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IBM C2090-546 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux, UNIX and Windows Upgrade |
| Exam Number: | 000-546 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-65 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Price: | USD 200-250 (varies by region) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-based questions, Multiple choice |
| Passing Score: | 60-70% |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows |
| Recommended Training: | IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administration Training |
| Exam Registration: | IBM Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 9.7 for LUW or equivalent DB2 administration experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/training/certification |
IBM C2090-546 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: Utilities and Maintenance | - DB2 utilities
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| Topic 2: Database Administration | - User and security management
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| Topic 3: DB2 Architecture and Concepts | - DB2 instance and database structure
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| Topic 4: Installation, Upgrade and Migration | - DB2 9.7 upgrade processes
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| Topic 5: Performance and Monitoring | - Monitoring tools
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IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the IBM C2090-546 exam?
The C2090-546 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows (Upgrade) certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade credential. It sits at the Professional level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 9.7 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the C2090-546 exam, and how much time do I get?
The C2090-546 exam contains 60-65 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 C2090-546 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the C2090-546 exam is 60-70%, and the official registration fee is USD 200-250 (varies by region). 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 78 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 C2090-546 exam?
Recommended: IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 9.7 for LUW or equivalent DB2 administration experience Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the C2090-546 exam?
You can book the IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the C2090-546 exam?
IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 78 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
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What topics are covered in the C2090-546 exam?
The IBM DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- DB2 Architecture and Concepts
- Performance and Monitoring
- Installation, Upgrade and Migration
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 DB2 9.7 Database Administrator for Linux UNIX or Windows Upgrade Sample Questions:
Question #1
Which function/stored procedure CANNOT be used to view audit facility data?
A. SYSPROAUDIT_LIST_LOGS
B. SYSPROC.AUDIT_ARCHIVE
C. SYSPROC.AUDIT_DELIM_EXTRACT
D. SYSPROC.AUDIT_AUTH
Question #2
Table TAB_A and index TABA_IDX were created by executing these SQL statements:
If this SQL statement is executed after 100,000 records have been inserted into table TAB_A:
ALTER INDEX taba_idx COMPRESS NO;
Which statement correctly describes what will happen to index TABA_IDX?
A. The index will remain compressed until the COMPRESS attribute for table TAB_A has been set to NO.
B. The index will be uncompressed immediately.
C. The index will remain compressed until the COMPRESS attribute for table TAB_A has been set to NO and both the table and the index have been REORGed.
D. The index will remain compressed until it is REORGed.
Question #3
The SALES database was created without AUTOMATIC STORAGE. If the following command is executed: ALTER DATABASE sales ADD STORAGE ON '/db2fs1', '/db2fs2' What is the expected result?
A. The SALES database is converted to AUTOMATIC STORAGE, all new table spaces will use the AUTOMATIC STORAGE paths, ALTER TABLESPACE statement is needed to convert existing table spaces.
B. The SALES database is converted to AUTOMATIC STORAGE, all new table spaces will use the AUTOMATIC STORAGE paths, existing table spaces need to be dropped and recreated.
C. The SALES database is converted to AUTOMATIC STORAGE and all its existing DMS table spaces are in rebalance pending state.
D. The SALES database and all its table spaces are converted to AUTOMATIC STORAGE.
Question #4
If table TAB_A has just been created as follows:
Which command will create a compression dictionary for table TAB_A?
A. DELETE FROM tab_a
B. UPDATE tab_a SET c1 = c1*1.1
C. REORG TABLE tab_a
D. LOAD FROM data.del OF DEL INSERT INTO tab_a
Question #5
Given the following DDL statements:
What is the end result of the CREATE INDEX statement?
A. TBSP21 and TBSP22 will each contain one local index.
B. TBSP21 will contain one index because NEW_IDX is not partitioned and will automatically go into the first index partition listed in the create table statement.
C. TBSP11 and TBSP12 will each contain one local index since the local indexes will physically reside in the same table space as the related data.
D. INDEX_TS will contain one non-partitioned index since the create index command is missing the PARTITION keyword.
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: D | Question #2 Correct Answer: D | Question #3 Correct Answer: A | Question #4 Correct Answer: D | Question #5 Correct Answer: A |


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