The following is a set of systematic and practical study methods and exam skills that I have summarized specifically for the HPE0-S59 (HPE Compute Solutions) certification exam. This method focuses on the five knowledge domains of HPE0-S59 and combines the characteristics of the exam style to help you achieve "systematic mastery + exam breakthroughs".
Part 1: Effective Study Methods for HPE0-S59
The HPE0-S59 exam covers a broad range of product families, deployment technologies, and management tools. Therefore, a successful study strategy must balance memory retention, deep understanding, practical thinking, and scenario analysis.
1. Break Down by Module + Case-Based Learning
Divide the exam into the five official knowledge domains, and use customer scenarios as your anchor:
| Module | Recommended Study Method |
|---|---|
| Understand and position products | Build product comparison cards + scenario quizzes |
| Plan and design server solutions | Convert needs into architecture diagrams |
| Install and configure servers | Simulate deployment steps + draw setup diagrams |
| Troubleshoot HPE server solutions | Practice root-cause logic + diagnostic workflows |
| Manage and maintain infrastructure | Tool comparison charts + monitoring log exercises |
Tip: For each topic you study, immediately do 2 tasks:
➊ Create a customer scenario, and ➋ Apply what you’ve learned to solve it.
2. "Three-Diagram Method": Architecture – Use Case – Tool Workflow
Architecture Map: Visualize product structure (e.g., ProLiant vs Apollo vs Synergy)
Use Case Diagram: Draw deployment layouts (RAID, clustering, network)
Tool Flowchart: Show provisioning pipeline (OneView → Profile → Server)
Each time you finish a topic, draw one of the three diagrams to lock in your understanding.
3. Tool Comparison Sheet + Quick Feature Flashcards
Build a reference sheet of common tools and their functions:
| Tool/Technology | Main Purpose | Module Focus | Memory Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| iLO | Out-of-band mgmt & diagnostics | Install, Troubleshoot | iLO = Intelligent Look-Out |
| OneView | Profile-based infrastructure mgmt | Management | OneView = One Unified View |
| InfoSight | Predictive analytics + bottleneck | Monitoring | Info = Insight |
| SSA (Smart Array) | RAID setup + disk management | Install | SSA = Smart Storage Admin |
4. Active Recall + Mixed Practice Strategy
After every major study block:
Close your notes and try to explain key points out loud
Combine topics in quizzes (e.g., product match + RAID level + firmware tool)
Space your review every 2–3 days to reinforce cross-domain links
5. Error Log + Weekly Analysis of Mistake Patterns
Log each wrong answer with these details:
Mistake Type: misunderstood concept / misread question / tool confusion
Correction Note: flashcard / diagram / official doc reference
Every Friday: list your 3 most frequent mistake areas and set next week's correction goals
Part 2: Practical Exam Strategies for HPE0-S59
The HPE0-S59 is a scenario-based, multiple-choice exam. It prioritizes application over memorization. Here’s how to succeed on test day:
1. Keyword Extraction Strategy
In every question, look for the “intent” words:
“The customer wants to simplify edge deployment and integrate backup.”
→ Key phrases: edge deployment + integrated backup
→ Best-fit solution: HPE SimpliVity
Train yourself to highlight key business and technical needs before choosing.
2. Scenario First, Detail Second
HPE doesn’t test "What is Gen10 Plus RAM limit?"
It tests "Which product solves this specific business problem?"
Ask yourself in each question:
What is the customer's core objective?
Which product family is built for this scenario?
3. Four-Step Elimination Technique
When unsure:
Eliminate extreme answers (e.g., “All workloads worldwide must migrate”)
Remove technically incompatible ones (e.g., using Apollo for a branch office)
Compare the final two for logic and alignment
If still unsure, choose the option you've seen most often in practice questions
4. Time Management Strategy
Expect about 50 questions, with a total time of ~75 minutes
Aim for 1 minute 20 seconds per question on average
Skip and flag difficult questions — return in the last 10–15 minutes
Maintain momentum — don’t get stuck early
5. Your Golden Strategy in the Final Week
Review one full module per day (mind map + 10 practice questions)
Do a mock exam every 2 days
In the last 2 days, focus on:
Product portfolio and positioning
iLO / OneView / InfoSight feature comparisons
RAID levels and fault tolerance use cases
Troubleshooting processes and tools (e.g., AHS, SSA, logs)