XtremIO and X2 Operations and Management |
20% |
This topic covers the identification and description of XtremIO X2 hardware and software components, including the architectural differences between XtremIO and X2. It also discusses the XtremIO X2 Management Server and how to manage XtremIO X2 using both the GUI and CLI. Additionally, it addresses data protection and operation in NVRAM and the management of multi-cluster XtremIO X2 setups. |
Host Configurations in XtremIO and X2 Environments |
15% |
This topic covers common host configurations such as HBAs and multipathing, and the unique configuration associated with the ESXi operating system. It also includes details on configurations for other operating systems like Microsoft Windows, Linux, Sun Solaris, IBM AIX, and HP-UX. |
XtremIO X2 Data Replication |
7% |
This section describes the operation and management of XtremIO X2 snapshots, as well as the use of RecoverPoint for local and remote replication with XtremIO X2. It provides insight into the replication capabilities and management practices for data protection and recovery. |
XtremIO X2 Optimization and Performance Management |
6% |
The focus here is on performance overview and XtremIO X2 architecture, including environmental and host tools as well as available benchmarking tools. It also covers the components of the Technical Support page, matrixes, documentation, E-Lab, and how an XtremIO X2 Proof of Concept (PoC) is managed. |
Positioning XtremIO and X2 |
12% |
This topic explores the benefits of All-Flash arrays and XtremIO, including the use of the XMS Simulator for demonstrations, advantages of post-processing operations, and the performance benefits of XDP. It also details XtremIO X2 features such as deduplication, compression, and encryption. |
Data Gathering and Analysis |
13% |
This section addresses identifying and capturing customer requirements, documenting the environment, and the use of data gathering and analysis tools. It also involves positioning an XtremIO X2 solution to meet the customer's needs based on gathered data. |
Designing an XtremIO X2 Solution |
27% |
Designing an XtremIO X2 solution includes performance design considerations and integrating features such as deduplication, compression, encryption, and replication. It covers designing solutions for VDI and database environments, ensuring scalability, and considering Cloud and Platform 3 (P3) design factors. |
Official Information |
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https://education.dell.com/content/dam/dell-emc/documents/en-us/D-XTR-DS-A-24DellXtremIODesignAchievement.pdf |