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The E20-016 exam contains 60-65 questions and gives you 90 minutes to complete them. That works out to a brisk pace, so you cannot afford to stall on a single tricky item — flag it, move on, and circle back if time allows. Before exam day, run at least two timed mock sessions with the ValidVCE desktop or online test engine; practicing against a real clock turns the official time limit into a comfortable rhythm instead of a source of panic.

The E20-016 exam (full name: Storage Networking Design Specialist Exam for Data Center Architects) is a EMC certification exam that leads to the Dell EMC Proven Professional – Storage Networking Design Specialist for Data Center Architects credential, positioned at the Specialist level. It validates the skills EMC expects from professionals working with its technologies, and passing it is the key step toward getting certified. It also sits within a broader certification path that includes Dell EMC Proven Professional Associate Level Certifications, Storage Networking Architect / Design Track Certifications.

The EMC Storage Networking Design Specialist Exam for Data Center Architects exam is organized into 4 domains. The main areas include Advanced SAN Technologies, Storage Networking Fundamentals, and Data Center Storage Design. Scroll up to the exam syllabus section on this page for the complete topic-by-topic outline.

Recommended knowledge of storage networking fundamentals and associate-level Dell EMC Proven Professional certifications

Eligibility requirements can change, so before you register, confirm the latest criteria on the official EMC exam page.

To pass the E20-016 exam you need a score of 60-63%, and the official registration fee is USD 230 (approx.). Keep in mind that a failed attempt comes at full price: retaking the exam means paying the entire fee again. A smart way to protect that investment is to self-test first — work through the 114 practice questions at ValidVCE until your timed scores sit comfortably above the passing line before you book a seat.

EMC recommends the following training resources for the EMC Storage Networking Design Specialist Exam for Data Center Architects:

• Dell EMC Education Services Training

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You can register for the EMC Storage Networking Design Specialist Exam for Data Center Architects through the official channels below:

• Dell EMC Certification Registration
• Pearson VUE Exam Scheduling

The E20-016 exam is delivered Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE), so choose the option that best fits your schedule when you book.