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Symantec ST0-096 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Symantec |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Symantec Backup Exec 2010 (STS) |
| Exam Number: | ST0-096 |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-Based, Drag-and-Drop, Multiple Choice |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Not publicly specified |
| Real Exam Qty: | 158-160 |
| Related Certifications: | STS-Partner Accreditation |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | $150-$250 USD |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; hands-on experience with Symantec Backup Exec 2010 is strongly recommended |
Symantec ST0-096 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Installation and Deployment | 20% | - Installing Backup Exec components - Environment preparation - Licensing and initial configuration - Upgrading and migration |
| Topic 2: Configuration and Management | 25% | - Catalog and database management - Storage and disk storage configuration - Devices and media management - Security and permissions |
| Topic 3: Restore and Recovery | 20% | - Disaster recovery preparation - Application and system recovery - Granular recovery options - File and folder recovery |
| Topic 4: Monitoring, Maintenance and Troubleshooting | 10% | - Job monitoring and alerts - Log analysis and reporting - Performance optimization - Common error resolution |
| Topic 5: Backup Operations | 25% | - Advanced backup options - Defining backup jobs and policies - Backup methods and strategies - Application and database backups |
ST0-096 Exam FAQ — Opportunity Favors the Prepared
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The official Symantec Backup Exec 2010(STS) outline defines 5 domains. The leading three are Backup Operations (25%), Installation and Deployment (20%), and Restore and Recovery (20%). The full list is in the topics section above, and GuideTorrent's 160 practice questions cover each one.
The Symantec Backup Exec 2010(STS) exam contains 158-160 to complete within 90 minutes. Timed simulation in the GuideTorrent Desktop Test Engine teaches that rhythm before exam day does.
The ST0-096 exam is a Symantec certification exam validating the Symantec Backup Exec 2010(STS) syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: STS-Partner Accreditation. Candidates in 2026 start with GuideTorrent's 160 practice questions, available as a printable PDF, a Windows Desktop Test Engine, and an Online Test Engine — three versions of the same materials.
No mandatory prerequisites; hands-on experience with Symantec Backup Exec 2010 is strongly recommended Since requirements change over time, confirm the latest on the official Symantec exam page before scheduling.
The Symantec Backup Exec 2010(STS) exam requires 70% to pass, and registration costs $150-$250 USD. A failed attempt means paying the same fee again — a readiness check with the GuideTorrent engines before booking is the cheaper option.
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