Short on time before your HP0-781 exam date? The HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning question set from ActualCollection packs 154 practice questions into a format you can work through whenever a spare hour shows up. In 2026, plenty of busy professionals fit their prep into lunch breaks and commutes, and this material is built for exactly that.
HP HP0-781 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Hewlett-Packard (HP, now HPE) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning |
| Exam Number: | HP0-781 |
| Related Certifications: | HP NonStop Performance Management HP NonStop Server Administration HP NonStop Kernel |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired / No longer active |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 150–160 |
| Exam Price: | $150 USD |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-Based, Drag-and-Drop, Multiple Choice |
| Recommended Training: | HPE NonStop System Administration Training HPE NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning Course |
| Exam Registration: | HPE Certification Portal Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based testing at authorized Pearson VUE / Prometric centers; exam retired and no longer available for registration |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 6–12 months of hands-on NonStop administration experience; knowledge of NonStop OS, TMF, TS/MP, and system utilities |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://certification-learning.hpe.com |
HP HP0-781 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: CPU and Memory Tuning | 20% | - Resolving bottlenecks in CPU/memory - Process priority and workload balancing - CPU utilization and scheduling - Memory management and cache tuning |
| Topic 2: NonStop System Monitoring Tools | 25% | - Performance data collection and logging - Real-time vs historical analysis - Interpreting system reports and statistics - Use of Tandem tools: SCF, PERF, SCP |
| Topic 3: I/O and Storage Subsystem Optimization | 20% | - File system and disk cache tuning - Disk and volume configuration - I/O throughput and latency analysis - Network and communication tuning |
| Topic 4: Application and Transaction Tuning | 15% | - Database and transaction optimization - Workload modeling and capacity planning - TS/MP and TMF performance - Best practices for ongoing tuning |
| Topic 5: Performance Analysis Fundamentals | 20% | - Key performance metrics and indicators - System components and resource types - Performance monitoring principles - NonStop architecture overview |
Common Questions About the HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning Exam
The HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning exam is the official Hewlett-Packard (HP, now HPE) test registered under exam code HP0-781. Passing it earns you the HP Certified Professional - NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning certification, a credential at the Professional / Intermediate-Advanced level. It is also linked to the related certifications: HP NonStop Server Administration, HP NonStop Performance Management, HP NonStop Kernel. Hewlett-Packard (HP, now HPE) exams are valued because they test job-ready skills, so a passing score here carries real weight on a resume.
The HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning exam includes 150–160 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Do the pacing math before exam day: with that many items on the clock, you need a steady rhythm and the discipline to flag a hard question and move on instead of stalling. Two or three full timed sessions with the ActualCollection test engine will show you exactly what that pace feels like, so time pressure stops being a factor on the real day.
To pass the HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning exam you need 65%, and the official registration fee is $150 USD. A retake is not discounted: a failed attempt means paying the full $150 USD again, so treat your first sitting as the expensive one. A sensible rule is to book your seat only after you are scoring comfortably above the passing mark on the ActualCollection practice tests, not just squeaking past it once.
Recommended: 6–12 months of hands-on NonStop administration experience; knowledge of NonStop OS, TMF, TS/MP, and system utilities
Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current requirements before you register on the official exam page.
Registration for the HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning exam goes through the official channels below.
As for the delivery format, the exam is taken Computer-based testing at authorized Pearson VUE / Prometric centers; exam retired and no longer available for registration.
Hewlett-Packard (HP, now HPE) points candidates toward the following training options for HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning.
Course work builds the foundation; question practice makes it stick. The 154 practice questions in the ActualCollection HP0-781 package let you rehearse each topic under exam-style pressure before the real thing.
Yes. ActualCollection offers a free PDF demo of the HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning material so you can judge the question quality and format before spending anything. After purchase, your license includes 365 days of free updates, and if you want to keep receiving updates after that period, renewals are available at a 50% discount.
If you take the HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, ActualCollection backs you with a 100% money-back guarantee. The claim must match the exam your product covers: attempts taken within 3 days of purchase are not eligible (that is too little preparation time), and neither are downloaded-but-unused products, free materials, or expired orders. The candidate name must match the payer name, and you need to submit a scanned enrollment slip plus the official Score Report PDF within 2 days of the exam; claims are processed within 7 days. Prefer not to refund? You can swap instead and receive two other exam products of equal value for free while keeping the update service on your original purchase.
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The official HP NonStop Performance Analysis and Tuning syllabus is organized into 5 domains. Key areas include Performance Analysis Fundamentals (20%), I/O and Storage Subsystem Optimization (20%), and NonStop System Monitoring Tools (25%). The complete, up-to-date topic list appears in the exam topics section above; work through it line by line and flag anything you cannot yet explain in your own words.
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