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EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Dell EMC |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Dell PowerScale Maintenance Exam |
| Exam Number: | D-PSC-MN-01 |
| Related Certifications: | Dell PowerScale Installation Dell PowerScale Administration |
| Exam Price: | $230 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiration |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Real Exam Qty: | 46 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Drag and drop, Scenario-based questions |
| Recommended Training: | Dell PowerScale Maintenance Training Course |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 6+ months of experience with PowerScale or Isilon systems; familiarity with storage hardware and networking concepts |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learning.dell.com/content/dell/en-us/home/certification-overview/available-exams/powerscale-maintenance0.html |
EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: PowerScale Implementation | 25% | - Node joining and integration procedures - New cluster creation - Accessory and configuration implementation - Upgrade activities and differences |
| Topic 2: PowerScale Hardware Concepts | 25% | - Hardware model specifications and comparison - Networking configuration and setup - Software management tools and usage - Architectural components and use cases |
| Topic 3: PowerScale Hardware Maintenance | 25% | - CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit) processing - Node preparation for service - Preliminary maintenance tasks - FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) handling |
| Topic 4: PowerScale Hardware Installation | 25% | - Rack and subcomponent installation requirements - Node cabling best practices - Installation planning and site preparation |
EMC D-PSC-MN-01 Exam: Questions Before You Commit
The EMC Dell PowerScale Maintenance blueprint is divided into 4 domains, headlined by PowerScale Hardware Installation (25%), PowerScale Implementation (25%), and PowerScale Hardware Maintenance (25%). The full weighted outline is in the syllabus section above — our materials are revised against it, and your study hours should follow it too.
For the EMC Dell PowerScale Maintenance, EMC points candidates toward these resources:
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Recommended: 6+ months of experience with PowerScale or Isilon systems; familiarity with storage hardware and networking concepts
Vendor rules change periodically, so before booking, confirm the current criteria on the official EMC exam page.
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One note for scheduling: the D-PSC-MN-01 exam is delivered Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers.
The D-PSC-MN-01 exam — full name Dell PowerScale Maintenance Exam — is EMC's certification exam for professionals working with its technologies; passing it awards the Dell Technologies Proven Professional - PowerScale Maintenance certification, a credential at the Specialist level. It is the kind of vendor-issued proof employers can compare across candidates, which is exactly why it stays in demand. It also leads naturally toward Dell PowerScale Installation, Dell PowerScale Administration.
EMC Dell PowerScale Maintenance Sample Questions:
A platform engineer has built the rack for a Dell EMC PowerScale cluster. While unpacking the components, the engineer notices that the ShockWatch meter has been activated.
- A. Reset the ShockWatch meter
- B. Proceed with unpacking the components
- C. Contact Dell EMC PowerScale Technical Support
- D. Deactivate the ShockWatch meter
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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A platform engineer has just replaced a 3.5" hard drive in a Dell EMC PowerScale Gen 6 drive sled.
What should be the position of the drive sled handle before pushing the drive sled forward into the node chassis?
- A. Unlocked
- B. Closed and locked
- C. Open
- D. The drive sled does not have a handle
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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In the context of PowerScale hardware installation, why is it essential to verify the firmware version of each node?
- A. To confirm that all nodes will operate at the same performance level
- B. To facilitate integration with third-party applications
- C. To comply with data security regulations
- D. To ensure compatibility with the cluster's existing nodes
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
An SSD has failed in Node 1 in a Dell EMC PowerScale F200 cluster. After replacing the drive, which command should be run to ensure the node has finished updating?
- A. Isi status -h
- B. Isi devices -d
- C. Isi devices device list -node-Inn 1
- D. Isi status -q
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Which components must be transferred to the new riser card when replacing a battery on a Dell PowerScale Gen 6 node?
- A. L3 cache, M.2 vault card, and power supply
- B. NICs, fan, and L3 cache
- C. NICs, M.2 vault card, and fan
- D. NICs and M.2 vault card only
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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