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Novell 050-890 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Novell |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Novell Network Management: NetWare 6.5 |
| Exam Number: | 050-890 |
| Exam Price: | ~$150 USD |
| Passing Score: | 600 / 800 |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Novell Administrator (CNA) Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 70 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired, no longer renewed |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE (historical) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite exam at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Basic knowledge of NetWare and networking concepts; prior CNA recommended |
Novell 050-890 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Implementing and Configuring a Novell Network | 30% | - Setting up file and print services - Installing NetWare 6.5 - Configuring network protocols (TCP/IP, IPX) - Implementing security and access controls - Configuring eDirectory services |
| Managing and Maintaining a Novell Network | 25% | - Monitoring server performance and health - Performing backup and recovery - Administering eDirectory objects - Managing users, groups, and rights - Applying patches and updates |
| Troubleshooting a Novell Network | 20% | - Fixing file system and volume errors - Resolving network connectivity problems - Diagnosing server startup and service failures - Troubleshooting eDirectory issues |
| Designing and Planning a Novell Network | 25% | - NetWare 6.5 architecture and components - File system and storage planning - eDirectory design and planning - Network infrastructure planning |
What Candidates Ask About the Novell 050-890 Exam
The Novell network management:netware 6.5 exam (code: 050-890) is the official Novell exam that leads to the Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) / Certified Novell Administrator (CNA) certification. It sits at the Professional level of the Novell certification track. It is also connected with related credentials such as Certified Novell Engineer (CNE), Certified Novell Administrator (CNA). Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by Novell itself, which is why the 050-890 credential keeps showing up in job postings.
The Novell network management:netware 6.5 exam gives you 90 minutes to work through 70. Pacing matters more than most candidates expect, so before exam day, run at least one full timed session in the GuideTorrent test engine to learn how long you can afford per question. If an item stalls you, flag it and move on — coming back later beats burning five minutes on a single question.
The passing score for the Novell network management:netware 6.5 exam is 600 / 800, and the official registration fee is ~$150 USD. Remember that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so a timed self-assessment with GuideTorrent practice questions about a week before your exam date is a cheap way to confirm you are scoring comfortably above 600 / 800.
According to Novell, the following applies: Basic knowledge of NetWare and networking concepts; prior CNA recommended. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page before you register.
You can book your Novell network management:netware 6.5 exam through the official channels below:
Depending on availability in your region, the exam is delivered as Proctored onsite exam at Pearson VUE test centers.
Novell lists the following training options for Novell network management:netware 6.5 candidates:
Official courses build a solid foundation, and pairing them with the 191 practice questions from GuideTorrent shows you how ready you really are before you spend money on the exam itself.
Yes. GuideTorrent offers a free 050-890 PDF demo so you can review the question style, difficulty, and explanations before committing to anything. After purchase, your Novell network management:netware 6.5 material includes 365 days of free updates, and if your product expires after that, you can extend the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.
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The official Novell network management:netware 6.5 syllabus is organized into 4 main domains. The first three are Designing and Planning a Novell Network (25%), Troubleshooting a Novell Network (20%), and Implementing and Configuring a Novell Network (30%). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.
