IBM CATE 000-109

The IBM Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2 exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 180 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.

IBM 000-109 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	IBM
Exam Name:	Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2
Exam Number:	C4040-109
Passing Score:	Not publicly disclosed
Real Exam Qty:	58
Related Certifications:	IBM Certified Systems Expert - Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2
Certificate Validity Period:	Certification program retired (historically active credential; validity period not applicable)
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice
Available Languages:	English
Exam Price:	USD 200
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Delivered through authorized IBM/Pearson VUE testing centers (historical exam).
Pre Condition:	IBM recommended candidates have 6-12 months of experience planning, designing, and implementing IBM virtualization technologies for AIX and Linux. Historically, prerequisite IBM System Administration and Enterprise Technical Support certifications were recommended for the certification path.
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.ibm.com/training/certification/ibm-certified-systems-expert-virtualization-technical-support-for-aix-and-linux-03006202

IBM 000-109 Exam Syllabus Topics:

Common Questions About the IBM 000-109 Exam

What is the IBM Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2 exam all about?

The 000-109 exam is the official IBM exam behind the CATE certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2 credential. It sits at the Certified Systems Expert level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Systems Expert - Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 000-109 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 000-109 exam contains 58 questions to be completed within 90 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.

What score do I need to pass the 000-109 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 000-109 exam is Not publicly disclosed, and the official registration fee is USD 200. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 180 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.

Are there any prerequisites for the 000-109 exam?

IBM recommended candidates have 6-12 months of experience planning, designing, and implementing IBM virtualization technologies for AIX and Linux. Historically, prerequisite IBM System Administration and Enterprise Technical Support certifications were recommended for the certification path. Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

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What topics are covered in the 000-109 exam?

The IBM Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2 exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• Implementation and Migration
• PowerVM Architecture
• Virtualized Storage and Network

For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.

IBM Virtualization Technical Support for AIX and Linux - v2 Sample Questions:

Question #1
An administrator is planning to update a server managed with Integrated Visualization Manager (IVM) from version 1.5 to version 2.2.
Which of the following statements should the administrator take into consideration?

A. The migration can only occur using a Serial Over LAN (SOL) console.
B. The partition profile data will need to be saved before the migration and restored once the migration is complete.
C. The administrator should use the Advanced Management Module (AMM) interface to specify the location of the migration DVD.
D. All client partitions should be shut down before starting the migration to avoid data corruption.

Question #2
A new NPIV VIO client is being built. How can the administrator log all virtual Fibre Channel adapters into the SAN so the WWPNs are visible for disk mapping?

A. Boot the LPAR to SMS and run the configure boot device.
B. Boot the LPAR normally, use the lsmap -all -npiv command on the VIO server to check it has logged in.
C. Boot the LPAR from a NIM server and access a maintenance shell.
D. Boot the LPAR into the Open Firmware prompt and run ioinfo command.

Question #3
When installing a Linux LPAR from an AIX NIM server, what steps are required?

A. Configure LPAR as a NIM client Copy DVD to local directory Configure Linux SPOT Boot into SMS and configure remote IPL settings
B. Add LPAR details to /etc/bootptab Copy DVD to a local directory and add directory to /etc/exports Copy network boot kernel to /etc/tftpboot Boot into SMS and configure remote IPL settings
C. Copy DVD to local directory and export via /etc/exports Copy network boot kernel to /etc/tftpboot Define LPAR as a NIM client and initiate a bosinstall Boot into SMS and configure remote IPL settings
D. Add LPAR details to /etc/tftp/other/kernel.conf Copy DVD to local directory and add to /etc/exports Copy network boot kernel to /tftpboot/kernels Boot into SMS and configure remote IPL settings

Question #4
How can an administrator list all VIO server (VIOS) commands run by any user?

A. The history -t command run as the padmin user.
B. The lsgcl command run as the padmin user.
C. The ioslog command run as the root user.
D. The alog -t ios command run as the root user.

Question #5
Which interface must be used to provide virtualization of tape library devices to client LPARs?

A. Virtual SCSI
B. LTO
C. USB
D. Virtual Fibre Channel

Solutions: