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Symantec 250-318 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Symantec (now Broadcom) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2014 |
| Exam Number: | 250-318 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 75-85 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Exam Price: | $245 USD (varies by region) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-Based, Drag-and-Drop |
| Exam Duration: | 105 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2012 Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 15 |
| Passing Score: | 68% |
| Recommended Training: | Symantec Official Training Backup Exec 2014 Administrator's Guide |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | In-person at authorized Pearson VUE centers or online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 3-6 months experience with Backup Exec, basic knowledge of Windows Server, network, and storage administration; no mandatory prerequisite exam |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.broadcom.com/support/symantec-training-certification |
Symantec 250-318 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Security, Monitoring and Troubleshooting | 20% | - Security settings and user permissions - Monitoring jobs, alerts, and reports - Upgrades, updates, and maintenance tasks - Diagnosing common failures and errors |
| Topic 2: Restore and Recovery Operations | 15% | - Restoring from different media types - Granular application recovery techniques - File, folder, and system state recovery - Disaster recovery and simplified disaster recovery |
| Topic 3: Installation and Initial Configuration | 20% | - Post-installation configuration and settings - Installing Backup Exec 2014 server and agents - Licensing and license management - System requirements and compatibility |
| Topic 4: Storage and Device Management | 20% | - Configuring disk, tape, and cloud storage - Storage Spaces and advanced storage support - Media management and retention rules - Managing storage devices and media sets |
| Topic 5: Backup Job Configuration and Management | 25% | - Backup Exec 2014 job templates and policies - Defining backup selections and schedules - Backup for virtual environments and applications - Full, incremental, differential backup strategies |
Symantec Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2014: Frequently Asked Questions
The 250-318 exam leads to the Symantec Certified Specialist (SCS) certification from Symantec (now Broadcom). It is positioned at the Specialist level. The exam validates the knowledge and skills expected of candidates preparing for Symantec Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2014.
Related certifications include:
- Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2012
- Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 15
The 250-318 exam includes 75-85 questions and allows 105 minutes. Before test day, divide the available time by the number of questions in a timed practice set to establish a steady per-question pace. If a difficult item starts consuming too much time, mark it for review and move forward instead of losing momentum. A full timed practice session can help you decide when to move on, when to return, and how much buffer to reserve for a final check.
The passing score for 250-318 is 68%, and the official exam fee is $245 USD (varies by region). Because a retake requires paying the exam fee again, use timed practice results as a readiness check before scheduling your next attempt. If your performance remains inconsistent, continue reviewing weak domains and repeat a timed session before booking the exam.
Recommended: 3-6 months experience with Backup Exec, basic knowledge of Windows Server, network, and storage administration; no mandatory prerequisite exam
Eligibility rules can change, so confirm the current requirements on the official exam page before registering.
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The current 250-318 outline is organized into 5 top-level domains. The first listed areas include:
- Security, Monitoring and Troubleshooting (20%)
- Installation and Initial Configuration (20%)
- Backup Job Configuration and Management (25%)
Review the Exam Topics section above for the complete outline and any nested subtopics.
Symantec Administration of Symantec Backup Exec 2014 Sample Questions:
Which two types of information can be viewed in the Job Monitor, besides the status of backup and restore operations? (Select two.)
- A. status of storage operations
- B. status of agent installation tasks
- C. status of scheduled reports
- D. status of Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) tasks
- E. status of alerts
Correct Answer: A,B 🗳️
Which task must an administrator run after performing a Simplified Disaster Recovery of SQL server to fully recover the SQL server application?
- A. run a file system validation on the server's C:\ volume
- B. perform a SQL restore job from the Backup Exec server
- C. log in to the SQL server to verify user databases are restored
- D. run a consistency check on the SQL server
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
Which two components must be installed on a destination server before an Exchange database can be redirected to that server? (Select two.)
- A. Microsoft Exchange
- B. Agent for Applications and Databases
- C. Exchange Management tools
- D. Agent for Windows
- E. Exchange Database Option
Correct Answer: A,D 🗳️
BEMCLI allows an administrator to perform tasks with PowerShell.
Which two tasks must an administrator perform prior to running BEMCLI scripts? (Select two.)
- A. change the PowerShell execution policy to RemoteSigned
- B. install the BEMCLI module
- C. install Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) 6
- D. install PowerShell v.10
- E. import the BEMCLI module into PowerShell
Correct Answer: A,E 🗳️
Which two conditions cause Data Discovery to fail to detect remote servers in the same domain as the Symantec Backup Exec server? (Select two.)
- A. The servers have Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) disabled
- B. The firewall on the remote servers is configured to block port 10000
- C. The remote servers have an old version of the Symantec Backup Exec Remote Agent installed
- D. The administrator failed to add the default logon account to the local administrators group on the remote servers
- E. The firewall on the remote servers is configured to block WMI traffic
Correct Answer: A,E 🗳️
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