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Oct 2, 2020
Release Date
Oct 18, 2025Last Updated

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Exam Details

Duration90 min
Passing Score63%
Languages English
LevelSpecialist (DCS-TA)
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years
Release DateOct 2, 2020

What topics are on the DES-1111 exam?

1

PowerMax and VMAX All Flash Features 20%

1.1
PowerMax and VMAX All Flash Models
1 subtopics
1.1.1Compare and contrast PowerMax and VMAX All Flash models
Learning Objectives
  • Compare and contrast PowerMax and VMAX All Flash models
1.2
Solution Positioning
1 subtopics
1.2.1Position PowerMax and VMAX All Flash solutions
Learning Objectives
  • Position PowerMax and VMAX All Flash solutions
1.3
Management Tools
1 subtopics
1.3.1PowerMax and VMAX All Flash management tools
Learning Objectives
  • Identify PowerMax and VMAX All Flash management tools
1.4
Virtual Provisioning
1 subtopics
1.4.1Virtual Provisioning concepts
Learning Objectives
  • Explain Virtual Provisioning concepts
1.5
Device and Port Management
1 subtopics
1.5.1Device and port management concepts
Learning Objectives
  • Describe device and port management concepts
Domain Hands-on Skills
Comparing PowerMax and VMAX modelsIdentifying management toolsConfiguring virtual provisioningManaging devices and ports
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Selecting incorrect model for use case
  • Misunderstanding virtual provisioning over-subscription
  • Improper port configuration
2

Business Continuity 10%

3

Replication 20%

4

Virtualized Environments 10%

5

Design and Sizing for PowerMax and VMAX All Flash 30%

6

Unisphere for PowerMax 10%

How do I earn the Des 1111 certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Storage - PowerMax/VMAX

Prerequisites

Next Steps

  • DEE-1111Expert - PowerMax and VMAX All Flash Solutions

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Pass a higher-level exam in the same track (Expert-level)Pass the current version of the same examEarn required Continuing Education credits through Dell Technologies Proven Professional program

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Official Documentation

DES-1111 Exam DescriptionExam GuideDell Technologies Proven Professional Certification RoadmapCertification GuidePowerMax Product DocumentationProduct DocumentationUnisphere for PowerMax DocumentationProduct Documentation

Community Resources

Dell Technologies Proven Professional CommunityCommunity ForumDell Technologies SupportSupport Portal

Study Tips

  • Complete both recommended training courses (ES132STG00366 and ES502STG01931)
  • Gain hands-on experience with PowerMax or VMAX All Flash arrays
  • Practice using Unisphere for PowerMax and SYMCLI commands
  • Understand the differences between SRDF/S, SRDF/A, and SRDF/Metro
  • Learn to use BCSD and VMAX Sizer tools for solution design and sizing
  • Study TimeFinder SnapVX snapshot technology and use cases
  • Review business continuity concepts including RPO and RTO
  • Understand virtual provisioning and SRP concepts
  • Practice designing solutions for different customer scenarios

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

PowerMaxOS10.3

New automation features and QLC drive support may appear in future exam updates

Released: 2025-09-24
PowerMaxOS10.2

AI-driven features and AIOps Assistant likely to be included in exam content updates

Released: 2024-10-22
Storage Direct ProtectionCurrent

New backup and recovery capabilities relevant to business continuity topics

Released: 2024-10-22
PowerMax 8500Current

New hardware capabilities affect sizing and design considerations

Released: 2024-10-22

Industry Trends

  • AI integration becoming standard in enterprise storage platforms
  • Automation and zero-touch management reducing operational complexity
  • Cyber resilience and recovery services gaining importance
  • Multicloud mobility and hybrid cloud integration
  • QLC drive adoption for capacity-intensive workloads
  • Performance optimization for AI/ML workloads

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

  • One of the following Dell Technologies Associate Level Certifications:
  • Associate - Information Storage and Management Version 2.0
  • Associate - Information Storage and Management Version 3.0
  • Associate - Information Storage and Management Version 4.0
  • Associate - Information Storage and Management Version 5.0
  • OR Specialist - Technology Architect, VMAX3 Solutions Version 1.0

Recommended Experience

  • Experience with PowerMax or VMAX All Flash arrays
  • Understanding of storage networking concepts
  • Familiarity with virtualized environments
  • Knowledge of data protection and business continuity principles

Experience Level: Intermediate

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

Exam Cost$[object Object] USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For2 years
Recertification
  • Pass a higher-level exam in the same track
  • Pass the current version of the same exam
  • Earn required Continuing Education credits

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