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Exam Number: D-PE-FN-01

Available Languages: English, French

Certification Overview

This certification validates foundational knowledge of Dell PowerEdge servers and their associated technologies. Candidates will demonstrate understanding of server architecture, including components, form factors, and cooling technologies. The exam assesses knowledge of server networking principles, protocols, connectivity options, and network security. It also evaluates proficiency in essential server maintenance tasks, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices for server security, including data protection and access control. This exam is suitable for individuals seeking to demonstrate a foundational understanding of PowerEdge servers and their role in modern IT environments

Target Audience

Associate Sales Engineers; Cloud Architects; Cloud Consultants; Cloud Integration Managers; Cloud Product Leads/Managers; Implementation Specialists; Infrastructure Administrators; Pre-Sales Engineers; Pre-Sales Solution Architects; Product Specialists; Solution Architects; Storage Administrators; Storage Architects; Storage Implementation Engineers; Systems Engineers; Technical Consultants; Technical Pre-Sales Representatives; Technical Support

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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
Introduction to Servers	Define the characteristics of a server Explain the function of various storage components commonly found in Dell PowerEdge servers, such as Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), Solid State Drives (SSDs), RAID controllers, BOSS and M.2, and storage enclosures Describe the PowerEdge Server generations and series Identify a PowerEdge Server using its nomenclature Describe the components inside a PowerEdge Server Define the key storage components found in Dell PowerEdge servers, including Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), Solid State Drives (SSDs), RAID controllers (PERC), and backplanes	28%
Server Architecture and Roles	Explain how different PowerEdge server models (e.g., rack servers, tower servers, blade servers) are better suited for specific roles Interpret data flow through a server Compare and contrast different storage topologies relevant to Dell PowerEdge servers: Direct Attached Storage (DAS), Network Attached Storage (NAS), and Storage Area Networks (SAN) Explain Hypervisors and virtual machines Describe and position a PowerEdge server in a solution - Edge (ROBO), Cloud, Core, Use Case Describe and position PowerEdge server solutions for File Sharing, High-Performance Computing (HPC), and Generative AI workloads	22%
Server Management	Explain the concepts of in-band and out-of-band management in the context of PowerEdge servers Compare the PowerEdge Servers management applications, utilities, and licensing Differentiate between the traditional BIOS and the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) boot processes on Dell PowerEdge servers Explain the concept of at-the-box management for Dell PowerEdge servers Discuss iDRAC, its features, and different versions (Basic, Express, Enterprise, and Data Center) Describe Dell OpenManage System Administrator Suite (OMSA)	14%
Server Networking and Connectivity	Define the types of network services Describe the cables and connections Compare the on-board network on a PowerEdge Server	6%
Maintenance	Describe the Memory and Expansion cards Explain the power distribution considerations Explain the hardware fault indicators in PowerEdge Servers Describe different methods of updating firmware and drivers in PowerEdge Servers Explain the cooling and thermal considerations in PowerEdge Servers (Direct Liquid Cooling, Immersion Cooling, Air Cooling) Describe maintenance functions, shutdowns, reboots of a PowerEdge Server	18%
Security	Explain the security features of PowerEdge Servers Explain Hardware-enforced Security in PowerEdge Servers (Silicon Root of Trust (RoT), Secure Boot, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, System Lockdown Mode, Hardware Intrusion Detection, Automated BIOS and OS Recovery) Describe the role of iDRAC in automated security management in a PowerEdge Server Discuss data protection in PowerEdge Servers (SEDs) Discuss features like Multifactor Authentication (MFA) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) restrict access to server management tools	12%

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