Preparation Guide for Exam #MB6-503
Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Installation and Configuration
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 | Exam topics covered |
| Audience profile |
| Credit toward certification |
| Preparation tools and resources |
| Skills being measured |
| Exam specifics |
Exam topics covered
The following list includes the topic areas covered on this exam. The percentage indicates the portion of the exam that addresses a particular skill.
| • | Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Overview (10 percent) |
| • | Planning a Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Install (20 percent) |
| • | Installing a Development System (15 percent) |
| • | Installing the Core System (15 percent) |
| • | Configuring Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 (15 percent) |
| • | Deploying Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 (10 percent) |
| • | Set Up and Configure Application Integration Server (5 percent) |
| • | Installing Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Enterprise Portal (5 percent) |
| • | Install Microsoft Dynamics AX Reporting (5 percent) |
Audience profile
Individuals who want to obtain a certification on Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Installation and Configuration should take this exam.
Credit toward certification
When you pass this exam, you earn credit toward the following certifications:
Preparation tools and resources
In addition to your hands-on experience working with the product, we highly recommend that you use the following tools and training to help you prepare for this exam.
E-learning courses for this exam
| • | 8626: Installation and Configuration for Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 |
Note We strongly recommend that you use training materials in conjunction with the corresponding e-learning to prepare for a certification exam.
Training materials for this exam
Training materials for Microsoft Dynamics can be ordered through your local partner.
| • | 8626: Installation and Configuration for Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 |
Classroom training for this exam
| • | 8626B: Installation and Configuration I in Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 |
Supplemental learning resources
| • | Online Help in the Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 product |
| • | Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 What's New training |
Additional skills recommended
| • | General working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2000 or Windows 2003 Server, Windows XP Professional, Windows security, Active Directory, IIS, and SQL Server 2000 or 2005. |
Microsoft online resources
| • | MSDN: Designed as a reference for developers, the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) features code samples, technical articles, newsgroups, chats, and more. |
| • | Training and certification newsgroups: There is a newsgroup for every Microsoft certification. By participating in the ongoing dialogue, you take advantage of a unique opportunity to exchange ideas with and ask questions of others, including more than 750 Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) worldwide. |
Skills being measured
This certification exam measures your ability to do the following:
| • | Understand and articulate how to set up and configure Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0, including understanding the components used in a Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 deployment. |
| • | Install and set up those components, including supporting components such as Active Directory, SQL Server 2005, and IIS, as well as the Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 components that include Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Database, Application Object Server, Application File Server, and Client. |
| • | Understand how to configure Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Enterprise Portal, Reporting Services, and Application Integration Server. |
Exam specifics
Time requirements and questions
| • | 90 minutes to complete the exam |
| • | 50 questions, with a passing rate of 70 percent |
| • | Multiple choice and multiple answer questions |
Registration
Register for Exam #MB6-503, Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Installation and Configuration.
| • | Register now (Prometric.com) |
Note This preparation guide is subject to change at any time without prior notice and at the sole discretion of Microsoft. Microsoft exams might include adaptive testing technology and simulation items. Microsoft does not identify the format in which exams are presented. Please use this preparation guide to prepare for the exam, regardless of its format. Please contact MBS-Cert@microsoft.com with any certification or training-related questions.
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