DELL EMC D-PE-OE-23 Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 24,2026- Exam Code: D-PE-OE-23
- Exam Name: Dell Technologies PowerEdge Operate 2023
- Certification Provider: DELL EMC
- Latest update: Oct 24,2026
What is a requirement to operate GPUs in a Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 server?
- A . All GPU cards must be installed at the same time
- B . All GPU cards must be of the same type but can be a different model
- C . All GPU cards must be of the same type and model
- D . All GPU cards must be installed on the same riser card
Refer to the exhibit.
A system administrator wants to monitor information about the system using their smartphone and a Bluetooth connection. LED labeled 3 on the control panel is solid white.
What does the LED indicate?
- A . The system is powered on.
- B . Quick SYNC 2 is ready to communicate.
- C . OMM is transferring data.
- D . The system is in failsafe mode.
What is required to use the iSM Automatic System Recovery feature?
- A . Server Administrator not installed
- B . OS watchdog timer disabled
- C . OS watchdog timer enabled
- D . Server Administrator installed
A user has a number of PowerEdge servers and installs OME on a remote system to monitor the servers. When attempting to discover one of the servers, the discovery process is unsuccessful. The user accesses the Troubleshooting tool to establish that the communication pathway is correct.
After entering the server iDRAC IP address, which network protocol should be selected to communicate with the iDRAC?
- A . SNMP
- B . IPMI
- C . In-Band
- D . WS-MAN
A customer wants to optimize GPU density for maximum performance with high-capacity storage.
Which PowerEdge model should be recommended?
- A . XR12
- B . R660
- C . XE9640
- D . C6620
C
Explanation:
Selecting the Appropriate PowerEdge Model for GPU Density and High-Capacity Storage Server Portfolio and Features (10%)
Define chassis form factors and numbering nomenclature
Identify server features and specifications
Position the server in the market landscape
Understanding Customer Requirements
Optimize GPU Density for Maximum Performance: The customer needs a server that supports a high number of GPUs for intensive computational tasks. High-Capacity Storage: Requires substantial storage capabilities within the server.
Evaluation of PowerEdge Models
Option A: XR12
The PowerEdge XR12 is a ruggedized server designed for edge computing environments. It offers
limited GPU support and is optimized for space-constrained, harsh conditions. Conclusion: Not suitable for maximizing GPU density and high-capacity storage.
Option B: R660
The PowerEdge R660 is a 1U rack server optimized for performance and density but has limited GPU support due to its size. It is ideal for virtualization and database applications but not for high GPU density.
Conclusion: Does not meet the GPU density requirement.
Option C: XE9640
The PowerEdge XE9640 is designed for extreme compute performance and supports high GPU density. It can accommodate multiple high-performance GPUs and offers substantial storage options, making it ideal for HPC, AI, and data analytics workloads.
Features:
Supports up to eight double-width GPUs.
Offers high-capacity storage configurations.
Conclusion: Correct Answer.
Option D: C6620
The PowerEdge C6620 is a high-density compute server optimized for scale-out environments. It focuses on compute density rather than GPU density and has limited support for GPUs. Conclusion: Not the best fit for maximizing GPU density and storage.
Dell Operate Reference
Server Portfolio and Features (10%)
Identify server features and specifications: Understanding the capabilities of different server models
to meet specific customer needs.
Server Components (26%)
Explain how expansion cards are connected and the features of the GPU: Knowledge of which servers support high GPU density.
Conclusion
PowerEdge XE9640 is the optimal choice for the customer’s requirements, providing maximum GPU density and high-capacity storage for peak performance.
A technician is experiencing a compatibility issue that causes network disconnects between the iDRAC firmware and an application that is running.
The iDRAC must be rolled back to the last working version. The Enterprise licensed server cannot be rebooted outside scheduled maintenance windows. The next scheduled window is one month away.
Where should the technician perform the Firmware Rollback?
- A . Dell System Update Utility
- B . iDRAC GUI
- C . Repository Manager
- D . Lifecycle Controller
What is the Open Compute Project (OCP) card used for in a Dell EMC PowerEdge server?
- A . Fixed network interconnect
- B . Removal of NDC
- C . Provides a hot-swap component
- D . Consumes a PCIe slot
What is the difference between iDRAC Direct 2.0 in 14G and iDRAC Direct in 13G Dell EMC PowerEdge servers?
- A . Support on rack servers
- B . Sharing of iDRAC Direct port with OS
- C . Availability on certain low-end servers
- D . Speed of the connection
What is the correct order of steps taken during the BIOS/UEFI Recovery process?
A technician needs to configure a server to allow the OS to manipulate processor frequencies for higher power efficiency.
Which setting can they enable to achieve this?
- A . Logical Processing
- B . Performance per Watt (DAPC)
- C . Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
- D . Performance per Watt (OS)