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Introduction to Storage

This course covers basic data storage concepts and IBM solutions in this space. You will learn RAID, SAN connectivity, high availability, business continuity planning for disaster recovery, storage...

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$2,850 USD GSA  $2,171.03
Duration 3 days
Course Code SS01G
Available Formats Classroom, Virtual

Overview

This course covers basic data storage concepts and IBM solutions in this space. You will learn RAID, SAN connectivity, high availability, business continuity planning for disaster recovery, storage virtualization, cloud storage and more. You will learn all about IBM Storage products (disks, flash, tape, SAN switches and directors) and the IBM Spectrum suite of software for accessing and managing on and off premises data storage. 

Skills Gained

Upon completion of this course you should be able to:

- Recall the essentials of disk storage

- Outline the continuity plans to maintain high availability and data protection in storage solutions

- Restate the concepts of the storage virtualization

- Differentiate the types of the hybrid and all-flash storage solutions

- Compare the types of the tape storage solutions

- Distinguish between storage connectivity options

- Differentiate between the features of the Spectrum Storage Suite of software

- Clarify the various cloud storage considerations

 

Key Topics

Unit 1: Essentials of storage Unit 2: Data protection and high availability Unit 3: Storage virtualization Unit 4: IBM Spectrum Storage - SDS Unit 5: IBM Spectrum Storage - management and protection Unit 6: IBM Storage disk and flash based systemsUnit 7: IBM Storage tape systems Unit 8: IBM Storage SAN family overview Unit 9: IBM Storage and cloud

Who Can Benefit

Enrollment in this course is not restricted. Typical students may include: Customers Technical IBM personnel  Business Partner technical personnel  IT consultants and architects

Prerequisites

None

Course Details

Course Outline

Unit 1: Course OverviewUnit 2: Essentials of storageUnit 3: Data Protection and High AvailabilityUnit 4: Storage VirtualizationUnit 5: IBM System Storage Disk Systems and Flash Based SystemsUnit 6: IBM System Storage Tape SystemsUnit 7: IBM System Storage SAN Family OverviewUnit 8: IBM Storage and CloudUnit 9: IBM Spectrum Storage 

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  • Jul 16, 2025 - Jul 18, 2025 (3 days)
    Live Virtual | 9:30AM 5:30PM EDT
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  • Aug 25, 2025 - Aug 27, 2025 (3 days)
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  • Dec 8, 2025 - Dec 10, 2025 (3 days)
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FAQ

Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?

Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.

What languages are used to deliver training?

Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.

What does GTR stand for?

GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.

Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?

Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.

What does vendor-authorized training mean?

As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.

Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?

It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.

How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?

We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.

Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?

Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.

Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?

Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.

Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?

We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth.  We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.

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Will I get access to content after I complete a course?

You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.

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Reviews

Some Labs are very good but some steps it ask to update but its already updated, but overall its very good training.

The training was very good to understand the concepts and how to set up things .

The class covered the concepts needed for the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification.

Instructor was great, course was mostly very good except for too much focus on pricing

Good Course. We covered a lot of material in a short amount of time. This course had useful labs that built upon each other.