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Configuring Cisco® Unified Computing System (DCCUCS)

Cisco Unified Computing System combines networking, compute, and storage in a single unified platform. This simplifies administration, reduces dependencies, and creates a stable foundation for modern data center environments.

Key topics

  • Architecture and components of Cisco UCS at a glance.
  • Management through policies and Service Profiles.
  • Integration with network and storage infrastructures.
  • Scalable concepts and high-availability solutions.
  • Fault analysis and systematic troubleshooting.
  • Security concepts and role-based access control.

Prerequisite
Knowledge of networking fundamentals and server virtualization is required.

Target audience
Suitable for professionals who plan, operate, or advance data centers – particularly in the Cisco infrastructure domain.

The training bridges theory and practice – with concrete scenarios that prepare participants directly for day-to-day work in modern data centers.

Course content
  • Fundamentals of SAN architecture
  • Fibre Channel operating modes in Cisco UCS
  • Configuration and management of VSANs
  • Storage connectivity via Fibre Channel and FCoE
  • Storage policies in the UCS context
  • BIOS configuration through policy management
  • Boot order and boot policies
  • IPMI configuration and access control
  • Scrub mechanisms and data security
  • Maintenance strategies and update policies
  • Core principles of RBAC in UCS environments
  • User accounts, role assignments, and permissions
  • Organizational structures and local roles
  • Determining and controlling effective access rights
  • Integration of external authentication services and third-party systems
  • Public key infrastructure and certificate management in Cisco UCS Manager
  • Introduction to Cisco UCS Director
  • Policy management, virtual data centers, and service catalogs
  • Integration of virtualization platforms
  • Management of compute resources
  • UCS Manager integration and control
  • Self-service capabilities for end users
  • Reporting and operational monitoring
  • Cisco UCS Director in the context of cloud management
  • Core capabilities and use cases of Cisco Intersight
  • XML API interface of Cisco UCS Manager
  • Structure and navigation of the UCS object tree
  • Object browser and management utilities
  • PowerTool cmdlets for UCS administration
  • Python SDK for automated UCS management
  • Log management and analysis in UCS Manager
  • Network port monitoring and status checks
  • SNMP configuration and security considerations
  • Call Home notifications and support integration

Up to 100% funding for your continuing education

Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.

Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.

Frequently asked questions

  • The training builds practical competence in administering Cisco UCS environments. Configuration workflows, profiles, and policies are applied directly – reducing operational errors and simplifying the management of modern data center infrastructures.
  • The training suits professionals with foundational knowledge of server and network administration. Experience with blade systems or virtualization is helpful. It particularly addresses data center roles – from system integration to operations and engineering.
  • A solid grounding in network technology and server operations is required. Familiarity with Cisco systems and virtualization environments makes it easier to get started. This allows concepts such as Fabric Interconnects, Service Profiles, and policies to be applied with confidence.
  • The training covers UCS architecture, Manager configuration, LAN and SAN connectivity, Service Profiles, templates, and fault diagnosis. The focus is on secure, reproducible provisioning of compute resources within stable infrastructures.
  • The training covers structured troubleshooting approaches – from log analysis and status checks to identifying typical root causes such as cabling issues, BIOS settings, or profile conflicts.
  • Guided lab exercises in realistic UCS environments form the core of the training. Configuration steps such as profile deployment, firmware management, and network assignment are performed directly and in full.
  • Predictable configurations, reusable templates, and clear role models ensure stable deployment processes and fewer errors. The training lays the groundwork for efficient management of complex compute infrastructures.
  • The training systematically builds competencies in the Cisco data center domain and supports preparation for advanced certification paths. It does not replace an exam but sharpens the practical skills relevant to the corresponding Cisco certifications.

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