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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Dell
Exam Format
120 min
Deploy
Registration
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
2 years
Pass a current version of the same exam; Pass a higher-level Dell Technologies certification exam; Complete Dell Technologies continuing education activities
D-VXR-DY-23 Exam Topics and Domains
D-VXR-DY-23 is organized into 10 weighted domains. Expect to work with VxRail Manager, vCenter Server, VMware vSAN, vSAN, and more.
1
Introduction to VxRail
8%
VxRail Architecture and Use Cases
VxRail Use CasesVxRail ArchitectureVxRail ModelsVxRail Software Stack
- Describe VxRail use cases and business drivers
- Explain VxRail architecture and components
- Identify different VxRail models and their characteristics
- Describe the VxRail software stack and its components
VxRail Management and Licensing
VxRail Management OptionsLicensing OptionsData Protection Options
- Describe VxRail management interfaces and capabilities
- Explain VxRail licensing models and requirements
- Identify data protection options for VxRail
2
VxRail Deployment Planning
7%
vCenter Server Options
Internal vCenter Server DeploymentExternal vCenter Server Deployment
- Describe vCenter Server deployment options
- Identify when to use internal vs external vCenter
- Understand vCenter sizing and placement requirements
Network Configuration Planning
Physical Switch ConfigurationNIC ConfigurationDNS ConfigurationvSphere Distributed Switch (VDS)
- Describe physical switch requirements and configuration
- Explain NIC configurations and redundancy options
- Understand DNS requirements for VxRail deployment
- Identify vSphere Distributed Switch features and usage
Node Discovery Planning
Node Discovery Options
- Identify node discovery options and methods
- Understand requirements for successful node discovery
3
Using VxRail Configuration Tools
7%
VxRail Configuration Portal
Creating VxRail ProjectsBuilding VxRail ConfigurationsConfiguration Review and Export
- Create VxRail projects in the Configuration Portal
- Build and configure VxRail cluster settings
- Review and validate completed configurations
- Export configurations for implementation
4
VxRail Hardware Installation and Initialization
8%
VxRail System Racking and Cabling
Rack Installation ProceduresCabling Procedures
- Describe VxRail system racking procedures
- Explain proper cabling procedures for VxRail nodes
- Identify power and cooling requirements
Node Configuration and Initialization
iDRAC ConfigurationSystem Time Configuration
- Configure VxRail Node iDRAC settings
- Set up system time and NTP configuration
- Verify initial node configuration
5
VxRail Network Environment Requirements and Initialization
13%
Network Configuration
Management Network ConfigurationvMotion Network ConfigurationvSAN Network ConfigurationVM Network Configuration
- Configure VxRail network settings for all network types
- Understand network segmentation and VLAN requirements
- Plan IP addressing for VxRail networks
Network Validation
Manual Network ValidationNetwork Validation Tool
- Validate network environment manually
- Use the Network Validation Tool to verify network configuration
- Troubleshoot network validation failures
6
Deploying the VxRail Cluster
13%
Implementation Procedure
Generating Implementation Procedure
- Describe how to generate the implementation procedure
- Verify all prerequisites are met before deployment
VxRail Initialization with Internal vCenter
Internal vCenter Deployment ProcessInternal vCenter Deployment Workflow
- Perform VxRail initialization with internal vCenter Server
- Understand the internal vCenter deployment workflow
- Monitor and troubleshoot deployment progress
VxRail Initialization with External vCenter
External vCenter PrerequisitesExternal vCenter Deployment Process
- Perform VxRail initialization with external vCenter Server
- Understand external vCenter prerequisites and preparation
- Integrate VxRail cluster with existing vCenter infrastructure
7
VxRail Post-Deployment Procedures
18%
Post-Installation Validation
Cluster Health ValidationESXi Host ValidationStorage ValidationNetwork Validation
- Perform post-installation validation of VxRail cluster
- Verify cluster, host, storage, and network health
- Identify and resolve post-deployment issues
License Implementation
vSphere LicensingvSAN Licensing
- Implement licenses for VxRail cluster components
- Assign vSphere and vSAN licenses
- Manage license inventory
vSAN Configuration
vSAN Settings ConfigurationRequired vSAN Settings Post-Deployment
- Explain vSAN configuration settings
- Configure required vSAN settings post-deployment
- Optimize vSAN for performance and efficiency
Native Backup Configuration
VxRail Native Backup
- Configure native backups for VxRail configuration
- Set up backup schedules
- Understand restore procedures
8
VxRail Cluster Upgrade and Expansion
8%
VxRail Upgrade
Upgrade RequirementsUpgrade Activities
- Describe VxRail upgrade requirements
- Identify supported upgrade paths
- Understand the upgrade process and activities
Cluster Expansion
Scale-Out Best PracticesCluster Expansion Process
- Describe VxRail scale-out best practices
- Understand the cluster expansion process
- Add nodes to existing VxRail cluster
9
VxRail Troubleshooting
10%
Log Collection
VxRail Log Collection
- Perform VxRail log collections
- Generate support bundles for troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Resources
VxRail Troubleshooting Tools
- Describe VxRail troubleshooting resources and their uses
- Access support documentation and knowledge base
vSAN Troubleshooting
vSAN Troubleshooting Tools
- Troubleshoot using vSAN tools
- Diagnose and resolve vSAN issues
10
VxRail REST API
8%
REST API Functionality
VxRail REST API OverviewCommon API Operations
- Identify REST API functionality available in VxRail
- Understand API authentication and structure
Using VxRail API
Performing Tasks with API
- Use VxRail API to perform tasks
- Automate VxRail operations using REST API
How do I earn this certification?
Passing D-VXR-DY-23 earns the Dell VxRail Deploy 2023 certification. It sits in the Hyperconverged Infrastructure - VxRail track.
Current Level Exams
D-VXR-OE-01 - Dell VxRail Operate v2
Next Level Options
D-VXR-DS-00 - Dell VxRail Design
Alternative Paths
- D-PVM-DS-01 - Dell PowerMax DeployComplementary storage infrastructure skills
- D-PE-OE-23 - Dell PowerEdge Operate 2023Server management skills applicable to VxRail nodes
- D-UN-DY-23 - Dell Unity Deploy 2023Alternative storage solution deployment skills
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Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for D-VXR-DY-23.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-05-19
- Announcement date: 2023-05-19
Updates
- VMware vSphere 8 8.0 VxRail 8.0 support for vSphere 8 likely to be included in future exam updates • Release date: 2024-11
- vSAN Express Storage Architecture (ESA) 8.0 New vSAN architecture represents significant change to storage layer - expect coverage in exam updates • Release date: 2024-11
- Data Processing Units (DPUs) Project Monterey DPU support and lifecycle management may be added to future exam versions • Release date: 2024-03
- 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors 4th Generation New hardware platforms affect model selection and deployment planning topics • Release date: 2024-09
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Dell partners supporting VxRail customers and Systems engineers deploying hyperconverged infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with VxRail products
- Knowledge of VMware vSphere and vSAN
- Understanding of server hardware and virtualization
- Networking fundamentals including VLANs and TCP/IP