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Microsoft 70-462 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases |
| Exam Number: | 70-462 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired January 31, 2021; MCSA valid for 3 years once earned |
| Related Certifications: | MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014 70-461: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 70-463: Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 |
| Exam Format: | Simulations, Multiple response, Drag-and-drop, Multiple choice, Case studies |
| Exam Price: | USD $165 (varies by country/region) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40–60 |
| Available Languages: | Portuguese (Brazil), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), German, French, English |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Passing Score: | 700 (on a scale of 1–1000) |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Official Course 20462B Microsoft Learn 70-462 Study Guide |
| Exam Registration: | Microsoft Exam Registration Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctored exam available before retirement |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended basic knowledge of SQL Server and T-SQL; part of MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014 track requiring 70-461, 70-462, and 70-463 |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/70-462/ |
Microsoft 70-462 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Implement High Availability | 5–10% | - Implement log shipping - Implement database mirroring - Implement AlwaysOn Availability Groups - Implement AlwaysOn Failover Cluster Instances |
| Topic 2: Implement Security | 15–20% | - Implement data protection - Manage logins and server roles - Audit SQL Server instances - Manage database users and roles - Configure permissions |
| Topic 3: Optimize and Troubleshoot | 15–20% | - Identify and resolve concurrency issues - Optimize indexes and queries - Diagnose and resolve database issues - Collect and analyze performance data |
| Topic 4: Maintain Instances and Databases | 15–20% | - Configure SQL Server instances - Manage SQL Server Agent jobs - Perform maintenance - Monitor and troubleshoot SQL Server - Manage databases |
| Topic 5: Manage Data | 20–25% | - Manage data integrity - Design and implement databases - Implement backup and restore strategies - Import and export data |
| Topic 6: Install and Configure | 20–25% | - Configure additional SQL Server components - Manage installation - Plan installation - Install SQL Server and related services |
Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the Microsoft 70-462 exam?
The 70-462 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014 certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases credential. It sits at the Professional level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014, 70-461: Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014, 70-463: Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 70-462 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 70-462 exam contains 40–60 questions to be completed within 120 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the 70-462 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 70-462 exam is 700 (on a scale of 1–1000), and the official registration fee is USD $165 (varies by country/region). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 305 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the 70-462 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended basic knowledge of SQL Server and T-SQL; part of MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014 track requiring 70-461, 70-462, and 70-463 Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 70-462 exam?
You can book the Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Proctored onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctored exam available before retirement. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 70-462 exam?
Microsoft recommends the following training resources for the Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 305 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the 70-462 practice questions before I buy?
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What topics are covered in the 70-462 exam?
The Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Manage Data — 20–25% of the exam
- Maintain Instances and Databases — 15–20% of the exam
- Implement Security — 15–20% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Microsoft Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012/2014 Databases Sample Questions:
Question 1
You administer a single server that contains a Microsoft SQL Server 2012 default instance on which several production databases have been deployed.
You plan to install a new ticketing application that requires the deployment of a database on the server. The SQL login for this application requires sysadmin permissions.
You need to ensure that the login for the ticketing application cannot access other production databases.
What should you do?
A. Install a new named SQL Server instance on the server.
B. Use the SQL Server default instance and configure a user-defined server role. Add the login for the ticketing application to this role.
C. Install a new default SQL Server instance on the server.
D. Use the SQL Server default instance and enable Contained Databases.
Question 2
You administer a Microsoft SQL Server database.
Users report that a billing application is throwing errors during busy times of the day.
You identity that the following error is regularly written to the application's error tog every day between 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm:
Error 1205: Transaction (Process ID) was deadlocked on resources with another process and Has been chosen as the deadlock victim.
You need to determine tike cause of deadlocks. You start a trace using SQL Server Profiler.
Which event should you select?
A. Deadlock graph
B. Lode Escalation
C. Lock: Deadlock
D. Lock: Timeout
Question 3
You are designing a SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) package that uses the Fuzzy Lookup transformation.
The reference data to be used in the transformation does not change.
You need to reuse the Fuzzy Lookup match index to increase performance and reduce maintenance.
What should you do?
A. Execute the sp_FuzzyLookupTableMaintenanceUninstall stored procedure.
B. Select the DropExistingMatchIndex option in the Fuzzy Lookup Transformation Editor.
C. Select the GenerateNewIndex option in the Fuzzy Lookup Transformation Editor.
D. Select the GenerateAndPersistNewIndex option in the Fuzzy Lookup Transformation Editor.
E. Execute the sp_FuzzyLookupTableMaintenanceInvoke stored procedure.
Question 4
You administer a Microsoft SQL Server 2012 database.
The database contains a schema named CUSTOMER. CUSTOMER contains several tables and views with sensitive data, as well as various stored procedures and functions.
In order to configure security for CUSTOMER, you need to determine how to meet the security requirements listed in the answer area.
Which command or commands should you use? (To answer, drag the appropriate command or commands to their corresponding security requirement or requirements in the answer area. Answer choices may be used once, more than once, or not at all. Answer targets may be used once or not at all. Additionally, you may need to drag the split bar between panes or scroll to view content.)
Question 5
You administer a Microsoft SQL Server 2012 instance. After a routine shutdown, the drive that contains tempdb fails.
You need to be able to start the SQL Server.
What should you do?
A. Start SQL Server in single-user mode.
B. Start SQL Server in minimal configuration mode.
C. Modify tempdb location in startup parameters.
D. Configure SQL Server to bypass Windows application logging.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: C | Question 3 Answer: D | Question 4 Answer: Only visible for members | Question 5 Answer: B |
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