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EMC E20-357 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | EMC |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Dell EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions Exam |
| Exam Number: | E20-357 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Scenario-based questions |
| Exam Price: | $200 USD |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | Dell EMC PowerScale / Isilon administration and implementation certifications |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Recommended Training: | Dell EMC PowerScale (Isilon) Implementation and Administration Training |
| Exam Registration: | Dell Technologies Education Services Exam Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored exam or authorized test center delivery depending on region. |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended hands-on experience with Dell EMC PowerScale (Isilon) systems; no strict formal prerequisite typically required. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.dell.com |
EMC E20-357 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Troubleshooting and Maintenance | - Cluster health monitoring - Upgrade and patch procedures overview - Common failure scenarios and resolution |
| Topic 2: Installation and Cluster Configuration | - Initial cluster setup and provisioning - Node addition and expansion procedures |
| Topic 3: Cluster Administration and Management | - CLI and GUI management tools - User and permission management (ACLs, authentication) |
| Topic 4: Networking and Performance | - SmartConnect load balancing - Performance monitoring and tuning basics - Network configuration (LACP, VLANs) |
| Topic 5: Data Protection and Storage Management | - SmartPools tiering and data movement - Quotas and capacity management - Snapshots and snapshot schedules - Replication and disaster recovery concepts |
| Topic 6: Data Access and Protocols | - HDFS integration overview - SMB/CIFS configuration - NFS configuration and management |
| Topic 7: Isilon / PowerScale Architecture Fundamentals | - Data layout and protection mechanisms - OneFS distributed file system concepts - Cluster architecture and node types |
Common Questions About the EMC E20-357 Exam
What is the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions exam all about?
The E20-357 exam is the official EMC exam behind the Dell EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions certification, validating the skills measured by the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions credential. It sits at the Specialist level of the EMC certification program. It also connects to Dell EMC PowerScale / Isilon administration and implementation certifications, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the E20-357 exam, and how much time do I get?
The E20-357 exam contains 60 questions to be completed within 90 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.
Are there any prerequisites for the E20-357 exam?
Recommended hands-on experience with Dell EMC PowerScale (Isilon) systems; no strict formal prerequisite typically required. Requirements can change when 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 E20-357 exam?
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What official training is recommended for the E20-357 exam?
EMC recommends the following training resources for the EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions exam:
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What topics are covered in the E20-357 exam?
The EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Isilon Solutions exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:
- Data Access and Protocols
- Cluster Administration and Management
- Networking and Performance
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, Isilon Solutions Sample Questions:
Question 1
A customer is considering moving their NAS data over to Isilon systems. They want to know what limitationsIsilon has regarding snapshots. What can be provided to the customer?
A. No hard limit on snapshots
B. Limit of 1024 snapshots per cluster
C. Limit of 2048 snapshots per directory
D. Limit of 2048 snapshots per cluster
Question 2
If a file is 4 KB in size, how much space is consumed for file data when it is written to the Isilon cluster?
A. 32 KB
B. 4 KB
C. 16 KB
D. 8 KB
Question 3
An existing customer has two NAS systems providing NFS storage in their main data center - one is an Isiloncluster and the second is an array from another vendor. Both systems are four years old, and the customerwould like to consolidate the storage into a single solution.
According to the customer, both systems supportidentical workloads with similar performance and utilization, and they want the new solution to support 50%performance growth. Which method can model the workload requirements, and what multiplier will capture therequirements for the new solution?
A. Use isi statistics query, and multiply by 2
B. Use isi statistics protocol, and multiply by 3
C. Use isi statistics system, and multiply by 3
D. Use isi statistics drives, and multiply by 1.5
Question 4
Which Isilon job periodically validates the checksum of every block in the file system?
A. Isilon Data Integrity
B. Dynamic Sector Repair
C. IntegrityScan
D. MediaScan
Question 5
An Isilon customer expressed an interest in more effectively managing their storage. Specifically, they wouldlike to see performance improvements. Which tool would allow them to improve the performance of workflowson their cluster?
A. SyncIQ
B. Isilon SNMP MIB
C. SmartPools
D. InsightIQ
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: D | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: D |
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