Question 1

How many D-PDD-OE-01 practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

150 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free D-PDD-OE-01 sample questions?

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Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

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Every D-PDD-OE-01 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does D-PDD-OE-01 cover?

Accepted Answer

Active Tier Administration (50%), Integration with Application Software (14%), Cloud Tier Administration (18%), Troubleshooting (18%).

Question 5

What is the Dell D-PDD-OE-01 exam?

Accepted Answer

D-PDD-OE-01 is the Dell PowerProtect Data Domain Operate certification exam (the v2 version). It validates your ability to administer and manage PowerProtect Data Domain systems in active production environments, covering Active Tier administration, integration with backup applications, Cloud Tier administration, and troubleshooting. The exam has 50 questions and a 90-minute duration.

Question 6

When did the D-PDD-OE-01 exam become available?

Accepted Answer

Per Dell Technologies' Proven Professional exam announcement, D-PDD-OE-01 (PowerProtect Data Domain Operate) became available on May 22, 2026. It replaces the previous D-PDD-OE-23 version.

Question 7

What exam does D-PDD-OE-01 replace?

Accepted Answer

D-PDD-OE-01 replaces the prior Dell PowerProtect Data Domain Operate 2023 exam, D-PDD-OE-23. Candidates should prepare for the current D-PDD-OE-01 objectives.

Question 8

What topics are on the D-PDD-OE-01 exam?

Accepted Answer

The official blueprint has four areas: Active Tier Administration (50%), Integration with Application Software (14%), Cloud Tier Administration (18%), and Troubleshooting (18%). It covers system and access configuration, networking, file system and MTree management, access protocols (CIFS, NFS, DD Boost, VTL), Secure Multitenancy, replication, retention lock, monitoring, upgrades, Cloud Tier, and troubleshooting.

Question 9

How many questions are on the D-PDD-OE-01 exam and how long is it?

Accepted Answer

The D-PDD-OE-01 exam has 50 questions and a duration of 90 minutes. It is available in English and French.

Question 10

Who should take the D-PDD-OE-01 exam?

Accepted Answer

It is aimed at system administrators, backup administrators, cyber security professionals, support engineers, field engineers, system engineers, and solution engineers who operate and manage PowerProtect Data Domain systems.

Question 11

What training does Dell recommend for D-PDD-OE-01?

Accepted Answer

Dell recommends the PowerProtect Data Domain System Administration curriculum. Options include on-demand courses (Data Domain Concepts and Features, Cloud Tier Implementation and Administration, Data Domain with Application Software, DD Management Center Administration), the 25-hour System Administration on-demand course plus lab, or the 5-day instructor-led System Administration course, or the Implementation and Administration plus Advanced Administration instructor-led courses.

Question 12

Where do I schedule the D-PDD-OE-01 exam?

Accepted Answer

The D-PDD-OE-01 exam is delivered through Pearson VUE. You can schedule it (and a practice test) at home.pearsonvue.com/dell, and purchase exam vouchers through Dell's certification resources.

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What D-PDD-OE-01 covers

01Active Tier Administration50%12 topics

1.1Configure system and support settingsConfigure system and support settings2 obj.

1.2Manage system accessManage system access2 obj.

1.3Configure network interface administrationConfigure network interface administration2 obj.

1.4Manage file systemManage file system2 obj.

1.5Create and manage storage policiesCreate and manage storage policies2 obj.

1.6Configure access protocols (CIFS, NFS, DD Boost, VTL) for use with backup applicationsConfigure access protocols (CIFS, NFS, DD Boost, VTL) for use with backup applications5 obj.

1.7Configure Secure MultitenancyConfigure Secure Multitenancy2 obj.

1.8Create and manage replication policiesCreate and manage replication policies2 obj.

1.9Apply retention lock to storage unitsApply retention lock to storage units2 obj.

1.10Monitor system health and utilizationMonitor system health and utilization2 obj.

1.11Manage system upgrades and updatesManage system upgrades and updates2 obj.

1.12Analyze best practices and system tuning procedures for optimal performance of backup environmentsAnalyze best practices and system tuning procedures for optimal performance of backup environments2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesConfigure interfaces, shares, exports, and DD Boost · Confusing Governance vs Compliance retention lock

02Integration with Application Software14%2 topics

03Cloud Tier Administration18%3 topics

04Troubleshooting18%3 topics