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RHEL 7 Books for RHCE & RHCSA

You must all be knowing that Red hat has started taking RHCSA and RHCE exam now on Red hat Enterprise Linux 7 though they are still providing Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) and Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE®) Exam on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 via onsite and Individual Exam Sessions.

 

RHEL 7 Books for RHCE RHCSA

 

Currently there are not many RHEL 7 books for RHCSA and RHCE. And if you are taking training from Red hat certified partner you may get latest books viz. SA1 (RH124), SA2 (RH134) and SA3 (RH254) which will cover complete syllabus of RHCSA and RHCE exam on Red hat Enterprise Linux 7.

 

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I tried to find some useful books on RHEL 7 which you may find useful for your exam preparation. From time to time I will keep this post updated from the latest books which will help in clearing RHCSA & RHCE exam on RHEL 7.

 

Practice/Sample Papers for RHCE & RHCSA Exam (RHEL 7)

 

I have got many requests from students and RHCSA & RHCE aspirants for practice papers for these certification exams. At their request, I have made sample/practice papers for RHCSA (EX200) and RHCE (EX300).

If you have already taken your training & gone through the below books and want to test your Linux skills, then I will recommend you to buy RHEL 7: Practice Papers for RHCSA & RHCE.

 

rhel7 practice paper dumps

 

This book contains a good set of questions for your practice and if you are stuck on any question, you can check answer sheet given at the last of this book. Do check this book and let me know what you think about it. If you purchase this book, don’t forget to leave your review. I am sure you will like this book and it will help you to clear RHCSA and RHCE exams in the first attempt.

This book will be continually updated with new questions and sample papers from time to time. If you find any errors in the book, do let me know.

 

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RHEL 7 Books for RHCE & RHCSA

 

1. Practical Guide to Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (7th Edition)

This book is from Mark G. Sobell and I choose this book because it gives you in-depth knowledge of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. With this book, you can master your Linux administration skills and security using the command line, GUI tools, Python, systemd, and Firewalld.

 

fedora-rhel7-book

 

This book also contains the configuration and setup of database services like MariaDB and MySQL. Installation and configuration of MariaDB is also on the RHCE syllabus, so it will help you a lot in the preparation for your Red Hat exam. Apart from this, it covers the full exam objectives also for the LPI Linux Essentials exam plus extensive coverage of the CompTIA Linux+ exam objectives.

 

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2. Red Hat RHCE/RHCSA 7 Cert Guide

 

This is Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 (EX200 and EX300) complete certification guide by Sander van Vugt. Sander has very rich experience in Linux and this is a must-have book if you are thinking to give Red Hat RHCE/RHCSA 7 exam and want to clear it.

 

Red Hat RHCE/RHCSA 7 Cert Guide

 

This book is a must-have and below are some of its features that will make up your mind.
 

  • Step-by-step chapter labs to help you practice what you’ve just learned.
  • Pre-exam theoretical exam to help you decide if you’re ready for the real exam.
  • 4 sample exams (2 RHCE, 2 RHCSA) delivered through Pearson’s state-of-the-art PCPT test engine.
  • Pre-chapter “Do I Know This Already” (DIKTA) quizzes to assess your knowledge of each chapter’s content, so you can decide how much time to spend on each section.
  • Chapter-ending Exam preparation sections delivering even more exercises and troubleshooting scenarios.

 

This RHEL 7 book is currently only on PRE-ORDER and you will have to wait for some time. This book is specially written for RHCSA and RHCE exam on RHEL 7. Do have a look at this book.

 

3. RHCSA/RHCE Red Hat Linux Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition

 

This RHEL 7 certification guide is by Michael Jang, who is a very popular author and has good experience in writing certification guides for RHCSA and RHCE aspirants.

 

RHCSA/RHCE Red Hat Linux Certification Study Guide, Seventh Edition

 

This book is fully revised to cover the recently released Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and the corresponding RHCSA and RHCE certification exams. You can refer to this book if you are preparing for RHEL 7 certification as this book covers all official exam objectives for the new exams.

 

4. RHCSA & RHCE Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7: Training and Exam Preparation Guide (EX200 and EX300), Third Edition

This RHCSA and RHCE cert guide is from Asghar Ghori and the author has good experience in Linux and gives tips for the exam. This is the updated version of the previous book from Asghar and covers all the new topics which are objectives of the RHEL 7 exam and will help in clearing the RHEL 7 exam.

 

RHCSA RHCECertification Study Guide, 3rd Edition Asghar Ghori

 

  • Updated to the latest version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7
  • Updated to cover ALL official exam objectives for the RHCSA and RHCE exams based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7
  • Step-by-step exercises to accomplish tasks
  • Do-It-Yourself challenge labs at the end of each chapter
  • Concepts explained with diagrams
  • Commands and options summarized in tables

Overall there are 25 chapters in this book, 13 for RHCSA and 12 for RHCE. This book has 4 scenario-based sample exams, 2 for RHCSA and 2 for RHCE. This book is available for purchase.

 

5. RHEL 7: System Administrator Guide

 

This is an official system administrator guide from Red Hat for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and I will recommend this Free book/guide to you. It contains all the aspects of RHEL 7 and how you can work with the command line, GUI, basic system configuration, managing services, monitoring and automation, Kernel, module, and driver configuration etc.

This FREE guide on RHEL 7 is available for download and also in online form. You can read it in your own comfort.

Currently, these are the only books that I found a good reference for giving RHCSA & RHCE exam on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7. If there will be more such good books I will update this post. Let me know if you are reading some other RHEL 7 books for preparing RHCSA and RHCE exam and do not forget to subscribe to my LINUX newsletter for more tips and information in Linux/UNIX.

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64 Comments

  1. Harpreet Singh

    Hi
    Could you please suggest me to get materials for RHCVA.

    August 8, 2017
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Harpreet,

      Sorry, but I don’t have the idea about good material about RHCVA. I would suggest to go with Red Hat official material.

      August 8, 2017
  2. Brad

    HI, could you suggest some preparation for rhcsa? I am new to Redhat and would like to get certify. I am windows user for more than 13 years, its hard to start, but I believe its possible. Just need some guide from guru.

    June 5, 2017
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Brad,

      If you are windows administrator, would ask you to start with learning basic unix stuff first. Install Linux in your system and start practicing. Red Hat official books and administrator’s guides are good to start. Let me know if you need any specific help.

      June 6, 2017
      • Brad

        Hi Pawan,

        I have setup my Centos 7 and Redhat 7 in VM environment. I am preparing the test now.

        June 7, 2017
        • Pawan Bahuguna

          Great Brad,

          Do let me know if you need any help.

          June 8, 2017
  3. Philippe

    Hey Pawan,

    Thanks, your book is amazing. I passed the RHCSA exam EX200. I am now sure I will also pass the RHCE exam using just your book.

    March 18, 2017
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Nice to read such comments Philippe.

      Hope you have already reviewed our book on Amazon and good luck for your RHCE exam.

      March 18, 2017
  4. Philippe

    Hey Pawan,

    I have a new question. Please could you tell me why yum install system-config-kickstart comes back with the error Nothing To Do ?
    I’m using Centos7.
    I also tried running the command system-config-kickstart directly supposing it was already installed but it gave me nothing.

    Thanks !

    December 11, 2016
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      As per your comment looks, it is already installed. Even if it is not installed it should give error that there is no such command.

      December 14, 2016
  5. Philippe

    Good morning Pawan,

    My name is Philippe and I have a problem I thought you could help me with. When I try to create a new virtual machine in Virtual Machine Manager I get the following error:
    “Warning: KVM is not available. This may mean the KVM package is not installed, or the KVM kernel modules are not loaded. Your virtual machines may perform poorly.”

    when I run: # lsmod | grep kvm
    all I get is: kvm 525259 0

    I have a AMD A10-4600M APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics processor.
    I downloaded all the necessary virtualization packages, I started libvirtd and enabled it as well.
    I do not know what I’m not doing or what I’m doing wrong, my cpu supports virtualization and I made sure it is enabled in the BIOS but I do not know what kind of cpu RHEL7 requires for kvm or what I need to do to get this cpu to work with KVM.

    I also ran the egrep ‘(vmx|svm)’ /proc/cpuinfo and received no output.

    Please help me, I’m really trying to learn RedHat and pass my certifications but don’t want to keep getting frustrated.

    Thank you, I appreciate your help!

    Philippe

    December 8, 2016
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Philippe,.

      Have you installed the required KVM packages?

      Also, without KVM you can complete your RHCSA and RHCE syllabus as you don’t have to install OS in exam. Let me know if you need any other help or have any questions.

      December 8, 2016
      • Philippe

        Well that’s good news and thanks for your prompt response. Just to be sure, would you please give me the list of all the KVM packages needed ?
        The reason why I’m still trying to get KVM is because I’m studying Michael Jang’s book and the systems he’s asking to set up are through KVM.
        So without them, I won’t even be able to go through the book.

        December 8, 2016
  6. Nauman Sharif

    hi, i want to study RHCSA & then RHCE for RHEL7, what are the real exam papers codes for RHCSA & RHCE.

    October 3, 2016
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Nauman,

      Please check syllabus of RHCSA and RHCE, there you can find syllabus and exam code.

      http://www.pawanbahuguna.com/rhel-7-syllabus-rhcsa-rhce/

      October 3, 2016
      • sumanth

        Hi friend,
        Happy to see you here…
        how can i practice rhel 7 commands and some virtualization concepts…is there any open sources for practicing rhel..thanks in advance for u r reply

        October 15, 2016
        • Pawan Bahuguna

          Hi Sumanth,

          You can download CentOS ISO and can install it in software like VMware workstation and can do your practice.

          October 15, 2016
  7. Abhishek

    Can I buy 2nd book?

    September 29, 2016
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Yes, why not. Are you having trouble in buying book?

      September 29, 2016
  8. Sadanand

    Hello Pawan,

    I am having more than 10+ years experiance in windows and now i want to learn Linux administration.
    So how to proceed for that as a new learner?
    i prefer to start as my own, so which books and video i need to refer for that ?

    February 25, 2016
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Just start with basics and install virtual machine on your PC/laptop and start practicing. There are lots of free resource available online if you just want to learn.

      February 28, 2016
  9. Sonia

    Hi,
    Can anyone help me with the books for RHCE Books 2, 3 or 4? A download link would be appreciated. Also, does anyone know where i can practice using virtual server? any place when i can practice? I am sorry i am new to this and trying to learn linux

    October 14, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Sonia,

      We do not provide any download link. You will have to buy them. For your practice you can install any virtual machine software in your desktop/Laptop and install Linux or CentOS in it.

      October 15, 2015
  10. Rahul Aher

    I am interested in RED HAT Certifications.
    What do you think about the online training’s provided by them as its not possible for me to visit any center.
    And tell me one book that i should take to start preparing at least learning point of view.

    Also do you have any pdf or any material that you can share so that will be helpful for me.
    Thanks in advance.

    August 18, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Rahul,

      I have not gone through their online training so can’t comment. But I am sure Red Hat must be having very good training but it may be costly.

      Currently I am having Asghar Ghori book and it covers all the topics. I have also checked some part of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 (EX200 and EX300) book by Sander van Vugt in Safari store which is still not released, but it is also very good.

      August 22, 2015
  11. shankar

    Please send Asghar Ghori Rhcsa & Rhce Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 book links.

    June 30, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      No I don’t have that nor I provide any links for downloads.

      June 30, 2015
  12. Abhishek Kumar

    Hi Pawan,

    All the info is really very helpful. Actually I am working professional and so not getting much time for study much. If I will ask you to suggest me to study only one book among them, then which one you will suggest. which book will excellent to pass RHCSA/RHCE also with easy understanding.

    Thanks,
    Abhishek

    June 11, 2015
  13. Ramesh

    Hello pawan,

    Good morning brother,

    I had completed my degree course (B.E. CSE) in 2011, but I had cleared my 2 backlogs on 2013 (ie) Passed Out.

    And in 2012, I done my CCNA certification , till now I had no job. Now Iam interested to took up my career in Linux Adminstrator. but I don’t how to plan and prepare for this exam and how long it will take up for preparation.

    And I had lot of resources like CBT NUGGETS and YouTube video tutorials , lot of ebooks etc.

    June 10, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Ramesh,

      It totally depends upon you. If you are able to give good amount of time, then you can prepare early. You can use any resource for learning, the main thing is your concept. You can also join institute if you are not able to study at home.

      June 13, 2015
      • Nisha

        Hello,
        I could not clear my rhce on rhel7 in 1st attempt. Can you please give give m some tips that I can apply in my next attempt.

        June 22, 2015
  14. Mister X

    Hi there! can u bring me a proper syllabus for RHCSA and RHCE for RHEL7. I’ve Googled but there are various kind of syllabuses. Kindly advice

    May 22, 2015
  15. Greg

    Hi Pawan,

    I contacted Red Hat and they are no longer testing for enterprise 6. They informed me that they are only testing for enterprise 7 kiosk or instructor based testing. Can you check your sources to see if this is correct? I took admin1 and admin2 for rhsca but didnt take my exam for enterprise 6. A few years latter and Im a the point where I need to take the exam after person reasons have delayed my testing. Also is there any 1 or 2 books that you can recommend that are currently avaiable now? Im thinking of purchasing 4. RHCSA & RHCE Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7: Training and Exam Preparation Guide (EX200 and EX300), Third Edition. And or . Practical Guide to Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (7th Edition): Any book better then the other for passing the rhcsa ex200 exam for enterprise 7?

    April 28, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      Hi Greg,

      Earlier I read in Redhat website, that they can schedule RHEL6 exam on demand till December 2015 but now I am not able to find that. May be they have discontinued it.

      For RHEL 6, there are some good books and I have taken reference from those to clear the exam, please check here: http://www.pawanbahuguna.com/passed-rhcsa-rhce-good-marks/

      For RHEL7, there are currently 2 books only available for purchase as mentioned in above post, though you can take reference from Redhat workbooks. They are also very good.

      Or please wait for few months till the other 2 books are launched.

      April 28, 2015
  16. Mike

    How can you say the second book, the Cert Guide is a good book and you have read it when it’s not even scheduled for release until 7/15?

    March 3, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      I have seen video course of Sander van Vugt for RHEL7 and it is really awesome and I am sure book will also be based on same.

      March 4, 2015
  17. manoj hanse

    Hi there,

    This is for people wanting to give exam on rhel6. The time is limited likely till end of March. This month. For latest information check redhat website.

    Those who want to give exam on RHEL 7 and are migrating from 6 should know that there is a vast difference between v6 and v7.

    So you have to prepare yourself on 7 before exam.

    About books: for v7 no books available other than those from RedHat. And you will get them only if you join classes.

    But there is an option. Redhat site has a system administration guide that is not less than any book. So go out and check that. I am providing the link below.

    But for exam forms you need those books from Red Hat.

    https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en-US/Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux/7/html/System_Administrators_Guide/index.html

    Good luck.

    March 3, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      For RHEL 7, Admin guide is good to understand Red hat 7 and as I said in my article above that original books from Red hat covers complete RHCSA and RHCE syllabus are ultimate.

      Soon RHCE/RHCSA 7 Cert Guide by Sander will hit the market than I think student can take reference from that book also.

      March 4, 2015
  18. M Nagappa

    These books are very good for certification.

    February 9, 2015
  19. LinuxUser

    Hi Pawan ,

    Thanks a lot..I am preparing for RHCSA on RHEL 6 for past two months .Do you have any idea as to what is the deadline upto which we can take exams on RHEL 6 as RHEL 7 has released . Shall I Jump to RHEL 7?? What do you suggest ?

    Thanks

    January 10, 2015
    • Pawan Bahuguna

      I will suggest you to take Exam on RHEK 7 though red hat is still taking exam on RHEL 6 and there is no such date of its retirement.

      January 10, 2015
      • Harshal

        Hi I want to know whether should I give exam for rhel6 or rhel7. I want to do certification exam. Some people suggest me go for 6 some saying 7

        January 18, 2015
        • Pawan Bahuguna

          I will suggest to exam on RHEL 7 as it is always good to take exam of latest version and soon their may be demand of people who are good in RHEL 7 in industries.

          January 18, 2015
          • Parul Batra

            Hi,

            Please let me know if EX200 exam is available at Pearson exam center? How to book the slot? I am self learning through books and videos.

            February 15, 2015
          • Pawan Bahuguna

            I doubt Pearson has that exam. You can check with your local Red hat approved center for booking Red hat exam. Check below link.

            https://www.redhat.com/en/services/training/locations-facilities

            February 15, 2015
      • LinuxUser

        Thanks Pawan. I have passed in RHCSA (RHEL 7) but problem is that I don’t know where I lost the points. Would I have been penalized for creating a back up of configuration files or a test directory which i created for testing out stuff in the exam ?

        Thanks

        July 7, 2015
        • Pawan Bahuguna

          Congrats buddy! That’s is very interesting question. Actually we do not have any option to know that. I don’t think creating backup files or directories will be a problem in Redhat exams.

          July 7, 2015
        • Philippe

          Hey there,
          congratulations ! I’m next in line.
          I just had a quick question: If you could give me an estimate in percentage, how many percent of the stuffs that are in Pawan’s book in the exam ?
          Not doubting his book, I just would like to know if I need more study materials or I could just focus on his.
          Thank you!

          December 11, 2016
          • Pawan Bahuguna

            All parts are covered in the book. It has sample papers and would help you if you have already completed your study for the EXAM.

            December 12, 2016
          • Philippe

            Thank you Pawan, you’re the man!
            🙂

            December 16, 2016