DELL EMC D-PE-OE-23 Practice Exams
Last updated on Oct 22,2026- Exam Code: D-PE-OE-23
- Exam Name: Dell Technologies PowerEdge Operate 2023
- Certification Provider: DELL EMC
- Latest update: Oct 22,2026
A technician in Portland, Oregon has been asked to update the firmware on a server in Omaha, Nebraska. They will use an NFS server also located in Nebraska for serving patches that have been vetted by their security teams.
What two pieces of information does the technician need in order to access the NFS patch server from the Lifecycle Controller or iDRAC? (Choose two.)
- A . Username and password
- B . CHAP authentication credentials
- C . IP address or hostname
- D . Share name
What is a characteristic of SupportAssist Enterprise on Dell EMC PowerEdge 14G servers?
- A . Used for customers that want monitoring of fewer than 1,000 server, storage, and networking devices
- B . Dispatches technical support from Dell for all Dell servers, storage, and networking devices
- C . Proactive, predictive, and automated support technology to enable faster resolution and reporting
- D . Includes onsite monitoring and automated collection of system state information
What processor is used in the iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller?
- A . RISC-based processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with HTML5 GUI - B . Dual core E3 processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with Java interface - C . Dual core ARM A-9 processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with HTML5 GUI - D . Quad core processor @1.2 GHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with Java interface
What processor is used in the iDRAC9 with Lifecycle Controller?
- A . RISC-based processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with HTML5 GUI - B . Dual core E3 processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with Java interface - C . Dual core ARM A-9 processor @800 MHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with HTML5 GUI - D . Quad core processor @1.2 GHz, with 512 KB L2 cache
8 GB NAND along with Java interface
What is the recommended option to use when applying firmware to a replaced part using the Lifecycle Controller?
- A . Disabled
- B . Allow version upgrade only
- C . Match firmware of replaced part
- D . Upgrade to latest available version
Click the Launch Simulator button.
Using the iDRAC UI, what is listed as the Cache Memory Size for the H965i storage controller?
Note: It is necessary to close (x) the simulator window before you can select a response to this question.
- A . 965 MB
- B . 8361 MB
- C . 1064 MB
- D . 8GB
D
Explanation:
Launch the Simulator:
Open the PowerEdge iDRAC simulator to access the user interface and perform the required task.
Navigate to System Information:
In the top menu bar, select the "Configuration" tab.
From the options that appear, choose "Storage". This section will display details and configurations
for the storage controllers installed on the server.
Check the H965i Storage Controller:
Locate the H965i storage controller in the list. Selecting it should bring up a summary page with various specifications for the controller.
Look for the field labeled "Cache Memory Size". This will provide the cache memory size value for the controller.
A technician needs to install the OS on a server remotely using iDRAC.
What is the minimum iDRAC license required to perform this task?
- A . Express
- B . Enterprise
- C . Basic
- D . Baseboard Management Controller
Which two iDRAC license types allow for the use of the virtual console? (Select 2)
- A . iDRAC Basic
- B . iDRAC Datacenter
- C . iDRAC Express
- D . iDRAC Enterprise
B, D
Explanation:
Understanding iDRAC License Types and Virtual Console Availability Server Management and Configuration Tools (14%)
Define the function of the iDRAC, login procedures, licensing, and connection methods
Overview of iDRAC Licensing
The Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) provides administrators with remote management capabilities for Dell PowerEdge servers.
iDRAC comes with different license levels, each offering various features:
iDRAC Basic
Limited remote management functionality.
Does not support Virtual Console or Virtual Media.
Included by default with most servers.
iDRAC Express
Adds basic remote management features over iDRAC Basic.
Includes monitoring and alerting capabilities.
Does not include Virtual Console access.
iDRAC Enterprise
Offers advanced management features.
Includes Virtual Console and Virtual Media support.
Provides full remote administration capabilities.
iDRAC Datacenter
Includes all features of iDRAC Enterprise.
Adds advanced data center management features, such as telemetry streaming.
Includes Virtual Console functionality.
Explanation of Options
Option A: iDRAC Basic
Incorrect: iDRAC Basic does not provide Virtual Console access.
Option B: iDRAC Datacenter
Correct: Supports Virtual Console, offering advanced remote management features.
Option C: iDRAC Express
Incorrect: Does not include Virtual Console capabilities.
Option D: iDRAC Enterprise
Correct: Provides Virtual Console access and advanced management features.
Dell Operate Reference
Server Management and Configuration Tools (14%)
Define the function of the iDRAC, login procedures, licensing, and connection methods:
Understanding the different iDRAC license levels and their associated features is crucial for effective server management.
System Administration (18%)
Configure user access: Knowing which licenses enable certain features helps in setting up appropriate user permissions.
Conclusion
The Virtual Console feature is available with both iDRAC Enterprise and iDRAC Datacenter licenses. These licenses enable administrators to perform comprehensive remote management tasks, including accessing the server’s console over the network.
A company that has very specific firmware requirements has acquired Dell EMC PowerEdge servers Any replaced parts of the type must match the original parts identically. The procedure must be as simple as possible with minimal risk.
What action should a technician take to help accomplish this goal?
- A . Configure servers to access the remote firmware repository
- B . Enable the Match Firmware of Replaced Part setting in the system BIOS
- C . Install and configure a repository manager
- D . Enable the Collect System Inventory On Restart (CSIOR) attribute
What is the drive characteristic of a BOSS M.2 drive in a Dell EMC PowerEdge server?
- A . Single-level cell
- B . Write Intensive
- C . Quad-level cell
- D . Read Intensive