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Datacenter Technician

Infrastructure Hardware & Networking Expert Program

Train like an on-site datacenter engineer. Learn to rack, wire, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise-grade systems — all inside a real datacenter.

Who Should Join?

  • B.E/B.Tech graduates (EEE, ECE, CSE, IT)

  • Diploma holders in networking or hardware

  • Fresher engineers looking for real hands-on datacenter exposure

  • L1 Support staff aiming for L2/NOC/Infra roles

Complete Course Curriculum

  • Introduction to Datacenters

    • What is a Datacenter?

    • On-prem vs Colo vs Cloud

    • Datacenter roles, tiers, and best practices

    • Walkthrough of Jameel Ahmad’s in-house datacenter

  • Server Racking & Troubleshooting

    • Types of servers (rack/tower/blade)

    • Proper racking techniques and U-calculation

    • Cabling from server to switch and PDU

    • Identifying and resolving boot issues, POST errors, PSU faults

  • Switch & SAN Hardware Configuration

    • L3 switch racking and configuration

    • SAN switch setup, zoning, troubleshooting

    • Access port, trunk port, VLAN, and link aggregation

    • Fiber patching, labeling, and zoning layout

  • Datacenter Cabling & Crimping

    • Color codes (T568A/B), CAT5/CAT6 handling

    • Patch panel setup and labeling

    • Crimping RJ45 cables and cable testing

    • Identifying and fixing cabling issues in a rack

  • Routing & Enterprise WAN Setup

    • Cisco/Brocade router racking and setup

    • Configuring LAN and WAN routes

    • Static and dynamic routing (RIP, OSPF basics)

    • Troubleshooting network loops, drops, and failovers

  • Leased Line & Multi-ISP Configuration

    • Leased line modem setup

    • Load balancing and failover between ISPs

    • Gateway configuration on firewall/router

    • Real-world failover test scenarios

  • Enterprise WiFi Setup

    • Access Point mounting and range planning

    • Controller-based WiFi vs standalone

    • SSID, Guest Network, MAC filtering

    • Ubiquiti/TP-Link/Cisco AP configuration

  • Firewall Setup & Security Gateways

    • Racking and configuring hardware firewalls (FortiGate, SonicWall, pfSense)

    • WAN/LAN/DMZ zoning

    • Port forwarding, NAT, ACL

    • Testing inbound/outbound rules

  • NAS & Storage Configuration

    • Introduction to NAS devices (QNAP, Synology)

    • RAID setup, access provisioning, permissions

    • Mapping shared drives across the network

    • Backup automation and security lockdown

  • Infra Troubleshooting

    • Diagnosing server offline issues

    • Power issues, cable faults, overheating

    • Ping tests, loop detection, and network drop tracking

    • Logging faults and preparing escalation reports

  • Monitoring Systems

    • Installing and configuring PRTG/Zabbix

    • Monitoring server uptime, bandwidth, temperature, and storage

    • Alert systems for fan failure, HDD space, or WAN outages

    • Basic SNMP setup

  • VOIP & Communication Systems

    • PBX setup (hardware/software)

    • VoIP IP assignment, call flow testing

    • IVR setup and extension dialing

    • Troubleshooting dropped or echo calls

  • Power Backup & Cooling Systems

    • UPS types, daisy chaining, PDU mapping

    • Cooling layout: CRAC unit placement and airflow

    • Rack positioning: hot/cold aisle

    • Monitoring temperature and auto-shutdown logic

  • Rack Planning & Datacenter Layout

    • Rack placement principles

    • Load balancing by power and network

    • Planning cable routes and duct management

    • Labeling and documentation best practices

  • Complete Datacenter Setup – Capstone Project

    • From floor planning to power/cooling/network/storage

    • Work in groups to setup a full mock datacenter layout

    • Documentation: rack map, cabling plan, IP schema, escalation matrix

    • Present setup to panel + Q&A session

Why This Course

  • We don't simulate hardware — we touch, rack, cable, configure and secure it. This course is for engineers who want to build real infrastructure with their own hands."

  • This hands-on course is built for Electrical, Electronics, and IT Engineers who want to become on-premise and remote Datacenter Technicians — mastering both physical devices and enterprise-grade networking setups.

Course Duration

  • 6 Weeks | 5 Days/Week | 2 Hours/Day

  • 1 Bonus Week for Final Project & Certification Lab

Training Format

  • Duration: 6 Weeks

  • Format: Hands-on + Theory + Capstone Project

  • Mode: In-person (inside live datacenter)

  • Tools: Cisco, Brocade, Synology, Ubiquiti, Fortinet, etc.

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Certifications You'll Receive

Completion letter + mock interview assistance

Certified Datacenter Technician – Infrastructure Hardware & Networking Program

Practical Hands-on Lab Certificate (In-House Datacenter)

After completion of this course

Job Roles You Can Apply For

1. Datacenter Technician​

2. L1/L2 Infrastructure Engineer

3. NOC Support Engineer

4. Network Field Engineerr

5. Server & Hardware Support

6. Enterprise Infra Implementation Executive

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Why Learn from Jameel Ahmad?

  •  Work on real servers, racks, and switches

  • Learn exactly what top companies deploy

  • Train in a professional datacenter environment

  • Get job-ready documentation & project portfolio

  • Direct mentorship from a veteran with 20+ years of IT Infra expertise

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