Microsoft TS 72-640

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Microsoft 72-640 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Microsoft
Exam Name:	TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring
Exam Number:	70-640
Exam Duration:	120 minutes
Real Exam Qty:	approx. 60-70
Exam Format:	Scenario-based questions, Multiple choice
Related Certifications:	70-643: TS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuring 70-642: TS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring
Passing Score:	80% (approx.)
Certificate Validity Period:	Retired (officially retired July 31, 2021)
Available Languages:	English, Other localised languages (varied by region)
Exam Price:	Official pricing varied by region (USD ~100-200 historically)
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Onsite / authorized testing center (historically Prometric/VUE)
Pre Condition:	Recommended at least one year experience implementing and administering Windows Server 2008/R2 environments
Official Syllabus URL:	https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/retired

Microsoft 72-640 Exam Syllabus Topics:

72-640 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 72-640 exam lead to?

The 72-640 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the TS certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuring credential. It sits at the MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist) level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to 70-642: TS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring, 70-643: TS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuring, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 72-640 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 72-640 exam contains approx. 60-70 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 72-640 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 72-640 exam is 80% (approx.), and the official registration fee is Official pricing varied by region (USD ~100-200 historically). 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 216 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 72-640 exam?

Recommended at least one year experience implementing and administering Windows Server 2008/R2 environments Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the 72-640 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 72-640 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Microsoft revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the 72-640 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Microsoft TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuring purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

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What topics are covered in the 72-640 exam?

The Microsoft TS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuring exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:

• Configuring the Active Directory Infrastructure
• Creating and Maintaining Active Directory Objects
• Maintaining the Active Directory Environment

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.