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Exam Number: D-DLM-A-01

Available Languages: English, French

Certification Overview

The DLm assessment focuses on various aspects of the Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) system. It covers fundamental concepts, such as challenges with physical tape, identifying key use cases supported by DLm, and product architecture. Additionally the exam includes, topics such as DLm Gen 5 hardware, management of software packages, z/OS administration, replication considerations, installation and implementation procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.

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Exam Topics

The table below lists the topics that are included in this exam, and the approximate percentage of the exam devoted to each topic.

Category	Topics	Coverage
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Fundamentals	Describe today’s challenges with physical tape Identify key use cases supported by the DLm Explain the DLm product architecture List the primary DLm hardware and software components Describe the features and capabilities of the DLm Discuss the basics of DLm troubleshooting	15%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Gen 5 Hardware New Product Introduction	Describe the two main types of DLm8500 Explain the difference between a non-HA and HA DLm8500 Single Rack Solution List the supported Data Domain models for a DLm8500 Single Rack Solution List the supported Data Domain models for a DLm8500 Multiple Rack Solution Recognize components that are new to DLm, with the introduction of the DLm8500	15%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Management	Describe the main software packages installed on the VTEC and their benefits Explain the Data Domain Operating System (DD OS) and the ways to manage a Data Domain storage system	15%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) z/OS Administration	Describe the basic DLm z/OS configuration requirements Explain the DLm utilities, and the code JCL required to submit them Define the batch JCL decks used to execute the Command Processors (CPs) Explain the GENSTATS features Use the GENSTATS utility for reporting	14%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Replication Considerations	Explain Data Domain Replication within DLm Describe DLm’s use of VNX IP Replicator and Guaranteed Replication Describe VMAX replication, and SRDF benefits	15%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Installation and Implementation	Describe and locate product documentation Describe the correct DLm power sequence (installers only) Recognize the steps used for a DLm installation (installers only) Explain the various storage implementation types for the DLm8500 Explain considerations for HCD, JCL, etc	13%
Disk Library for mainframe (DLm) Fundamentals	Use the DLm Service and Support Tools Summarize the basic process for troubleshooting Explain and apply built-in troubleshooting aids Describe the DLm support process	13%

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