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Novell 050-690 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Novell |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Novell Network Management: NetWare 6.5 |
| Exam Number: | 050-690 / 50-690 |
| Available Languages: | French, Spanish, Japanese, English, German |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | Novell Certified Administrator (CNA) Novell Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Answer, Multiple Choice, Single Answer |
| Exam Price: | $125 - $200 USD |
| Passing Score: | 579 / 900 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 70 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired, no active validity |
| Exam Registration: | Original Novell Testing Portal Pearson VUE Novell (historical) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored at authorized testing centers (Pearson VUE / Prometric), retired from active testing |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Basic networking knowledge, NetWare 6.5 administration experience; no mandatory prerequisites |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.novell.com (retired, original link no longer available) |
Novell 050-690 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: User Access and Security | 20% | - Administer eDirectory objects - Configure rights and trustees - Implement security policies - Manage authentication and passwords |
| Topic 2: Print and Resource Management | 15% | - Install and manage NDPS printing - Configure login scripts and policies - Manage network resources - Monitor server performance |
| Topic 3: Maintenance and Troubleshooting | 15% | - Troubleshoot server startup issues - Resolve network connectivity problems - Fix file system and eDirectory errors - Perform backup and recovery |
| Topic 4: File System and Volume Management | 20% | - Configure disk quotas - Manage NSS and Traditional volumes - Manage file system security - Implement file and directory attributes |
| Topic 5: Installation and Configuration of NetWare 6.5 | 15% | - Plan and prepare installation - Configure basic server settings - Install NetWare 6.5 server - Update and patch NetWare 6.5 |
| Topic 6: Network Services and Protocols | 15% | - Set up eDirectory replication - Configure time synchronization - Configure TCP/IP and IPX protocols - Manage DNS, DHCP, and NTP services |
Everything You Wanted to Ask About the Novell network management;netware 6.5 Exam
Which domains make up the 050-690 exam?
The Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam spans 6 domains, and they are not weighted equally. The top areas are Maintenance and Troubleshooting — 15%, Print and Resource Management — 15%, Installation and Configuration of NetWare 6.5 — 15%. Budget your study hours to match those weights; the full domain list is in the outline section further up this page.
Are there official Novell courses for the 050-690 exam?
Yes. Novell officially recommends these training options for the Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam:
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What is the Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam, in plain terms?
The 050-690 exam is Novell's official certification test, and passing it earns the Novell Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE), Novell Certified Administrator (CNA) credential at the Professional / Administrator level. In career terms, it is verified proof of skill — the kind that moves you up the shortlist when your company works with Novell technologies, or when you apply to one that does. The same track also includes Novell Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE), Novell Certified Administrator (CNA), so this exam can anchor a longer certification plan.
What is the 050-690 passing score, and how much is the exam fee?
You pass the Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam at 579 / 900, and each attempt costs $125 - $200 USD — fail, and that fee is due again in full for the retake. Treat mock exams as insurance: keep practicing with Real4test until your scores sit comfortably above 579 / 900 twice in a row, then schedule the real 050-690 exam.
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How many questions are in the 050-690 exam and how long does it run?
The Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam packs 70 questions into 90 minutes. That ratio leaves almost no room for stalling, so time management is a trained skill, not luck. Our suggestion: rehearse full-length timed sessions in the Real4test engine, learn to park a question and return later, and walk into the 050-690 exam with a pacing plan already rehearsed.
What are the eligibility requirements for the 050-690 exam?
Recommended: Basic networking knowledge, NetWare 6.5 administration experience; no mandatory prerequisites Since Novell revises these rules from time to time, confirm the current prerequisites on the official exam page (https://www.novell.com (retired, original link no longer available)) before booking your Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam.
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Where can I register for the Novell network management;netware 6.5 exam?
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