Symantec 251-265 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Symantec (now Broadcom) |
| Exam Name: | Data Protection Administration for UNIX (NBU 6.5) |
| Exam Number: | 251-265 / 250-265 |
| Passing Score: | 67% |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 105 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-based, Drag-and-Drop |
| Real Exam Qty: | 70-75 |
| Exam Price: | $220–$250 USD |
| Related Certifications: | Symantec Certified Professional (SCP) NetBackup Administration Certifications |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2–3 years |
| Recommended Training: | Symantec NetBackup 6.5 Administration for UNIX |
| Exam Registration: | Broadcom Education (formerly Symantec) |
| Exam Way: | Proctored computer-based test (Pearson VUE / Prometric); retired exam no longer offered |
| Pre Condition: | Basic UNIX administration knowledge; hands-on experience with NetBackup 6.5 recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | Retired, no longer available; previously under Symantec/Broadcom Education Portal |
Symantec 251-265 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Storage Units and Media Management | 20% | - Disk and tape storage units - Volume pools and media lifecycle - Device configuration and robotics |
| Topic 2: NetBackup Architecture and Installation | 20% | - Components and services - Configuration of master/media servers - Installation on UNIX platforms |
| Topic 3: Backup Policies and Schedules | 25% | - Client configuration and file lists - Policy creation and attributes - Schedule types and settings |
| Topic 4: Monitoring, Reporting and Troubleshooting | 20% | - Common backup/restore failures - Activity monitor and logs - Performance optimization |
| Topic 5: Restore Operations | 15% | - File and directory restores - Redirected restores - Disaster recovery procedures |
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