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EMC D-PSC-MN-23 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Dell Technologies (Dell EMC) |
| Exam Name: | Dell PowerScale Maintenance 2023 Exam |
| Exam Number: | D-PSC-MN-23 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | ~50 |
| Related Certifications: | Dell PowerScale Deploy 2023 Dell Proven Professional - PowerScale track |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Scenario-based questions |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | Dell PowerScale training courses (official learning path) |
| Exam Registration: | Dell Proven Professional Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | EMC D-PSC-MN-23 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Proctored online or authorized test center (Pearson VUE depending on region/program) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended hands-on experience with Dell PowerScale systems or completion of Dell recommended training courses. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learning.dell.com/content/dam/dell-emc/documents/en-us/D-PSC-MN-23-Maintenance_PowerScale_Exam.pdf |
EMC D-PSC-MN-23 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: PowerScale Implementation | 28% | - Cluster configuration and validation - Node joining process (smartfail, reformat, reimage) - Compliance, SRS, and Hadoop integration tools - Cluster creation and initialization |
| Topic 2: PowerScale Hardware Concepts | 24% | - Management tools (WebUI, CLI, Serial Console, PAPI) - Gen 6 / Gen 6.5 node architecture and capabilities - Installation methods and tools (e.g., SolVe) - Networking requirements and cluster setup |
| Topic 3: PowerScale Hardware Maintenance | 24% | - Node readiness and operational validation - CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit) handling - Pre-maintenance preparation tasks - FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) replacement procedures |
| Topic 4: PowerScale Hardware Installation | 24% | - Node cabling and connectivity design - Initial system assembly procedures - Rack installation and physical deployment - Installation planning and site preparation |
EMC Dell PowerScale Maintenance 2023 Sample Questions:
1. Which interface can the customer use to automate the retrieval of the most detailed network traffic statistics?
A) OneFS API
B) Web graphical interface
C) InsightIQ
D) OneFS command line
2. A platform engineer is unable to join a Dell PowerScale node to an existing SmartLock compliance mode cluster.
What is the reason for this issue?
A) Node is an F-series node, which is not compatible with compliance mode.
B) Node is a Gen 6 node, which is not compatible with compliance mode.
C) Node was not rebooted into compliance mode before trying to join.
D) OneFS version of the existing cluster is 6.
3. How can an administrator verify that a node is successfully shut down?
A) Verify the LEDs on the front panel are not lit.
B) Try to access a share on the node and verify the share is inaccessible.
C) Execute the isi status -q command and see that the node is in a D--- status.
D) Execute the isi status -q command and see that the node is in an A-- status.
4. A platform engineer plans to set up a rack system for a Dell PowerScale cluster installation.
What is a requirement for the initial setup?
A) The rack cabinet must have at least dual power supplies with power distribution.
B) The rack system must have twelve independent 200-240 V power sources.
C) Power cords must be connected to four power distribution units within the rack cabinet.
D) Grounding lugs must be used for internal grounding within the chassis.
5. In the context of PowerScale, what is the purpose of the SRS tool?
A) To provide remote support and diagnostic capabilities
B) To enforce data retention policies
C) To manage Hadoop data workflows
D) To simulate cluster workloads for capacity planning
Solutions:
| Question # 1 Answer: A | Question # 2 Answer: C | Question # 3 Answer: C | Question # 4 Answer: A | Question # 5 Answer: A |
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