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252
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Release Date
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Exam Details

Duration135 min
Passing Score300
Languages English
LevelAssociate
TestingPearson VUE
Valid ForDoes not expire
Release DateAug 2, 2021
Exam Cost$250

What topics are on the 1V0-2120 exam?

1

Architecture and Technologies 35%

1.1
Virtualization Fundamentals
3 subtopics
1.1.1Physical to Virtual Resource Mapping
1.1.2Resource Sharing
1.1.3Hypervisor Types
Learning Objectives
  • Identify how physical resources are presented to multiple virtual machines
  • Identify how virtual resources can be shared across multiple virtual machines
  • Identify examples of type 1 and type 2 hypervisors
1.2
vSphere Components and Architecture
2 subtopics
1.2.1Business Challenges
1.2.2vSphere Environment Components
Learning Objectives
  • Identify business challenges addressed by vSphere
  • Identify the components of a vSphere environment
1.3
Virtual Networking
1 subtopics
1.3.1Virtual Networking Components
Learning Objectives
  • Identify vSphere virtual networking components and types
1.4
Storage Technologies
2 subtopics
1.4.1Storage Access Protocols
1.4.2vSphere Storage Technologies
Learning Objectives
  • Identify the characteristics of storage access protocols for vSphere
  • Identify the characteristics of vSphere storage technologies
1.5
Virtual Machines
3 subtopics
1.5.1VM Files
1.5.2Guest Operating Systems
1.5.3VM Management Features
Learning Objectives
  • Identify the purposes of different virtual machine files
  • Identify the types of OS that can run on virtual machines
  • Identify use cases for virtual machine snapshots, cloning and templates
1.6
vMotion and Storage vMotion
2 subtopics
1.6.1vMotion Technology
1.6.2Use Cases
Learning Objectives
  • Identify the functionality of the vSphere vMotion and storage vMotion technology
  • Identify the use cases of vSphere vMotion and storage vMotion technology
1.7
High Availability and Fault Tolerance
2 subtopics
1.7.1HA and FT Characteristics
1.7.2Disaster Recovery
Learning Objectives
  • Identify the characteristics of vSphere High Availability and Fault Tolerance
  • Identify use cases of High Availability and Disaster Recovery
1.8
DRS and EVC
3 subtopics
1.8.1DRS Functionality
1.8.2DRS Scores
1.8.3Enhanced vMotion Compatibility
Learning Objectives
  • Identify the functionality of VMware Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS)
  • Given a DRS score, identify the meaning
  • Identify the use cases for Enhanced vMotion Compatibility (EVC)
Domain Hands-on Skills
Understanding virtualization conceptsIdentifying vSphere components
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Confusing Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors
  • Misunderstanding DRS scores
2

Products and Solutions 10%

3

Planning and Designing 10%

4

Installing, Configuring, and Setup 15%

5

Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades 5%

6

Troubleshooting and Repairing 5%

7

Administrative and Operational Tasks 20%

How do I earn the VMware Associate Data Center Virtualization certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Data Center Virtualization

Prerequisites

  • NoneNo prerequisites requiredOptional
    Entry-level certification with no formal prerequisites

Next Steps

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Not required for associate levelProgress to professional level recommended

How do I study for the 1V0-2120 Exam?

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Official Training

VMware Data Center Virtualization - Core Technical SkillsInstructor-led,Online,Self-paced

Free Resources

VMware Hands-on Labs (HOL)VMware vSphere DocumentationVMware Official ChannelVMware Tech ZoneVMware vSphere BlogYellow Bricks (Duncan Epping)Frank Denneman Blog

Community Resources

VMware Community ForumsReddit r/vmwareVMware User Group (VMUG)

Study Tips

  • Focus on hands-on practice with vSphere
  • Understand concepts, not just memorization
  • Use VMware HOL for free practice
  • Join study groups or forums
  • Review official exam blueprint thoroughly
  • Understand all vSphere components and their interactions

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

vSphere 8.08.0 Update 3

Future exam updates likely to include vSphere 8 content

Released: 2024-08-15
VMware Cloud Foundation5.2

VCF becoming central to VMware strategy

Released: 2024-06-01
Tanzu for vSphere2.0

Kubernetes integration increasingly important

Released: 2024-03-01

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • Basic understanding of virtualization concepts
  • Familiarity with data center operations
  • 6-12 months of vSphere experience

Experience Level: Entry-level

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$250 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid ForDoes not expire
Recertification
  • Not required for associate level
  • Can progress to VCP-DCV for professional certification

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