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DSDSC-200 Exam Topics and Domains
DSDSC-200 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Dell Storage Center Replay, SC4020 Controllers, SCOS, Dell Data Progression, and more.
Dell SC Series Storage Architecture and Components
SC Series Hardware Architecture
- Understand SC Series controller architecture and deployment
- Configure SC Series hardware components
- Troubleshoot hardware initialization issues
Storage Center Operating System (SCOS)
- Manage SCOS versions and updates
- Execute platform-level commands
- Verify system readiness for configuration
Volume Management and Provisioning
Volume Creation and Configuration
- Configure volumes with appropriate provisioning methods
- Select optimal RAID levels for workloads
- Optimize volume performance through pre-allocation
Data Progression and Tiering
- Configure automated data progression policies
- Design multi-tier storage architectures
- Optimize data placement for performance
Monitoring, Alerting, and Reporting
Enterprise Manager Monitoring
- Configure proactive threshold-based monitoring
- Set up automated reporting schedules
- Distinguish between monitoring tools and their uses
Storage Center Event Monitoring
- Monitor storage events in real-time
- Configure event notifications
- Respond to critical storage events
Dell SupportAssist
- Configure SupportAssist for automated support
- Understand SupportAssist vs manual monitoring
- Leverage proactive support features
Snapshot Management (Replay)
Replay (Snapshot) Architecture
- Understand Replay page architecture and dependencies
- Create and manage Replay snapshots
- Configure Replay retention and expiration policies
Replay Use Cases and Best Practices
- Implement Replay for data protection
- Use Replay for recovery scenarios
- Apply Replay best practices
Storage Array Deployment and Troubleshooting
Initial Deployment
- Deploy SC Series controllers successfully
- Configure network connectivity
- Verify deployment readiness
Controller Replacement and Troubleshooting
- Replace defective controllers successfully
- Troubleshoot common deployment issues
- Verify controller operation post-replacement
How do I earn this certification?
Passing DSDSC-200 earns the Dell SC Series Storage Professional certification. It sits in the Storage - Legacy SC Series track.
- D-PSC-MN-23 - PowerScale Maintenance 2023 For professionals interested in scale-out NAS storage
- D-PVM-OE-23 - PowerMax Operate 2023For professionals moving to enterprise-class storage platforms
- D-DP-FN-23 - Data Protection and Management Foundations 2023 Complementary certification for backup and data protection
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What's changed on this exam?
- Dell SC Series DSDSC-200 retired with no direct replacement
- Dell PowerStore Current New certifications D-PST-DY-23 and D-PST-OE-23 introduced
- Dell Unity Current Unity Deploy and Operate certifications available
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Storage administrators managing Dell SC Series arrays and Systems engineers deploying Dell SC Series solutions.
- Experience with Dell SC Series storage systems
- Knowledge of storage administration concepts
- Understanding of RAID, volumes, and storage tiering
- Familiarity with Dell Enterprise Manager
- Basic networking knowledge (iSCSI, FC)