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Key Facts: Dell Avamar Deploy Exam

$230

Exam Fee (USD)

Dell D-AV-DY-23 Exam PDF

63%

Passing Score

Dell D-AV-DY-23 Exam PDF

90 min

Time Limit

Pearson VUE delivery

45%

Largest Domain

Avamar Administration

Avamar 19.4

Aligned Version

ADS Gen4T / AVE 19.4 / NDMP Accelerator

Pearson VUE

Test Delivery

In-person or online proctored

The Dell Avamar Deploy 2023 (D-AV-DY-23) is an implementation-engineer credential delivered through Pearson VUE with a 90-minute exam, 63% passing score, and $230 USD fee. The PDF blueprint maps to Avamar 19.4 with Avamar Data Store Gen4T and Avamar Virtual Edition 19.4, and weights administration the heaviest at 45%. Domains are Avamar Concepts (18%), Avamar Implementation (13%), Avamar Installation and Maintenance (24%), and Avamar Administration (45%). Plan to invest 60-100 hours of study over 6-8 weeks, focusing on AUI, plug-ins (vProxy, SQL, Exchange, NDMP Accelerator), replication, and Cloud Tier. D-AV-DY-23 replaced E20-594 (retired February 2, 2024).

Sample Dell Avamar Deploy Practice Questions

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1Which characteristic best describes Avamar's core deduplication approach?
A.Fixed-length block deduplication at 8 KB boundaries
B.Variable-length, content-aware sub-file deduplication
C.File-level single-instance storage only
D.Inline compression with no deduplication
Explanation: Avamar uses a content-aware variable-length chunking algorithm that breaks each client file system into sub-file segments before sending data to the server. Each segment receives a unique fingerprint, and only segments not already present on the server are transmitted, providing client-side global deduplication.
2What is the typical size range of an Avamar variable-length data chunk?
A.1 byte to 64 KB, averaging about 24 KB
B.Exactly 4 KB
C.Between 128 KB and 1 MB
D.Always 1 MB
Explanation: Avamar variable-length chunks range from 1 byte up to 64 KB, with an average chunk size around 24 KB. The variable boundary lets the algorithm resynchronize when data is inserted, preserving deduplication efficiency for changed files.
3Which hash algorithm does the Avamar client use to generate the unique fingerprint (atomic ID) for each variable-length chunk?
A.CRC32
B.MD5
C.SHA-256
D.Blowfish
Explanation: Avamar uses MD5 to compute a fingerprint (atomic) hash for each variable-length data chunk. The client checks the MD5 fingerprint against the server's index, and only chunks the server has never seen are transmitted.
4Which statement BEST describes the Avamar GSAN (Global Storage Area Network)?
A.An external Fibre Channel SAN that hosts backup volumes
B.The distributed deduplication store running across Avamar storage nodes
C.A VMware vSAN cluster mandatory for AVE
D.An object-storage tier specific to Cloud Tier
Explanation: GSAN is Avamar's distributed deduplicated data store. It runs across the storage nodes of a multi-node grid (or on the single node in single-node and AVE deployments) and presents one logical pool with global, server-side deduplication.
5Which Avamar component runs the Management Console Server (MCS) services on the utility node?
A.Storage node only
B.Utility node
C.NDMP Accelerator only
D.Data Domain
Explanation: The Management Console Server (MCS) runs on the utility node of a multi-node Avamar grid (or on the single node of an AVE/single-node server). It coordinates scheduling, policies, replication, and the AUI/Java console connections.
6An Avamar single-node server is being sized. Which raw capacity options are valid for a single-node ADS Gen4T?
A.1 x 1 TB only
B.1 x 3.9 TB or 1 x 7.8 TB
C.1 x 12 TB or 1 x 24 TB
D.Capacity must be matched to a partner Data Domain
Explanation: Single-node Avamar Data Store Gen4T systems ship in 3.9 TB and 7.8 TB usable capacity options. Larger workloads require multi-node grids or AVE/Data Domain integration.
7Which acronym describes the redundancy model used inside an Avamar multi-node storage grid?
A.RAID 6
B.RAIN (Redundant Array of Independent Nodes)
C.RAIT (Redundant Array of Independent Tapes)
D.Erasure-coded EC 4+2
Explanation: Avamar multi-node grids use a RAIN (Redundant Array of Independent Nodes) architecture, where stripes of data are distributed across multiple storage nodes so a single node failure can be tolerated.
8Which statement about Avamar deduplication is TRUE?
A.Deduplication occurs only at the Avamar server after data is received
B.Deduplication is performed at the source (client) before data is sent
C.Deduplication only happens during replication
D.Deduplication requires Data Domain to be present
Explanation: Avamar performs client-side (source) deduplication. The client computes chunk fingerprints, asks the server which fingerprints are unknown, and sends only those new chunks. This minimizes both backup window and WAN bandwidth.
9Which use case is the BEST fit for Avamar over a target-based backup product?
A.Streaming sequential database dumps to tape
B.Backing up many remote office file/VM workloads over a constrained WAN
C.Hosting active production databases as primary storage
D.Real-time block-level replication between two storage arrays
Explanation: Avamar's source-side, variable-length deduplication makes it especially strong for ROBO/remote-office and bandwidth-constrained scenarios because only changed, unique chunks traverse the WAN, dramatically shrinking daily backup windows.
10Which Avamar feature ensures that committed backup data on disk is verifiable and recoverable to a known good state?
A.Snapshots taken on the production array
B.Daily checkpoints with HFSCheck validation
C.Magistrate offense correlation
D.RACADM lifecycle controller
Explanation: Avamar takes daily read-only checkpoints of the GSAN at the start and end of the maintenance window and validates them with HFSCheck. Validated checkpoints provide a known good rollback point if data corruption is detected later.

About the Dell Avamar Deploy Exam

The Dell Avamar Deploy 2023 (D-AV-DY-23) certification validates the implementation-engineer skills needed to deploy and operate Dell Avamar on Avamar 19.4 hardware and software. The exam covers Avamar architecture and deduplication concepts, Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE) deployment, Avamar Data Store (ADS) Gen4T install and maintenance (single-node and multi-node, node replacement, node addition, network connections), and the bulk of administration: AUI usage, backups and restores, plug-ins (vProxy, SQL, Exchange, Linux/Windows file systems, NDMP Accelerator), replication topologies, Cloud Tier with Data Domain, and daily maintenance. D-AV-DY-23 replaced E20-594 (retired February 2, 2024).

Assessment

Multiple-choice exam covering Avamar 19.4 concepts, implementation (including AVE), Avamar Data Store (ADS Gen4T) installation and maintenance, and Avamar administration (AUI, backups/restores, replication, Cloud Tier, Data Domain and NDMP integration). Dell does not publicly disclose the exact live question count.

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

63%

Exam Fee

$230 USD (Dell Technologies / Pearson VUE)

Dell Avamar Deploy Exam Content Outline

18%

Avamar Concepts

Use cases, features and capabilities, system architecture and components (GSAN, MCS, utility/storage nodes, avtar, avwarden), variable-length sub-file deduplication with MD5 atomic hashing, single-node vs multi-node (RAIN) grids, key administration concepts (datasets, schedules, retention policies, groups, domains, roles)

13%

Avamar Implementation

Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE) deployment on VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM, AWS, and Azure; capacity tiers (0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 TB); install/upgrade prerequisites including site readiness, NTP, DNS, network; install procedures and best practices; licensing; AvInstaller-driven upgrade procedures

24%

Avamar Installation and Maintenance

Avamar Data Store (ADS) Gen4T hardware install (utility node + storage nodes at 1.4/2.6/3.9/7.8 TB), single-node 1x3.9 TB / 1x7.8 TB vs multi-node grids (1 utility + 3-16 active storage nodes + optional spare), node replacement and node addition runbooks, ADS network connections (isolated back-end, external/management, redundant top-of-rack switches)

45%

Avamar Administration

Monitoring/maintenance/capacity (GC, HFSCheck, daily checkpoints, ~85% threshold), Avamar Web UI (AUI) Dashboard and Activity Monitor (5,000 recent activities, Last 24/72 hours filters), backups and restores including vProxy FLR, plug-ins (VMware Image-Level via vProxy, Microsoft SQL with AAG, Exchange, Linux/Windows file systems, NDMP Accelerator physical and vNDMP), Avamar replication (one-way, bidirectional, cross-replication, many-to-one, plug-in based via MCS Scheduler + avrepl), Cloud Tier with Data Domain to ECS/S3, Avamar Fitness Analyzer, Data Domain integration via DD Boost, NDMP integration

How to Pass the Dell Avamar Deploy Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 63%
  • Assessment: Multiple-choice exam covering Avamar 19.4 concepts, implementation (including AVE), Avamar Data Store (ADS Gen4T) installation and maintenance, and Avamar administration (AUI, backups/restores, replication, Cloud Tier, Data Domain and NDMP integration). Dell does not publicly disclose the exact live question count.
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: $230 USD

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Dell Avamar Deploy Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize the four exam domains and their exact weights (Concepts 18%, Implementation 13%, Installation/Maintenance 24%, Administration 45%) so you allocate study time correctly
2Lock in the Avamar dedup chain: variable-length sub-file chunking (1 byte to 64 KB, averaging ~24 KB) + MD5 atomic fingerprint + client-side dedup against the server index
3Memorize ADS topology: 1 utility node + 3 to 16 active storage nodes + optional spare; single-node 1x3.9 TB or 1x7.8 TB; storage-node capacities 1.4/2.6/3.9/7.8 TB; all storage nodes in one grid must match
4Practice naming the daily maintenance trio (GC, HFSCheck, checkpoints) and the ~85% GSAN utilization threshold that causes GC to fail with Disk Full
5Drill the replication topologies: one-way, bidirectional, cross-replication, many-to-one, one-to-many, chain — plus the Avamar 7.0+ plug-in based replication path (MCS Scheduler -> avrepl -> avtar)
6Map each plug-in to its workload: vProxy (VMware image-level + FLR), SQL plug-in (with AAG behavior), Exchange plug-in, Linux/Windows file systems, NDMP Accelerator (physical Gen4S/Gen4T or vNDMP)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dell Avamar Deploy (D-AV-DY-23) exam?

D-AV-DY-23 is the Dell Technologies implementation-engineer exam for Avamar Deploy 2023. It validates the skills needed to install, configure, and operate Dell Avamar 19.4 in production, covering Avamar concepts, Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE), Avamar Data Store (ADS) Gen4T install/maintenance, and the full Avamar administration surface (AUI, plug-ins, replication, Cloud Tier, Data Domain). It replaced the legacy E20-594, which retired on February 2, 2024.

How long is the Dell Avamar Deploy exam and how much does it cost?

The exam runs for 90 minutes and is delivered through Pearson VUE in-person or online proctored. The fee is $230 USD per attempt. The passing score is 63%. Dell Technologies does not publicly disclose the exact live question count.

What domains and weightings are tested?

Per the official Dell PDF, the four domains are Avamar Concepts (18%), Avamar Implementation (13%), Avamar Installation and Maintenance (24%), and Avamar Administration (45%). Administration is the largest section, so most of your prep time should focus on AUI usage, plug-ins (vProxy, SQL, Exchange, NDMP), replication topologies, Cloud Tier with Data Domain, and daily maintenance (GC, HFSCheck, checkpoints).

Which Avamar version is the exam aligned to?

The D-AV-DY-23 PDF references Avamar 19.4, Avamar Data Store Gen4T, Avamar Virtual Edition 19.4, and the NDMP Accelerator. While the exam is forward-compatible with concepts in later releases, study the 19.4 documentation set as the source of truth for the current exam version.

What hardware and platforms should I focus on for installation/maintenance?

Focus on Avamar Data Store Gen4T: 2U utility and storage nodes; storage capacities of 1.4/2.6/3.9/7.8 TB; single-node servers at 1x3.9 TB or 1x7.8 TB; multi-node grids of one utility plus 3 to 16 active storage nodes (with an optional spare); redundant top-of-rack switches for the back-end network; and the physical or virtual NDMP Accelerator. For software-only deployments, study AVE on VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, KVM, AWS, and Azure across 0.5/1/2/4/8/16 TB tiers.

How is Avamar's deduplication different from target-based dedup?

Avamar performs client-side, content-aware variable-length deduplication. The client breaks files into sub-file segments (typically 1 byte to 64 KB, averaging around 24 KB), computes an MD5 atomic fingerprint per segment, asks the server which fingerprints are unknown, and sends only those new segments. This dramatically reduces backup window and WAN bandwidth versus target-side dedup, making Avamar especially strong for ROBO and bandwidth-constrained environments.

How should I prepare for D-AV-DY-23?

Read the official Dell D-AV-DY-23 PDF, then study the Dell Avamar Administration Guide, Installation Guide, AVE Installation and Upgrade Guide, NDMP Accelerator User Guide, and Avamar + Data Domain Integration Guide for 19.4. Spend hands-on time in an AVE lab if possible (AUI, datasets, schedules, retention, replication). Use 100 free practice questions and the Avamar Fitness Analyzer concept list to identify weak areas, then focus on the Administration domain since it carries 45% of the weight.