troubleshooting of Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) X-Series, B-Series, C-Series, next-gen UCS servers including using Cisco Intersight SaaS for UCS management. This custom-built Cisco UCS training class was developed by NterOne using the best lessons from all available Cisco server courses to maximize the learning experience for individuals who want to focus on day-to-day administration using Intersight SaaS as the primary interface to manage UCS Infrastructure.

Using real-world scenarios and examples, this Cisco training course will explore the components of the UCS-X, B-Series Blades, C-Series Rack Mount, and cover next-gen solutions such as C4500. Intersight SaaS provides a day-to-day administrative single interface for managing UCS infrastructure. Learn to access Intersight, claim devices, run UCSM commands from Intersight, Firmware Upgrades, and other functions.

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Prerequisites


The knowledge and skills that the learner should have before attending this course are as follows:
Basic knowledge of Cisco routing and switching
Basic knowledge of Cisco Unified Computing Systems
Basic knowledge of servers and storage
Familiarity with Cisco UCS and Hyperflex

Detailed Class Syllabus


Module 1: UCS Infrastructure Components with Intersight


Cisco UCS X-Series, Use Cases, and Components
Introducing Cisco Intersight Managed Mode
Describing Cisco UCS C-Series Servers
Describing Next Gen Cisco X-Series Servers
Gen 4 and future deployments
Integrating with earlier Generations
UCS Central use cases with Intersight

Module 2: Administering Cisco UCS with Intersight


Managed Mode Resources Pools
Configuring Compute Node LAN Connectivity
Configuring Compute Node SAN Connectivity
Managed Mode Network Policies
Managed Mode Storage Policies
Creating Identity and Resource Pools
Creating Server Profiles
Creating Server Profile Templates and Deriving Server Profiles
Managing Server Profiles
Installing OS onto blades
Troubleshooting Cisco UCS X/B/C-Series Configuration
Troubleshooting Cisco UCS X/B/C-Series Operation
Managing and Upgrading Cisco UCS X/B/C-Series Firmware

Module 3: Administering UCS Management Tools with Intersight


Describing Cisco UCS User Interfaces
Exploring Intersight User Interfaces
Describing Cisco UCS Management Framework & Features
Describing Cisco UCS Hyperflex
Describing Intersight Services for Terraform
Describing Intersight Orchestrator