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EMC D-DP-DS-23 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Dell Technologies |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Dell Data Protection Design 2023 |
| Exam Number: | D-DP-DS-23 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-based Questions |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | Approximately 65 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Typically 2 years (Dell Proven Professional certification validity; may vary by program update) |
| Related Certifications: | Dell Technologies Proven Professional Data Protection PowerProtect Data Manager RecoverPoint Avamar NetWorker |
| Exam Price: | $230 USD |
| Recommended Training: | Dell Technologies Data Protection Design Training Dell PowerProtect Data Manager Training |
| Exam Registration: | Proven Professional Exam Catalog Dell Technologies Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE, depending on region availability) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Experience with enterprise backup, storage systems, and Dell Technologies Data Protection portfolio knowledge |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learning.dell.com/content/dell/en-us/home/certification-overview/available-exams/-data-protection-design.html |
EMC D-DP-DS-23 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Solution Design and Implementation | - Cloud Data Protection
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| Operational and Management Tools | - Automation and Deployment
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| Dell EMC Data Protection Product Features and Architecture | 28% | - RecoverPoint and RecoverPoint for VMs
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EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the EMC D-DP-DS-23 exam?
The D-DP-DS-23 exam is the official Dell Technologies exam behind the Dell Technologies Proven Professional Data Protection Design 2023 certification, validating the skills measured by the EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 credential. It sits at the Professional level of the Dell Technologies certification program. It also connects to Dell Technologies Proven Professional Data Protection, PowerProtect Data Manager, RecoverPoint, NetWorker, Avamar, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the D-DP-DS-23 exam, and how much time do I get?
The D-DP-DS-23 exam contains Approximately 65 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the D-DP-DS-23 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the D-DP-DS-23 exam is 63%, and the official registration fee is $230 USD. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 168 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the D-DP-DS-23 exam?
Recommended: Experience with enterprise backup, storage systems, and Dell Technologies Data Protection portfolio knowledge Requirements can change when Dell Technologies revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the D-DP-DS-23 exam?
You can book the EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE, depending on region availability). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the D-DP-DS-23 exam?
Dell Technologies recommends the following training resources for the EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 168 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the D-DP-DS-23 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free D-DP-DS-23 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if EMC revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the D-DP-DS-23 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
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What topics are covered in the D-DP-DS-23 exam?
The EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 exam blueprint is organized into 3 domains. The first three are:
- Operational and Management Tools
- Dell EMC Data Protection Product Features and Architecture — 28% of the exam
- Solution Design and Implementation
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
EMC Dell Data Protection Design 2023 Sample Questions:
Question 1
A customer wants to use 40 GbE breakout uplinks in a Dell EMC Integrated Data Protection Appliance (IDPA) factory-configured ToR switch. Which customer environment needs to exist to make use of this uplink option?
Response:
A. Customer switch needs to have 16 unused Twinax or SFP+ optical ports
B. SFTp+ transceivers and breakout cables need to be provided by the switch vendor
C. IDPA ToR switch needs to be connected to a Cisco switch
D. IDPA ToR switch needs to be connected to a Dell switch
Question 2
A customer has 6.8 TB of data with multiple backup jobs. The largest backup job is 680 GB, and the existing backup window is over 10 hours which is exceeding the customer backup SLA. The customer has asked you to redesign their current solution with one that enables the backups to complete within an 8-hour window.
When designing the solution, which rate is used to determine the minimum required Dell EMC PowerProtect DD throughput?
Response:
A. 680 GB/hour
B. 850 GB/hour
C. 85 GB/hour
D. 68 GB/hour
Question 3
Which Dell EMC Isolated Recovery Solution component includes compute and a hardened Data Domain?
Response:
A. Recovery Test Hosts
B. Backup Application Host
C. Management Host
D. Vault Compute
Question 4
How can the maximum capacity of 96 TB in the Dell EMC IDPA DP4400 fully utilized?
Response:
A. Add disk packs of 12 TB and capacity licenses needed to be ordered
B. Configure capacity with ACM; additional capacity is detected after disks are inserted
C. Set up full capacity during the deployment with IDPA System Manager
D. Add additional capacity licenses with no additional hardware to purchase
Question 5
Refer to the exhibit.
Which component in the Dell EMC Cloud DR solution connects the on-premises backup solution to the public cloud?
Response:
A. PowerProtect DD Cloud Connect
B. Cloud DR Add-on
C. Data Protection Cloud Appliance
D. Cloud Backup Manager
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: B | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: B |
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