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Symantec 250-253 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Symantec / Veritas |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix |
| Exam Number: | 250-253 (also known as VCS-253) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Multiple Response |
| Related Certifications: | Symantec Storage & High Availability Certifications Veritas Cluster Server 6.x Series |
| Exam Price: | $225–$250 USD |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 105 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 70–80 |
| Recommended Training: | Veritas Official Training: Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix |
| Exam Registration: | Symantec Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | In-person at authorized Pearson VUE centers or online proctored exam |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Unix systems and Veritas Cluster Server |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.symantec.com/en/ca/products-solutions/training/certification/path.jsp?pathID=250-253 |
Symantec 250-253 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Installation and Initial Configuration | 20% | - Creating and starting a new cluster - Installing and configuring VCS 6.0 on Unix - Pre-installation requirements and environment preparation |
| Troubleshooting and Security | 15% | - Resolving resource and service group failures - VCS security and access control - Diagnosing cluster communication issues |
| Cluster Administration and Maintenance | 20% | - Monitoring cluster status and events - Modifying cluster configuration - Backing up and restoring cluster configuration |
| VCS Architecture and Concepts | 20% | - High availability and clustering fundamentals - VCS components: nodes, service groups, resources, agents - Cluster communication and LLT/GAB protocols |
| Service Group and Resource Management | 25% | - Failover, switchover, and online/offline policies - Defining and configuring service groups - Resource types, attributes, and dependencies |
Symantec 250-253 Exam: FAQ for Serious Candidates
Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix is an official Symantec / Veritas exam, listed under exam code 250-253. A passing result earns you the Symantec Certified Specialist (SCS) / Veritas Certified Specialist certification at the Specialist / Intermediate level. It also ties into Veritas Cluster Server 6.x Series, Symantec Storage & High Availability Certifications, extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
Expect 70–80 questions inside 105 minutes on the Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix exam. That pace punishes hesitation, so rehearse it: the ActualPDF software engine simulates the real exam scene, reminds you of the questions you got wrong, and pushes you to re-practice them until the clock stops being your enemy.
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No mandatory prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Unix systems and Veritas Cluster Server
Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix goes through the official channels listed here.
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Symantec / Veritas recommends the following training for Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix candidates.
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The Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix syllabus spans 5 domains, led by Troubleshooting and Security (15%), Cluster Administration and Maintenance (20%), and Installation and Initial Configuration (20%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
Symantec Administration of Veritas Cluster Server 6.0 for Unix Sample Questions:
An application is experiencing failures. The application administrator wants Veritas Cluster Server to take all resources offline after failure. The application should remain offline.
Which attribute can accomplish this?
- A. Critical
- B. FailOverPolicy
- C. ManageFaults
- D. AutoFailover
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
What are two major functions of Low Latency Transport (LLT)? (Select two.)
- A. Cluster communications
- B. Traffic distribution
- C. Cluster membership
- D. Broadcast message
- E. Heartbeating
Correct Answer: B,E 🗳️
During testing, an administrator configures a Network Discover target to identify and quarantine confidential files. The target is set up with a Default credential that has read-only permissions on the file server. After running the scan and checking the results, the administrator finds several incidents from the scan, but observes that all confidential files are still in their original location, and the configured quarantine directory is empty (contains none of the confidential files).
Which two Discover target configuration mistakes might be causing the problem? (Select two.)
- A. The Protect credential is unspecified.
- B. The sharelist excludes all directories on the host being scanned.
- C. The Quarantine/Copy Share credentials are invalid.
- D. The Copy option is selected.
- E. The Default credentials are invalid.
Correct Answer: A,C 🗳️
Where in the GUI are Smart Response rules executed? (Select two.)
- A. Response Rules page
- B. Incident Snapshot reports
- C. Dashboard reports
- D. Incident List reports
- E. Incident Summary reports
Correct Answer: B,D 🗳️
Which agent entry point is used when running a virtual fire drill for a specific resource?
- A. Action
- B. Info
- C. Online
- D. Monitor
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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