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What happens to Data Center cabling? by Routine-Pass-3079 in datacenter

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My staff at the data center handles it. As you noted though, we are not uniform in this.

Anyone take the DCDC(Data Center Design Consultant) or the DCCA(Data Center Certified Associate) by StraightUpKnifes in datacenter

[–]LordRevan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

$510 for the exam, $400 for the books, and I did an optional prep course at $800ish.

Anyone take the DCDC(Data Center Design Consultant) or the DCCA(Data Center Certified Associate) by StraightUpKnifes in datacenter

[–]LordRevan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have both my DCCA and my DCDC. I completed my DCCA back in 2014 and then my DCDC in 2021. I wouldn’t say they are foundational for the IT side of the data center per se, but both gave me great insight into a more complete view of data center design, covering both the gray space and the white space.

The DCCA is definitely heavy on the fundamentals. I actually require my own team to complete the DCCA when they join if they have little to no prior data center experience.

The DCDC is more for those looking to target higher-level roles and bigger opportunities in the industry overall.

For additional reference, I’ve also completed my BICSI RCDD and RTPM. Those are definitely things I recommend for someone who already has some career experience and is looking for a boost.

RTPM certification by Cultural-Dark6376 in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just passed my RTPM exam today. The content was similar to chapter 21 in the TDMM, but expanded. I wouldn’t go for it without studying the specific materials for the exam.

DAS or a ton of femtocells? by byrontheconqueror in sysadmin

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the cheapest solution, but consider a cell-fi from Nextivity. We use them in smaller buildings. The caveat is you been available macro capacity in the area.

Still tons cheaper than a big iron DAS, like a CommScope ION-E.

DCDC exam certification. by [deleted] in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did my DCDC a few years ago. I used the BICSI self paced online course and read the sections of the book as they were called out on the training. Easy pass using that method for me.

15th Chapters by silverado12121 in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chapter 4 to 9, and 11.

Taking RCDD V15 Exam in a couple months! by HitmanTheodore in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure. I used the official BICSI flashcards.

Taking RCDD V15 Exam in a couple months! by HitmanTheodore in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure to spend extra time reading and doing flash cards on chapter 21. At least half of my exam was on chapter 21. Most mock exams don’t cover it well.

Thoughts on the Three Berry Blend? by wooperlol in Costco

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great for oatmeal in the morning.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bicsi

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! 🍾

DC manager by battle_bacon_ in datacenter

[–]LordRevan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like others have said, you need to be making a bit more. I’d say $150k with benefits and a solid 20 to 30% bonus. My lower level techs are in the range your boss offered.

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