Wednesday, 22 February 2017

C2040-412 IBM Notes Traveler Administration

Test information:
Number of questions: 59
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 71%
Test languages: English

Related certifications:
IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0

Exam 412: IBM Notes Traveler Administration

Description: Covers IBM Notes Traveler material as it relates to these competency areas:
Architecture
Deployment and Migration
Administration and Security
Troubleshooting

Architecture

Design/Architect IBM Notes Traveler deployment
Understand hardware/software requirements for deployment
Understand capacity planning
Understand IBM Notes Traveler limits (not the mail server etc)
Understand user concurrency limits for capacity planning
Understand memory usage (IBM Domino and Java) for performance planning
Understand connection flows between a user and IBM Notes Traveler and mail servers
Understand IBM Domino mail clustering
Design deployment dependencies 32/64 bitness for Java
Define the purpose of a load balancer in an IBM Notes Traveler HA configuration
Architect a database (SQL or IBM DB2) deployment for HADR
Understand platform limitations for HADR
Understand configuration requirements for connecting to backend database (JDBC URLs used to connect to database and join pool)
Understand IP sprayer failover

Deployment and Migration
Install IBM Notes Traveler (including IBM Domino)
Configure network (router, firewall, proxy, etc.)
Understand how to upgrade IBM Notes Traveler and IBM Domino (standalone)
Understand how to upgrade IBM Notes Traveler and IBM Domino (HA)
Install IBM DB2
Migrate from stand-alone servers to a high availability environment
Deploy Java security changes to allow JDBC driver load
Configure LDAP
Install IBM Notes Traveler client software (Android, Apple, BlackBerry)
Understand device specifics
Configure HTTP/S as it applies to the IBM Notes Traveler task

Administration and Security
Understand and use basic console commands
Register devices to use IBM Notes Traveler
Utilize HTTP tuning parameters
Understand how to perform Java configuration (JDBC driver)
Understand/Manage device and web administration
Understand database maintenance requirements for IBM Notes Traveler (Derby vs. enterprise database)
Understand device-specific encryption configuration
Work with Mobile Device Manager (MDM)
Integrate BlackBerry with and without BlackBerry Enterprise Server
Perform remote device management
Understand IBM Notes Traveler password requirements
Manage Allow/Deny Access
Understand the difference between IBM Notes Traveler Device Settings document and IBM Domino Policies

Troubleshooting
Monitor IBM Notes Traveler statistics
Read and understand IBM Notes Traveler logs
Understand client connectivity errors
Use collection commands based on need
Troubleshooting for capacity tuning
Understand when a device is requesting a full sync
Debug IBM Domino communication with IBM Notes Traveler
Monitor disk.memory, CPU and network

IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0
This certification is for experienced IBM Domino system administrators who need to plan, install, set up, and manage IBM Domino 9.0 Social Edition servers and users. The IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Notes and Domino 9.0 should be able to demonstrate skills associated with growth in expanding a Domino infrastructure through such areas as clustering, expanded monitoring configurations and replication/mail routing topologies. Additionally, the certified individual should understand integration points with other IBM products and have an understanding of OpenSocial standards.

Key areas of focus:
Installation
Administration
Networking and Integration
Security
Replication
Messaging
User Management

While the System Administration electives required to qualify for Advanced level certification are still in development, with the release of the Notes and Domino 9.0 certifications, the program is recognizing those System Administrators who also have experience in Application Development. These individuals can attain advanced level certification in System Administration by passing one or more of the Application Development 9.0 exams.

Recommended Prerequisite Skills
Basic troubleshooting skills
Understanding of messaging concepts and architecture
Basic knowledge of IBM Connections, OpenSocial standards
Understanding of composite applications
Basic knowledge of IBM WebSphere Application Server
Basic networking skills
Working knowledge of security concepts compatible with the Domino platform
Working knowledge web application and directory servers

In addition to the above System Administration skills, individuals who have proven their proficiency in IBM Notes and Domino 9.0 Application Development by passing either of the core Application Development tests or achieving certification in Application Development will qualify for this Advanced level System Administrator certification.

QUESTION 1
Which option describes how a load balancer is used for an IBM Notes Traveler High Availability
(HA) implementation?

A. secures connections between Notes Traveler servers and IBM Domino mail servers
B. spreads the user to server connections across multiple Notes Traveler HA Pool members
C. balances mail server traffic between Notes Traveler servers and clustered Domino mail servers
D. spreads large amounts of data across multiple Notes Traveler servers when users are
synchronizing a large attachment to a device

Answer: B

Explanation:


QUESTION 2
Once IBM Notes Traveler servers are put into production, what average percentage should the
CPU be below?

A. 65
B. 75
C. 85
D. 95

Answer: B

Explanation:


QUESTION 3
What is the minimum number of servers recommended for an IBM Notes Traveler 9.0 Service
Pool, IBM Domino mail and database server with high availability for all components on Microsoft
Windows or Linux platforms?

A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 11

Answer: C

Explanation:


QUESTION 4
IBM Notes Traveler mobile client to server traffic is secured over which protocol?

A. Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
B. Post Office Protocol 3 (POP3)
C. HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
D. Notes Remote Procedure Call (NRPC)

Answer: A

Explanation:


QUESTION 5
How can an administrator ensure that the network communication between the IBM Notes
Traveler server and the mail servers is optimized?

A. A different port other than the default RPC port of 1352 should be used.
B. The network connection should enforce secure socket layer encryption.
C. The network connection should not enforce secure socket layer encryption.
D. The Notes Traveler and mail servers should both reside in the same data center.

Answer: D

Explanation:



Wednesday, 8 February 2017

C2020-703 IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 Administrator

Test information:
Number of questions: 60
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 66%
Languages: English

This test is valid for TM1 v10.1 and TM1 v10.2.

Related certifications:
IBM Certified Administrator - Cognos TM1 10.1

TM1 Concepts (28%)
Identify the roles of TM1 architectural components
Identify TM1 objects
Identify BI Objects Relevant to TM1
Identify connectivity to different data sources

TM1 Installation and Administration (38%)
Describe TM1 readiness, installation, and configuration
Describe TM1 administration tasks
Describe TM1 security issues

Performance and Scalability (15%)
Describe performance monitoring and tuning considerations
Describe high-availability and load-balancing considerations
Describe deployment strategies

Troubleshooting (19%)
Demonstrate how to troubleshoot TM1
Demonstrate knowledge of how to recover from a disaster
IBM Certified Administrator - Cognos TM1 10.1

Job Role Description / Target Audience
The TM1 Administrator is responsible for the administration of the IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 environment. This individual will be able to participate as an effective team member on implementation projects.

To achieve the IBM Certified Administrator - Cognos TM1 10.1 certification, candidates must possess the skills identified under Recommended Prerequisite Skills, if any, and pass one (1) exam.

Click the test link below to see the overview, objectives, and test preparation recommendations.

Recommended Prerequisite Skills
Prior to your preparation for this associate-level certification, the following knowledge and skills are recommended and assumed:

Basic knowledge of OLAP and TM1
Basic knowledge of networking
Basic knowledge of operating systems
Basic knowledge of relational database technology
Familiarity with the terminology for the office of finance
Familiarity with IT terminology

Requirements
This certification requires 1 test(s).

Test(s) required:
Click on the link(s) below to see test details, test objectives, suggested training and sample tests.

Test C2020-703 - IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 Administrator

This test is valid for TM1 v10.1 and TM1 v10.2.

QUESTION 1
You want to deploy a new application using dimension calculations in Performance Modeler. The
application will be deployed in distributed mode.
Which two configuration parameters should be applied? (Choose two.)

A. PersistentFeeders=T
B. AllowSeparateNandCRules=T
C. DistributedPlanningOutputDir=.\tunit
D. LoggingDirectory=. . \log

Answer: B,C

Explanation:


QUESTION 2
Support has requested that the customer increase the logging in their tm1s-log.properties file.
Where is this file found?

A. In the same directory as the tm1 install
B. In the same directory as the web.config file
C. In the same directory as thetm1s.cfg file
D. In the same directoryasthetm1p.ini file

Answer: C

Explanation:


QUESTION 3
Which two TM1 Objects are potential data sources for a TurboIntegrator process? (Choose two.)

A. Rule File
B. Dimension Subset
C. Cube View
D. Application Folder

Answer: B,C

Explanation:


QUESTION 4
Your organization has security restrictions that prohibits the installation of software on end-user
workstations.
Which two TM1 user interfaces would be acceptable? (Choose two.)

A. Cognos Insight
B. TM1 Web
C. TM1 Performance Modeler
D. TM1 Application Web

Answer: B,D

Explanation:

Sunday, 5 February 2017

C2020-701 IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 Analyst

Test information:
Number of questions: 60
Time allowed in minutes: 90
Required passing score: 61%
Languages: English, Japanese

This test is valid for TM1 v10.1 and TM1 v10.2.

Related certifications:
IBM Certified Specialist - Cognos TM1 10.1 Data Analysis

The IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 Analyst exam covers key concepts, technologies, and functionality of the Cognos products. In preparation for an exam, we recommend a combination of training and hands-on experience, and a detailed review of product documentation.

TM1 User Interfaces (25%)
Demonstrate knowledge of TM1 perspectives
Demonstrate knowledge of cube views
Describe when to use TM1 Web
Describe TM1 Application Web
Describe Cognos Insight
Describe data entry mechanisms

TM1 Architectural Concepts (20%)
Describe basic server configuration
Demonstrate knowledge of TM1 Objects
Describe security concepts
Describe the reasons for usingTM1 as a data source for other products

TM1 Functional Knowledge (55%)
Demonstrate knowledge of how to analyze data
Describe how to use cube views
Describe how to use subsets
Describe how to create and deploy reports and templates

IBM Certified Specialist - Cognos TM1 10.1 Data Analysis

Job Role Description / Target Audience
The TM1 Analyst is responsible for manipulating business data to discover and understand trends and exceptions, and for performing predictive analysis for an IBM Cognos TM1 model. This individual will be able to participate as an effective team member on implementation projects.

To achieve the IBM Certified Specialist - Cognos TM1 10.1 Data Analysis certification, candidates must possess the skills identified under Recommended Prerequisite Skills, if any, and pass one (1) exam.

Click the test link below to see the overview, objectives, and test preparation recommendations.

Recommended Prerequisite Skills
Prior to your preparation for this associate-level certification, the following knowledge and skills are recommended and assumed:

Intermediate/Advanced competency in Microsoft Excel
Basic understanding of relational databases
Basic understanding of multidimensional data

Requirements
This certification requires 1 test(s).

Test(s) required:
Click on the link(s) below to see test details, test objectives, suggested training and sample tests.

Test C2020-701 - IBM Cognos TM1 10.1 Analyst

This test is valid for TM1 v10.1 and TM1 v10.2.
QUESTION 1
How do you configure a TM1 Web application so that users are not prompted for the TM1 Admin
Host every time they log in?

A. Modify the capability assignments in TM1 Architect.
B. Edit the pmpsvc_config.xml file.
C. Edit the web.config file.
D. Change security on the top-Level application folder from "private" to "public".

Answer: C

Explanation:


QUESTION 2
A company uses Excel workbooks to access IBM Cognos TM1 data over a wide area network.
The company needs to improve the performance of their Excel workbooks which contain multiple
slices from multiple TM1 cubes.
Which two changes will improve performance? (Choose two.)

A. Convert all DBR() functions to DBRW() functions.
B. Make all DBRW() functions reference a single VIEW function.
C. Convert all DBRA() functions to DBRW() functions.
D. Convert all DBRW() functions to DBR() functions.

Answer: A,C

Explanation:


QUESTION 3
Why would you use Rebuild over Recalc in an Active Form?

A. When a conditional format on a report changes
B. When metadata is added to the TM1 model that must be displayed on the row
C. When data changes along the rows of a report
D. When a leaf element is added to a consolidated element of a report

Answer: B

Explanation:


QUESTION 4
A TM1 Application Web user has completed data input. Which action allows the user to lock the
data for review?

A. Commit
B. Save
C. Release ownership
D. Submit

Answer: D

Explanation: