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ICTNWK524 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install and configure network access storage devices

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency ICTNWK524 - Install and configure network access storage devices
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, install and test a network access storage (NAS) device in a local area network (LAN).It applies to individuals who install, configure and test a NAS device.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the network industry, and include access to:

a NAS device or basic components to build a NAS, such as personal computer, operating system, hard disk, and network connection

network devices, such as switches and routers

workstations and servers

cabling access points and a wireless access point.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine specifications for NAS
  • Determine and document the topology of the local area network (LAN)
  • Investigate and determine current and future storage requirements according to current and future business needs
  • Determine the number and type of NAS devices required, and refer to current and future network requirements
  • Determine the requirements for network management, backup, security and redundancy according to organisational policy
       
Element: Select appropriate hardware and software
  • Select the hardware and operating system software version with the appropriate features according to required specifications
  • Choose storage applications to determine access and response times
       
Element: Install hardware and software
  • Install required level of RAID hardware or software
  • Install hard disks as specified by manufacturer instructions
  • Install operating system software according to manufacturer instructions
  • Connect to network media using media that meets required standard
  • Connect power, power it up and check operation
       
Element: Configure NAS
  • Configure a network address and hostname
  • Establish and test a valid network connection with other LAN devices
  • Configure hard disks according to RAID requirements and format with appropriate file system
  • Configure access and security according to application and organisational requirements
       
Element: Test and troubleshoot NAS
  • Test NAS according to manufacturer requirements and organisational guidelines
  • Ensure access and response times are acceptable to required applications, users and organisational policy
  • Make adjustments to the configuration, depending on test and troubleshooting results
       


Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Determine specifications for NAS

1.1 Determine and document the topology of the local area network (LAN)

1.2 Investigate and determine current and future storage requirements according to current and future business needs

1.3 Determine the number and type of NAS devices required, and refer to current and future network requirements

1.4 Determine the requirements for network management, backup, security and redundancy according to organisational policy

2. Select appropriate hardware and software

2.1 Select the hardware and operating system software version with the appropriate features according to required specifications

2.2 Choose storage applications to determine access and response times

3. Install hardware and software

3.1 Install required level of RAID hardware or software

3.2 Install hard disks as specified by manufacturer instructions

3.3 Install operating system software according to manufacturer instructions

3.4 Connect to network media using media that meets required standard

3.5 Connect power, power it up and check operation

4. Configure NAS

4.1 Configure a network address and hostname

4.2 Establish and test a valid network connection with other LAN devices

4.3 Configure hard disks according to RAID requirements and format with appropriate file system

4.4 Configure access and security according to application and organisational requirements

5. Test and troubleshoot NAS

5.1 Test NAS according to manufacturer requirements and organisational guidelines

5.2 Ensure access and response times are acceptable to required applications, users and organisational policy

5.3 Make adjustments to the configuration, depending on test and troubleshooting results

Evidence of the ability to:

determine the specifications for a network access storage (NAS)

select the appropriate hardware and software requirements

install a network access storage (NAS) device without interruption to other local area network (LAN) services

configure LAN services accessing the NAS to allow user-less intervention for normal operation

test and resolve configuration problems.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the advantages and disadvantages of NAS versus direct attached storage (DAS) devices

identify and summarise the legislative, regulatory, standards and codes of practice related to NAS

Identify and describe common hard drive types and connectors

identify and describe common network cable types and connectors

outline the common network topologies

describe the implementation and configuration of networks

recognise and describe redundant array of independent disks (RAID) configurations and state their application in data storage.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Determine specifications for NAS

1.1 Determine and document the topology of the local area network (LAN)

1.2 Investigate and determine current and future storage requirements according to current and future business needs

1.3 Determine the number and type of NAS devices required, and refer to current and future network requirements

1.4 Determine the requirements for network management, backup, security and redundancy according to organisational policy

2. Select appropriate hardware and software

2.1 Select the hardware and operating system software version with the appropriate features according to required specifications

2.2 Choose storage applications to determine access and response times

3. Install hardware and software

3.1 Install required level of RAID hardware or software

3.2 Install hard disks as specified by manufacturer instructions

3.3 Install operating system software according to manufacturer instructions

3.4 Connect to network media using media that meets required standard

3.5 Connect power, power it up and check operation

4. Configure NAS

4.1 Configure a network address and hostname

4.2 Establish and test a valid network connection with other LAN devices

4.3 Configure hard disks according to RAID requirements and format with appropriate file system

4.4 Configure access and security according to application and organisational requirements

5. Test and troubleshoot NAS

5.1 Test NAS according to manufacturer requirements and organisational guidelines

5.2 Ensure access and response times are acceptable to required applications, users and organisational policy

5.3 Make adjustments to the configuration, depending on test and troubleshooting results

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Determine and document the topology of the local area network (LAN) 
Investigate and determine current and future storage requirements according to current and future business needs 
Determine the number and type of NAS devices required, and refer to current and future network requirements 
Determine the requirements for network management, backup, security and redundancy according to organisational policy 
Select the hardware and operating system software version with the appropriate features according to required specifications 
Choose storage applications to determine access and response times 
Install required level of RAID hardware or software 
Install hard disks as specified by manufacturer instructions 
Install operating system software according to manufacturer instructions 
Connect to network media using media that meets required standard 
Connect power, power it up and check operation 
Configure a network address and hostname 
Establish and test a valid network connection with other LAN devices 
Configure hard disks according to RAID requirements and format with appropriate file system 
Configure access and security according to application and organisational requirements 
Test NAS according to manufacturer requirements and organisational guidelines 
Ensure access and response times are acceptable to required applications, users and organisational policy 
Make adjustments to the configuration, depending on test and troubleshooting results 

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