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Nutanix Unified Storage Administration (NUSA)

This course teaches you the administrative skills needed to install, configure, manage, and upgrade three different Nutanix Unified Storage products: Nutanix Volumes - Learn how Nutanix Volumes...

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$2,650 USD
Duration 2 days
Course Code NUSA
Available Formats Classroom, Virtual

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    Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 2, 2026 (2 days)
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Overview

Course Description

This course teaches you the administrative skills needed to install, configure, manage, and upgrade three different Nutanix Unified Storage products:

  • Nutanix Volumes - Learn how Nutanix Volumes provides block storage for your VMs or physical hosts using the iSCSI protocol, with the same simplicity as virtualized workloads, consolidating infrastructure into a single unified platform.
  • Nutanix Files - Set up and manage Nutanix Files, a software-defined, scale-out file storage solution that provides Server Message Block (SMB) and Network File System (NFS) file services to clients.
  • Nutanix Objects - Learn how easy it is to use Nutanix Objects, a software-defined, scale-out object storage solution that provides a scalable repository for unstructured data.

Who Can Benefit

  • Systems operators evaluating file, block, and object storage using Nutanix Files, Nutanix Volumes, and Nutanix Objects.
  • IT administrators and business leaders who manage Nutanix clusters and want a detailed deep dive into Nutanix storage administration.
  • Anyone pursuing Nutanix Certified Professional – Unified Storage (NCP-US) certification.

Prerequisites

  • This course requires basic system administration knowledge, acquired through training or hands-on experience.
  • You should be familiar with iSCSI, SMB, NFS storage protocols, and S3 compatible storage; be able to create a VM through the Nutanix web console (Prism); and know how to run commands from the command line interface (CLI).
  • An understanding of Nutanix core concepts and definitions.
  • If you do not have these skills, we recommend taking the Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) class first.
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Course Details

Course Details

Course Outline

Installing and Configuring Nutanix Volumes

  • Understanding When to Use Nutanix Volumes
  • Deploying Nutanix Volumes and Understanding iSCSI Target Redirection
  • Configuring Nutanix Volumes

Managing, Upgrading, and Monitoring Nutanix Volumes

  • Failover and Failback Processes
  • Viewing Volume Group Metrics
  • Storage Management
  • Modifying a Volume Group

Analyzing and Optimizing Nutanix Volumes

  • Firewall Settings
  • IQNs/Allowlists
  • iSCSI Timeout Sessions
  • Troubleshooting Volume Group Capacity

Nutanix Volumes: Hands-on Labs (Windows and Linux)

  • Enabling iSCSI
  • Configuring a Volume Group with CHAP Authentication
  • Volume Group Metrics
  • Adding a Disk to a Volume Group
  • Configuring a Volume Group for Internal VM Access
  • Growing a Disk in a Volume Group
  • Removing iSCSI Volume Groups - External Access iSCSI
  • Removing iSCSI Volume Groups - Internal Access iSCSI

Installing and Configuring Nutanix Files

  • Introduction to Nutanix Files
  • Architecting and Sizing Nutanix Files Environments
  • Installing Nutanix Files
  • The File Server Dashboard
  • Configuring Nutanix Files
  • Cloning File Servers, Encrypting Data, and Blocking Files

Managing, Upgrading, and Monitoring Nutanix Files

  • Managing Nutanix Files
  • Directory and User Management
  • Working with Quotas
  • Synchronizing Data Across Multiple Locations
  • Using File Analytics
  • Using Data Lens and Smart DR
  • Optimizing File Servers
  • Upgrading Nutanix Files

Analyzing and Optimizing Nutanix Files

  • Understanding the Nutanix Files High Availability Process
  • Investigating Issues with Nutanix Files

Nutanix Files: Hands-on Labs

  • Creating and Mounting a Standard Share
  • Deleting Nutanix Files
  • Deploying File Analytics
  • Installing a Nutanix File Server
  • Creating a Distributed Share
  • Exploring Nutanix Files
  • File Analytics File System Scan
  • Creating an NFS Share
  • Exploring the Nutanix Files Console
  • File Analytics Anomaly Rules
  • Configuring Access to an NFS Share
  • Files Multi-Protocol
  • Managing File Share Permissions with MMC
  • Upgrading Nutanix Files

Deploying and Configuring Nutanix Objects

  • Introduction to Nutanix Objects
  • Nutanix Objects Architecture
  • Enabling Nutanix Objects
  • Deploying and Configuring Nutanix Objects
  • Configuring Bucket Policies

Managing, Upgrading, and Monitoring Nutanix Objects

  • Managing Directories and API Keys
  • Managing the Object Store
  • Managing a Bucket
  • Monitoring Nutanix Objects
  • Data Lens for Nutanix Objects
  • Replication with Nutanix Objects
  • Cloud Tiering
  • Upgrading Nutanix Objects Using LCM

Analyzing and Troubleshooting Nutanix Objects

  • Investigating Issues with Cluster Deployment, Read/Write, Upgrades, Cloud Tiering, and Replication
  • Log Collection for Nutanix Objects

Nutanix Objects: Hands-on Labs

  • Creating Buckets
  • Adding Users and Generating Encrypted Keys
  • Using the Objects Browser
  • Object Versioning
  • Sharing Buckets
  • Managing Buckets with an S3 Application
  • Objects Multi-Protocol
  • Enabling Nutanix Objects and Creating an Object Store

Schedule

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    Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 2, 2026 (2 days)
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  • Sep 10, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026 (2 days)
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  • Nov 23, 2026 - Nov 24, 2026 (2 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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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

Very interactive and in-depth course that really got me ready for the industry

Great training it covered the most importan topics if GitHub copilot with good explanation and good labs.

Overall it was a good bootcamp. A lot to cover so it is understandable that the pace had to be a little fast.

this class was informative, made me think about certifying for the suse manager cert.

Very good material, the instructor was clear explaining the topics, and the labs were easy to follow it.