IBM A2040-988 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
| Exam Name: | Assessment: Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Exam Number: | A2040-988 / C2040-988 |
| Exam Price: | 200 USD |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice, Scenario-based, Drag-and-drop |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiration / Valid until product retirement |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Collaboration Solutions Certification Track |
| Real Exam Qty: | 66 |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Official Sametime 8.5 Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration IBM Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | IBM A2040-988 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Proctored online or at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers |
| Pre Condition: | Basic knowledge of IBM Lotus Sametime, Domino server administration, and 6+ months of hands-on experience recommended |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify |
IBM A2040-988 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Installation and Configuration | 30% | - Set up Sametime Connect client - Install Sametime servers and components - File transfer and media configuration - Configure Domino and LDAP directories - Configure authentication and SSO |
| Management and Maintenance | 25% | - Monitor server health and performance - Troubleshoot common issues - Backup and recovery procedures - Apply updates and fix packs |
| Security Administration | 15% | - Manage user access and permissions - Audit and compliance settings - Encryption and secure communication |
| Policy Management | 10% | - Create and apply client policies - Enforce usage and feature restrictions |
| Architecture, Planning and Preparation | 20% | - Network and infrastructure planning - Directory service integration planning - Server sizing and capacity planning - Understand Sametime 8.5 architecture |

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