Symantec 250-265 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Symantec (now Broadcom/Veritas) |
| Exam Name: | Data Protection Administration for UNIX (NBU 6.5) |
| Exam Number: | 250-265 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Related Certifications: | Symantec NetBackup Administration Certification |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 24 months from issue date |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-based |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 65-75 |
| Exam Price: | Approx. $250 USD |
| Recommended Training: | Official NetBackup 6.5 Administrator's Guide Symantec NetBackup 6.5 Administration for UNIX |
| Exam Registration: | Broadcom Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | Symantec 250-265 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Proctored online or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Basic UNIX/Linux administration knowledge; understanding of backup concepts and storage systems |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://support.broadcom.com/group/ecx/certification |
Symantec 250-265 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: NetBackup 6.5 Architecture and Installation | 20% | - NetBackup components and services - Initial configuration and media management - Installation on UNIX/Linux platforms |
| Topic 2: Backup and Restore Operations | 25% | - Manual and scheduled backups - File, directory, and full system restores - Cross-platform restore procedures |
| Topic 3: Monitoring, Logging, and Troubleshooting | 15% | - Log files and error codes - Activity Monitor and reports - Common issues and resolution steps |
| Topic 4: Backup Policy Configuration | 25% | - Policy creation and attributes - Client configuration and file lists - Schedule types and retention levels |
| Topic 5: Media and Device Management | 15% | - Media lifecycle and expiration - Storage units, disk pools, and tape libraries - Volume management and allocation |

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