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HP HP2-T28 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | HP (Hewlett-Packard, now HPE) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | HP BladeSystem Administration |
| Exam Number: | HP2-T28 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | USD $120-$150 |
| Exam Duration: | 105 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Exam Format: | Drag and Drop, Graphical/Exhibit Based, Multiple Choice |
| Related Certifications: | HP ASE - Server Solutions HP ATP - BladeSystem Solutions Integrator |
| Real Exam Qty: | 55-71 |
| Recommended Training: | Implementing HP BladeSystem Solutions |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration HPE Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Proctored at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 6-12 months hands-on experience with HP BladeSystem; no mandatory prerequisite exam |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://certification-learning.hpe.com/ |
HP HP2-T28 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Network and Storage Connectivity | 20% | - Network addressing and VLANs - Virtual Connect configuration - Storage access and zoning - Ethernet and Fibre Channel fabrics |
| Topic 2: Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Optimization | 15% | - Component replacement procedures - Health monitoring and alerts - Common issues and resolution - Performance tuning |
| Topic 3: BladeSystem Fundamentals and Architecture | 20% | - Power and cooling architecture - Enclosure models (c3000, c7000) - Server blade types and components - Mezzanine cards and I/O options |
| Topic 4: Installation and Initial Configuration | 20% | - Physical installation and cabling - First-time power-on and configuration - Onboard Administrator (OA) setup - Interconnect module installation |
| Topic 5: System Management and Firmware | 25% | - HP Smart Update Manager (SUM) - Monitoring via OA, HPSIM, and OneView - Enclosure and blade firmware updates - HP Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) |
HP HP2-T28 Exam: Frequently Asked Questions
The HP BladeSystem Administration exam is the official HP (Hewlett-Packard, now HPE) test registered under exam code HP2-T28. Passing it earns you the HP ASE - Server Solutions Integrator certification, a credential at the Professional / ASE level. It is also linked to the related certifications: HP ATP - BladeSystem Solutions Integrator, HP ASE - Server Solutions. HP (Hewlett-Packard, now HPE) exams are valued because they test job-ready skills, so a passing score here carries real weight on a resume.
The HP BladeSystem Administration exam includes 55-71 questions to be completed within 105 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 BladeSystem Administration exam you need 75%, and the official registration fee is USD $120-$150. A retake is not discounted: a failed attempt means paying the full USD $120-$150 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 hands-on experience with HP BladeSystem; no mandatory prerequisite exam
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 BladeSystem Administration exam goes through the official channels below.
As for the delivery format, the exam is taken Proctored at Pearson VUE test centers.
HP (Hewlett-Packard, now HPE) points candidates toward the following training options for HP BladeSystem Administration.
Course work builds the foundation; question practice makes it stick. The 55 practice questions in the ActualCollection HP2-T28 package let you rehearse each topic under exam-style pressure before the real thing.
Yes. ActualCollection offers a free PDF demo of the HP BladeSystem Administration 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.
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The official HP BladeSystem Administration syllabus is organized into 5 domains. Key areas include BladeSystem Fundamentals and Architecture (20%), System Management and Firmware (25%), and Network and Storage Connectivity (20%). 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.
HP BladeSystem Administration Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which two components of a server profile can be set to "HP Predefined" to make the profile hardware independent? (Select two.)
A. VLANs
B. MAC addresses
C. SAN definitions
D. WWIDs
E. Link aggregation
Question 2
Which features found in HP ProLiant Gen8 server blades are not found in HP ProLiant G7 models? (Select three.)
A. FlexLOM
B. 1.35V RDIMMs
C. Internal USB 2.0
D. iLO Management Engine
E. Internal SD slot
F. Gen2 mezzanines
Question 3
Where can information about the HP iLO Management Engine and Intelligent Provisioning be found?
A. www.hp.com/go/spp
B. www.hp.com/go/insightremotesupport
C. www.hp.com/go/smartupdate
D. www.hp.com/go/proliantgen8/docs
Question 4
What is the difference between mezzanine one and mezzanine three on an HP ProLiant Gen8 server blade?
A. Supported number of ports
B. Fibre Channel support
C. Flex and non-Flex support
D. PCIe version (2.0 and 3.0)
Question 5
Which BladeSystem Interconnect module supports FCoE Data Center Bridging?
A. Virtual Connect Flex-10/10D
B. HP FIex-10 10Gb
C. HP VC 8Gb 24-port FC
D. HP 4X FDR InfiniBand Managed Switch
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: B,D | Question 2 Answer: A,D,E | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: B |






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