Everything you want to know about test 70-640

Q. What is the pre-requisite for taking the test 70-640?

A. The Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) on Windows Server 2008 is appropriate for you if you are working or want to work in a typically complex computing environment of medium-to-large organizations. There are no specific prerequisites for this test, although it is recommended that you should have at least one year of experience The MCTS candidate should have a minimum of one year of experience in implementing and administering a network operating system in an environment that includes 250 and more users, three or more physical locations, and three or more domain controllers.

Q. What certificate does it provide?

A. Microsoft’s 70-640 test is designed to measure your ability to accomplish the technical tasks of configuring and maintaining an Active Directory environment. By passing the test 70-640: TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring, you complete the requirements for the following certification:

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuration

Q. Which certification does it cover?

A. Passing the test 70-640: TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring earns you credit towards achieving the following certifications:

• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Enterprise Administrator
• Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator

Q. How many questions are asked in the exam?

A. You will be required to attempt approximately 55 questions.

Q. What is the duration of the exam?

A. Users are required to attempt all questions in 120 minutes.

Q. Which type of the exam is it?

A. This 70-640 test consists of Multiple Choice, Hot Area, Drag and Drop, Build list and reorder, and Build a Tree questions. The test can be adaptive, and simulation questions might be asked. There are no Case study type questions.

Q. What is the passing score?

A. You need a score of 700 out of 1000 to pass the exam.

Q. What is the exam retake policy?

A. If you do not pass test 70-640 the first time, you may retake it at any time. If you do not achieve a passing score the second time, you must wait at least 14 days to retake the test a third time. A 14-day waiting period will be imposed for all subsequent exam retakes. If you have passed an exam, you cannot take it again.

Q. Where can the test 70-640 be taken?

A.Microsoft exams may be taken at Prometric testing facilities.

Q. What is the exam fee?

A.The net price for taking test 70-640 is US$125. The net price does not include applicable taxes, vouchers, promotions or membership discounts you may have. The exam is subsidized in India and China. The net price for taking test 70-640 in India and China is US$50.

Note: As of April 1, 2007, only citizens of India will be permitted to register for exams in India test centers, and only citizens of China will be permitted to register for exams in Mainland China test centers.