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EMC DES-3128 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Dell EMC |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker Exam |
| Exam Number: | DES-3128 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Price: | $230 USD |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-62 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Drag-and-drop, Scenario-based, Multiple-choice, Simulation |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Related Certifications: | Dell EMC Certified Specialist - Implementation Engineer |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | NetWorker Administration - Cloud Enablement NetWorker Implementation and Administration NetWorker Concepts (MR-1WP-NWFUN) |
| Exam Registration: | Dell Technologies Certification Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended hands-on experience with NetWorker |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learning.dell.com/content/dam/dell-emc/documents/en-us/DES-3128_IE_NetWorker_Specialist_Exam.pdf |
EMC DES-3128 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Administration and Operations | 25% | - Monitoring, maintenance, and capacity planning - Database management, backup, and recovery - Backup types: full, incremental, synthetic full - Recovery operations: save set, browsable, directed |
| Modules and Cloud Integration | 20% | - Cluster environments and high availability - CloudBoost, Cloud Tier, and cloud protection - Application modules: NMM, NMDA, NMSAP |
| Installation and Configuration | 30% | - Backup policies, clients, protection groups, and directives - Server, NMC, NWUI installation and licensing - Devices, media pools, and storage management - NetWorker Virtual Edition deployment |
| NetWorker Concepts and Architecture | 25% | - Control data, databases, and administrative interfaces - Security features and authentication (AuthC) - NetWorker solution overview and benefits - Architecture, components, processes, and data flow |
EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the EMC DES-3128 exam?
The DES-3128 exam is the official Dell EMC exam behind the Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker (DCS-IE) certification, validating the skills measured by the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker credential. It sits at the Specialist level of the Dell EMC certification program. It also connects to Dell EMC Certified Specialist - Implementation Engineer, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the DES-3128 exam, and how much time do I get?
The DES-3128 exam contains 60-62 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 DES-3128 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the DES-3128 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 62 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 DES-3128 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended hands-on experience with NetWorker Requirements can change when Dell EMC revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the DES-3128 exam?
You can book the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the DES-3128 exam?
Dell EMC recommends the following training resources for the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker exam:
- NetWorker Concepts (MR-1WP-NWFUN)
- NetWorker Implementation and Administration
- NetWorker Administration - Cloud Enablement
Official courses build the foundation; the 62 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the DES-3128 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free DES-3128 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 DES-3128 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker 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 DES-3128 exam?
The EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Modules and Cloud Integration — 20% of the exam
- Administration and Operations — 25% of the exam
- NetWorker Concepts and Architecture — 25% of the exam
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 Specialist - Implementation Engineer, NetWorker Sample Questions:
Question 1
An administrator already added a client "CLientA" This client has recently been assigned a second DNS named "ClientAB" When the backup ran, the following error is observed
"The client ClientAB is not in backup servers' clients list."
Use the simulator to resolve this issue
When you have finished, continue to the next question
Question 2
An administrator is configuring backups on a client that requires the use of a directive.
Which application-specific module should be specified to ensure specific files are saved regardless of the backup level?
A. always
B. rawasm
C. swapasm
D. AES
Question 3
Refer to the exhibit.
An administrator asks about the clone flag on the Cloud. What does the T flag represent?
A. Save set exists only on a Cloud Tier device
B. Save set exists only on the cloud storage
C. Save set will be terminated at the cloud provider
D. Save set will be cloned to a tape device
Question 4
A backup administrator was asked to configure a Microsoft Exchange server To which two types of devices can this backup be directed?
A. Tape and PowerProtect DD
B. CloudBoost and PowerProtect DD
C. Dell EMC Cloud Tier and Tape
D. PowerProtect DD and AFTD
Question 5
What resource does NetWorker use to protect VMware objects, save sets, or clients?
A. Data Protection Policy
B. Actions
C. Workflows
D. Protection Group
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: Only visible for members | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: D |


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