HP ASE - StorageWorks Integration [2011]

This certification covers the entire HP storage portfolio, including the EVA, X9000, P4000 and P4800, P6000, P9000, HP StoreOnce D2D systems, and HP 3PAR servers and software. This certification validates that an individual has the knowledge and skill to design, build, install, manage, and configure enterprise-level Storage Area Networks (SANs) solutions.

This certification builds enterprise-level knowledge upon the core competencies gained at the AIS certification level by adding design and deployment skills on enterprise Storage Area Networks (SANs). Via the available certification training, the candidate learns how to design, implement, and troubleshoot backup solutions and SANs. In addition, the candidate learns the benefits of each storage solution, and how to install, configure and manage the products using standards and technologies such as heterogeneous Open SAN architecture, advanced Fibre Channel Switched Fabric topologies, SAN management, and SAN appliances.

Why earn this certification?

The IT professional who earns this certification is considered an expert on HP storage systems and acquires "best practices" knowledge" for designing, implementing and managing a complete storage solution for an organization - from the small business to the enterprise level. In addition, this individual gains the knowledge to implement a solution in a converged infrastructure environment, using a common management platform that also manages servers and networking components. These kinds of skills are critically important for anyone with a desire for a long-term career in IT.

Certification enables the IT professional to help companies maximize every dollar spent on IT. ASE certification provides deep understanding of the HP storage portfolio and allows the technical professional to build the right solution using the latest HP storage portfolio. The ASE is able to:

  • Drive lower total cost of ownership (TCO) by up to 65% through SANs integrated with HP BladeSystems
  • Deploy storage faster and use up to 95% less capacity with HP StoreOnce solutions
  • Provide 100% agility and efficiency for today's data centers through HP 3PAR Utility Storage

Ideal Candidate

For high-level presales and integration experts who have at least one year experience working with storage technologies.

Skill Level

Expert

Prerequisites

Certification Details

Upgrade Paths Available

Focuses on HP's all new Next Generation storage products. Of particular note, all candidates will learn 3PAR, which is the only virtualized storage platform that delivers 100% agility and efficiency for today's virtual and cloud datacenters. ASEs will learn how to provide autonomic storage, virtualize servers, and build secure multi-tenancy.

Completing this upgrade path also earns you the HP AIS - StorageWorks Integration [2011] certification

Get Certified

Requires an HP Learner ID