Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 Exam Preparation Guidelines

Setting Realistic Expectations

Please note that these questions are NOT official questions from the Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 exam. However, they cover the material outlined in the NCA knowledge sections below. Many questions are based on hypothetical scenarios designed to test your understanding of Nutanix concepts.

The official knowledge requirements for the exam are regularly reviewed to ensure that the latest updates are incorporated into these practice questions. Changes may be made to content without prior notice and are subject to change over time.

Questions will be shuffled each time you retake the tests, so it’s essential to understand why an answer is correct—not just remember that the correct answer was item “B” the last time you took the test.

NOTE: This course should not be your sole study material for preparing for the official Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 exam. These practice tests are intended to supplement your study of key topics.

Exam Content Outline

The Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 exam focuses on the following key domains, covering essential skills for Nutanix cluster and infrastructure management:

Cluster Configuration and Management

• Deploying and managing Nutanix clusters.

• Configuring clusters for performance and scalability.

• Performing upgrades and updates to Nutanix components.

Storage Management

• Understanding Nutanix storage architecture, including data locality and redundancy.

• Managing and configuring storage containers, policies, and replication.

Networking and Virtualization

• Configuring virtual networks and networking policies in Nutanix.

• Managing virtual machines, templates, and workloads with AHV or other hypervisors.

Monitoring and Troubleshooting

• Using Prism Element and Prism Central for monitoring and diagnostics.

• Identifying and resolving common cluster and component issues.

Security and User Management

• Implementing best practices for securing Nutanix clusters.

• Configuring role-based access control (RBAC) and user permissions.

Recommended Study Resources

Key Focus Areas

1. Understanding Nutanix Core Architecture: Learn about Acropolis Operating System (AOS), Prism, and hyper-converged infrastructure.

2. Cluster and Storage Management: Gain insights into cluster configuration, scaling, and storage replication practices.

3. Networking and Security: Develop proficiency in networking policies, access management, and ensuring infrastructure security.

4. Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Use Nutanix tools for system health checks and issue resolution.

Preparation Strategy

• Hands-On Practice: Work in a Nutanix lab environment to configure and manage clusters.

• Study the Exam Blueprint: Review the key domains and objectives provided in the official exam guide.

• Take Practice Exams: Test your understanding with realistic practice questions to identify knowledge gaps.

• Engage with Communities: Collaborate with peers in forums or study groups to share insights and solve challenges.

By focusing on these areas, you can enhance your understanding of Nutanix principles and improve your chances of success in the Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 exam.

Who this course is for:

• Anyone preparing for the Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 Exam.