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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Dell
Exam Format
120 min
50-60
Not publicly disclosed
Deploy Specialist
Registration
Varies by region
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass the latest version of the Dell VxRail Deploy exam; Pass any Dell Technologies Proven Professional Expert-level exam; Complete required Continuing Education (CE) credits
D-VXR-DY-01 Exam Topics and Domains
D-VXR-DY-01 is organized into 10 weighted domains. Expect to work with VxRail Manager, vSAN health service, Dell support portal, Network switches, and more.
1
VxRail Physical Components
4%
VxRail Cluster Architecture
VxRail Cluster ComponentsCluster Topology Options
- Describe the components that make up a VxRail cluster
- Identify the hardware and software layers in VxRail architecture
- Understand the interaction between Dell PowerEdge servers and VMware software
VxRail Rack Requirements
Physical Installation RequirementsEnvironmental Requirements
- Describe VxRail physical rack requirements
- Identify environmental prerequisites for VxRail deployment
- Plan physical installation considering space, power, and cooling
2
VxRail Deployment Planning
12%
vCenter Server Deployment Options
VxRail-Managed vCenterCustomer-Managed vCenter
- Describe vCenter Server deployment options for VxRail
- Differentiate between VxRail-managed and customer-managed vCenter
- Identify appropriate vCenter deployment for specific scenarios
Physical Networking Components
Network Switch RequirementsCabling Requirements
- Describe physical networking components required for VxRail
- Identify network switch and cabling requirements
- Plan network redundancy and performance
vSphere Distributed Switch (VDS) Usage
VDS Configuration for VxRailNetwork Isolation and Segmentation
- Explain vSphere Distributed Switch usage in VxRail
- Identify VDS configuration requirements
- Describe network segmentation best practices
DNS Options and Requirements
DNS Infrastructure PlanningPre-Deployment DNS Configuration
- Describe DNS options for VxRail deployment
- Identify DNS prerequisites and requirements
- Configure and validate DNS infrastructure
Node Discovery Options
Automatic Node DiscoveryManual Node Discovery
- Identify node discovery options in VxRail
- Describe automatic and manual discovery processes
- Troubleshoot node discovery issues
vSAN Storage Options
vSAN ESA (Express Storage Architecture)vSAN OSA (Original Storage Architecture)vSAN Encryption and Security
- Describe vSAN storage architecture options
- Differentiate between vSAN ESA and OSA
- Identify appropriate vSAN configuration for requirements
- Configure vSAN encryption and security features
3
Using VxRail Configuration Tools
4%
VxRail Configuration Portal
Creating VxRail ProjectsConfiguration Validation
- Create VxRail projects using Configuration Portal
- Generate deployment configuration files
- Validate configuration accuracy
Configuration Review for Implementation
Pre-Deployment Configuration ReviewConfiguration File Management
- Review completed configurations for implementation readiness
- Identify configuration errors before deployment
- Manage configuration files throughout deployment lifecycle
4
VxRail Hardware Installation and Initialization
8%
VxRail System Installation Procedures
Physical Installation ProcessPower and Cooling Setup
- Describe VxRail system installation procedures
- Install VxRail nodes in rack safely
- Configure power and cooling properly
Installing and Cabling VxRail Cluster Hardware
Network Cable InstallationiDRAC Network Connections
- Install and cable VxRail cluster hardware
- Implement redundant network connections
- Connect and verify iDRAC networking
Configure VxRail Node iDRAC and System Time
iDRAC IP ConfigurationSystem Time and NTP Configuration
- Configure VxRail node iDRAC interfaces
- Set up system time and NTP synchronization
- Verify iDRAC accessibility and time accuracy
5
VxRail Network Environment Requirements and Initialization
8%
Configure VxRail Network Settings
VLAN ConfigurationIP Address AllocationNetwork MTU Configuration
- Configure VxRail network settings
- Assign VLANs and IP addresses appropriately
- Set up MTU for optimal performance
Validate the Network Environment Manually
Network Connectivity TestingNetwork Performance ValidationFirewall and Port Validation
- Validate network environment manually before deployment
- Test network connectivity and performance
- Verify firewall and port configurations
6
Deploying the VxRail Cluster
24%
VxRail Initialization with VxRail-Managed vCenter
VxRail Manager Initial SetupAutomated vCenter DeploymentCluster Build Process
- Perform VxRail initialization with VxRail-managed vCenter
- Navigate VxRail Manager deployment wizard
- Monitor and verify cluster deployment process
VxRail Initialization with Customer-Managed vCenter
Pre-Deployment vCenter PreparationVxRail Deployment to External vCenterMulti-Cluster Deployment Considerations
- Perform VxRail initialization with customer-managed vCenter
- Prepare external vCenter for VxRail deployment
- Deploy VxRail to existing vSphere infrastructure
VxRail Initialization with vSAN ESA
vSAN ESA Deployment ConfigurationvSAN ESA vs OSA Deployment DifferencesvSAN ESA Network Requirements
- Perform VxRail initialization with vSAN ESA
- Configure vSAN ESA storage architecture
- Understand vSAN ESA network and storage requirements
Deployment Validation and Troubleshooting
Deployment Progress MonitoringCommon Deployment IssuesDeployment Rollback and Recovery
- Monitor and validate VxRail cluster deployment
- Troubleshoot common deployment issues
- Recover from deployment failures
7
VxRail Post-Deployment Procedures
18%
Post-Installation Validation
Cluster Health VerificationNetwork and Storage ValidationFunctional Testing
- Perform comprehensive post-installation validation
- Verify cluster health and functionality
- Test critical vSphere features
Configure Required vSAN Settings Post-Deployment
vSAN Storage PoliciesvSAN Advanced FeaturesvSAN Monitoring and Capacity Management
- Configure vSAN settings post-deployment
- Create and manage vSAN storage policies
- Enable and configure vSAN advanced features
Configure Native Backups
vCenter Configuration BackupVxRail Manager BackupVM-Level Backup Integration
- Configure native backup solutions for VxRail
- Set up vCenter and VxRail Manager backups
- Integrate third-party backup solutions
Additional Post-Deployment Tasks
Security HardeningMonitoring and AlertingDocumentation and Handover
- Complete additional post-deployment tasks
- Harden VxRail security configuration
- Set up monitoring and alerting
- Document deployment for operations
8
VxRail Cluster Upgrade and Expansion
10%
VxRail Upgrade Requirements and Activities
Upgrade PlanningVxRail Upgrade ProcessPost-Upgrade Validation
- Describe VxRail upgrade requirements and activities
- Plan and execute VxRail cluster upgrades
- Validate cluster health after upgrades
VxRail Scale-Out Best Practices
Scale-Out PlanningScale-Out PrerequisitesScale-Out Best Practices
- Describe VxRail scale-out best practices
- Plan cluster expansion activities
- Understand prerequisites for adding nodes
Cluster Expansion Process
Physical Node InstallationVxRail Manager Expansion WizardPost-Expansion Tasks
- Describe the cluster expansion process
- Add nodes to existing VxRail cluster
- Complete post-expansion validation tasks
9
VxRail Troubleshooting
6%
VxRail Log Collections
Log Collection MethodsLog Analysis for Troubleshooting
- Perform VxRail log collections
- Generate support log bundles
- Analyze logs for troubleshooting
Using VxRail Troubleshooting Resources
VxRail Documentation and Knowledge BaseDell Support and Community ResourcesVxRail Health Monitoring Tools
- Use VxRail troubleshooting resources effectively
- Access Dell support and community resources
- Leverage health monitoring tools
Troubleshooting Using vSAN Tools
vSAN Health ServicevSAN Troubleshooting ToolsCommon vSAN Issues and Resolutions
- Troubleshoot using vSAN tools
- Utilize vSAN health service for diagnostics
- Resolve common vSAN issues
10
VxRail REST API
6%
REST API Functionality in VxRail
VxRail REST API OverviewCommon API Use Cases
- Identify REST API functionality available in VxRail
- Understand VxRail API architecture and authentication
- Recognize common API use cases
Using VxRail REST APIs to Perform Tasks
API Authentication and ConnectionPerforming Tasks via APIAutomation with VxRail APIs
- Use VxRail REST APIs to perform tasks
- Authenticate and connect to VxRail API
- Automate VxRail operations using API
How do I earn this certification?
Passing D-VXR-DY-01 earns the Dell Technologies Proven Professional - VxRail Deploy Specialist certification. It sits in the VxRail Hyperconverged Infrastructure track.
Current Level Exams
D-VXR-OE-01 - Dell VxRail Operate v2
Next Level Options
- Dell VxRail Solutions Badge Comprehensive VxRail certification combining deploy and operate competencies
- Dell Technologies Cloud Solutions Badge Broader cloud infrastructure certification pathway
Alternative Paths
- D-VXR-OE-01 - Dell VxRail Operate v2 Complementary operations skills for comprehensive VxRail expertise
- D-RP-DY-A-24 - Dell APEX Cloud Platform for Microsoft Azure Implementation Achievement Cloud platform deployment skills building on HCI knowledge
- D-PWF-DY-00 - Dell PowerFlex Deploy Alternative software-defined storage platform expertise
- D-DS-FN-23 - Dell Data Scientist and Big Data Analytics FoundationsLeverage HCI infrastructure for data-intensive workloads
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-05-10
Updates
- vSAN ESA (Express Storage Architecture) 8.0 Major addition to D-VXR-DY-01 exam content • Release date: 2023-01-31
- VxRail 8.0.XXX 8.0 Replaces VxRail 7.0 content from previous exam version • Release date: 2023-07-10
- VMware vSphere 8.0 Foundation platform for VxRail 8.0 • Release date: 2022-10-11
- VxRail REST API VxRail 8.0 API 6% of exam dedicated to REST API • Release date: 2023-08-23
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by VxRail deployment engineers and System administrators deploying hyperconverged infrastructure.
- Understanding of hyperconverged infrastructure concepts
- Familiarity with VMware vSphere 8.0
- Knowledge of VMware vSAN
- Basic networking knowledge (VLANs, IP addressing, DNS)
- Experience with Dell PowerEdge servers
- Hands-on experience with VxRail is highly beneficial