Dell PowerEdge Operate V2 Certification | Training and Exam

Certification Overview

Step into the core of enterprise infrastructure with the Dell PowerEdge Operate Certification. Whether you're maintaining critical systems or building your career in server administration, this certification validates your ability to install, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Dell PowerEdge servers in production environments. This certification teaches you to use tools like iDRAC and OpenManage to manage server setup, storage, updates, and system health. You'll develop hands-on skills in configuring RAID, updating BIOS settings, installing operating systems, and actively monitoring server performance—ensuring you're well-prepared to support demanding server environments. Whether you're optimizing server performance, securing infrastructure, or resolving hardware issues, the PowerEdge Operate Certification ensures you're equipped to keep enterprise systems running smoothly—while unlocking new opportunities in IT operations and support.

Target Audience

Individuals in IT-related roles who seek the knowledge and skills to manage and monitor Dell PowerStore storage systems in enterprise environments: Data Center Technicians, System Administrators, IT Support Technicians, System Architects, Network Operations Center (NOC) Technicians (Level 1/2), Solution Architects, IT Generalists, and professionals experienced in managing end-to-end IT infrastructure.

Purchase Recommended Individual Courses

Please complete the following course

Dell PowerEdge Features

Course Id : ESSVRD05997

This course enables participants to identify and differentiate the technical characteristics and design qualities of Dell PowerEdge servers. Learners will explore the attributes of components common to the 15th, 16th, and 17th generations of the PowerEdge portfolio with the iDRAC9, gaining insight into how these features support performance, scalability, and reliability.

On Demand Class | 600 USD / 600 Training Credits

Dell PowerEdge Administration

Course Id : ESSVRD05893

This course provides participants with the skills to effectively manage Dell PowerEdge servers in a production environment. Learners will gain hands-on experience provisioning servers for various business needs and performing configuration tasks essential to ongoing system administration. The course emphasizes administrative functions across the 15th, 16th, and 17th generations of PowerEdge servers with the iDRAC9. Included in the course is a lab guide featuring recommended learning activities, designed to be completed using an iDRAC simulator for practical, scenario-based training. The PowerEdge Operate 2023 Exam is available.

On Demand Class | 700 USD / 700 Training Credits

Dell PowerEdge Troubleshooting

Course Id : ESSVRD05894

This course equips learners with the skills to identify and resolve hardware issues in Dell PowerEdge servers. Participants will learn to perform diagnostics, interpret error logs and codes, and apply effective troubleshooting techniques across the 15th, 16th, and 17th generations of PowerEdge systems with the iDRAC9. Hands-on lab activities are included, utilizing an iDRAC simulator to reinforce practical troubleshooting skills in a controlled environment. The PowerEdge Operate 2023 Exam is available.

On Demand Class | 300 USD / 300 Training Credits

PowerEdge Features, Administration, and Troubleshooting

Course Id : ESSVRS02244

This three-day instructor-led course (formerly known as Installation, Administration, and Troubleshooting) will assist the participant to successfully install, manage, and troubleshoot Dell PowerEdge servers, providing best practice information via instructor-led training and hands-on activities. This course is maintained to include the latest generations of Dell PowerEdge rack and tower servers. For the students new to servers, we recommend successfully completing Dell PowerEdge Server Concepts prior to taking this course. This course is part of the recommended training for the Dell PowerEdge Operate 2023 certification. (Certification exam not included.)

On Demand Class | 2400 USD / 2400 Training Credits

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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
Server Development	Manage iDRAC settings. Explain the management tools options (i.e., LCC, RACADM, ISM, and OME). Manage storage of a PowerEdge server.	22%
Server Maintenance	Adjust hardware components settings. Apply firmware and BIOS updates (via iDRAC, Lifecycle Controller, or CLI).	16%
Troubleshooting	Troubleshoot hardware issues on a PowerEdge server. Utilize various tools for proactive issue detection and resolution.	22%
Server Monitoring	Perform health checks of hardware components. Perform server monitoring using iDRAC.	20%
System Administration	Install an operating system on a PowerEdge server. Maintain server security.	20%

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