VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management
The VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management course by Dell EMC equips storage and cloud infrastructure administrators with hands-on skills to deploy, configure, and manage VNX Block, File, and Unified storage systems in heterogeneous environments. It solves the critical challenge of integrating unified storage across Linux, Windows, and VMware hosts using FC, iSCSI, FCoE, NFS, and CIFS. With over 50,000 Dell EMC certification holders globally, this specialist-level training ensures mastery of FAST VP, SnapView, SnapSure, and Unisphere management.
This course prepares learners for the E20-390 VNX Specialist Exam for Implementation Engineers, now retired but foundational for legacy system expertise. Koenig Solutions delivers official vendor-authorized courseware with 30-day lab access, enabling real-world practice. Graduates gain validated skills to optimize storage performance and advance into senior storage engineering roles.
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Course Overview
The Dell EMC VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management course is a specialist-level training program designed for storage administrators, cloud infrastructure engineers, and data center managers who require in-depth expertise in deploying and managing unified storage environments. This comprehensive course covers the integration of VNX block storage with open systems hosts such as Linux, Windows, and VMware ESXi using FC, iSCSI, and FCoE protocols, along with file-level access via NFS and CIFS for enterprise applications. Participants will gain proficiency in configuring local replication solutions, managing Virtual Data Movers, and implementing storage efficiency features like FAST VP and deduplication. With over 35% of enterprises still relying on legacy VNX platforms for mission-critical workloads, this training remains highly relevant for IT professionals maintaining hybrid storage infrastructures.
Students engage with core Dell EMC technologies including Unisphere for centralized management, SnapView and SnapSure for point-in-time data protection, Usermapper for user identity resolution, and Navisphere Secure CLI for command-line operations. The hands-on lab environment simulates real-world deployment scenarios where learners configure end-to-end storage provisioning across both block and file domains. Using the official lab platform, participants build a fully functional VNX storage system, integrate it with heterogeneous hosts, implement LUN masking and zoning, configure CIFS/NFS exports with proper permissions, and set up automated snapshots for disaster recovery. A key project involves orchestrating a high-availability solution with Data Mover failover and FAST Cache optimization to ensure consistent application performance under load.
While there is no current certification exam directly tied to this course following the retirement of the Dell EMC Proven Professional program, completion validates critical skills recognized in enterprise storage roles. Graduates report average salary increases of 20–25%, with positions like Storage Architect commanding up to ₹7 LPA in India and similar premiums globally. Koenig Solutions enhances learning through Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Dell EMC courseware, and flexible 1-on-1 training options that ensure personalized attention. As organizations continue to modernize legacy storage infrastructures, mastery of VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management positions professionals to lead migration projects, optimize data availability, and advance into senior storage engineering and architecture roles.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- VNX hardware and software architecture
- Familiarity with Unisphere and VNX Control Station CLI
- Ethernet switch configuration, including managed switch features like VLANs
- TCP/IP networking
- Ethernet settings, including duplex, throughput, and port channeling
- Basic Microsoft Windows administration skills (Managing users/groups, files and directories)
- Basic UNIX administration skills (Managing users/groups, files and directories)
- Basic VMware ESX/ESXi operations and management
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Unisphere Security and Management
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Day 2– Dell EMC VNX Block Storage Provisioning
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Day 3– Host Integration for VNX Unified Storage
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Day 4– VNX Unified Storage File Configuration
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Day 5– CIFS, NFS, and Replication Management
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Storage Administrator
- SAN Engineer
- Unified Storage Engineer
- Storage Operations Analyst
- Data Center Engineer
- IT Infrastructure Manager
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking VNX Unified Storage Deployment and Management certified professionals
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