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EMC DES-5221 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Dell EMC |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Data Center Networking Exam |
| Exam Number: | DES-5221 |
| Exam Format: | Simulation, Drag and Drop, Multiple Choice |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Related Certifications: | DCS-IE (Data Center Networking Implementation Engineer) |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Exam Price: | $125 USD |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Dell EMC Education - Implementing Data Center Networking with OS10 |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Dell EMC Education Services |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or Onsite at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Dell EMC Networking and data center environments |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.dellemc.com/content/dam/dell-emc/documents/en-us/DES-5221_Specialist_Implementation_Engineer_Data_Center_Networking_Exam.pdf |
EMC DES-5221 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Dell EMC Networking OS10 Fundamentals | 15% | - Installation, upgrade, and basic configuration - OS10 architecture and features - File management and system monitoring |
| Topic 2: IP Routing and Services | 20% | - VRF and route separation - DHCP, DHCP relay, and PBR - BGP basics and route policies - Static routing and OSPF configuration |
| Topic 3: Layer 2 Switching and VLT | 20% | - VLT peer and backup links, domain settings - Troubleshooting VLT environments - Virtual Link Trunking (VLT) architecture and configuration - VLANs, trunking, and spanning tree protocols |
| Topic 4: Quality of Service & Troubleshooting | 15% | - QoS classification, marking, and queuing - Monitoring and diagnostic tools - Troubleshooting methodology and common issues |
| Topic 5: Network Security and Access Control | 15% | - AAA authentication and authorization - ACL implementation and management - Port security and control plane protection |
| Topic 6: Data Center Virtualization & VXLAN | 15% | - Overlay network concepts - EVPN control plane integration - VXLAN architecture and configuration |
Common Questions About the EMC DES-5221 Exam
The DES-5221 exam, officially known as EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Data Center Networking, is the EMC test that leads to the Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Data Center Networking certification at the Specialist level. Passing it validates the skills employers expect from a certified professional. It is also associated with related credentials such as DCS-IE (Data Center Networking Implementation Engineer).
The DES-5221 exam contains 60 questions, and you have 90 minutes to complete them. Work out your per-question pace before test day, and flag slow items instead of stalling on them — time pressure, not knowledge, sinks many first attempts. Timed mock exams in the Actual4Exams test engines are the most reliable way to build that rhythm.
The passing score for the DES-5221 exam is 63%, and the official registration fee is $125 USD. If you miss the mark, a retake means paying the full fee again, so book your seat only when you are ready. A practical benchmark: score consistently above the passing line on timed practice tests before scheduling the real exam.
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6–12 months hands-on experience with Dell EMC Networking and data center environments
Entry requirements can change, so confirm the latest conditions on the official exam page: https://education.dellemc.com/content/dam/dell-emc/documents/en-us/DES-5221_Specialist_Implementation_Engineer_Data_Center_Networking_Exam.pdf.
You can book the DES-5221 exam through the official registration channels below:
Exam delivery: Online proctored or Onsite at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers. Seats at popular test centers fill quickly, so schedule early once your preparation is on track.
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The official EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Data Center Networking outline is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Quality of Service & Troubleshooting — 15% of the exam
- Data Center Virtualization & VXLAN — 15% of the exam
- Layer 2 Switching and VLT — 20% of the exam
See the complete exam topics section above for the full outline and the weighting of every domain.
EMC Specialist - Implementation Engineer, Data Center Networking Sample Questions:
What is the default lease time in hours for an address lease in DHCP?
- A. 48
- B. 36
- C. 12
- D. 24
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Which best describes traffic flow in a campus network environment?
- A. North-South
- B. South-West
- C. East-West
- D. North-East
Which command is used to create a non-default VRF instance?
- A. ip vrf
- B. ip vrf forwarding new-vrf
- C. interface ethernet 1/1/1
- D. ip vrf forwarding vrf-test
Which LSA type contains information about routes redistributed into OSPF?
- A. 10
- B. 5
- C. 8
- D. 3
What is a feature of virtual routing and forwarding (VRF)?
- A. Allows multiple user groups to co-exist within the same router at the same time.
- B. Allows multiple instances of routing tables to co-exist within the same router at the same time.
- C. Allows different physical switches to operate as one.
- D. Provides trunks that can be grouped to provide optimum speed.
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