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IBM LOT-988 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Exam Number: | LOT-988 (also known as C2040-988) |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 66 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired / No longer offered |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-Based, Drag and Drop, Multiple Choice |
| Exam Price: | ~$200 USD (varies by region) |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Official Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored exam at Pearson VUE test centers (retired) |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended hands-on experience with IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify |
IBM LOT-988 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Security and Policies | 20% | - Configure IM and meeting policies - Secure communications and data - Implement authentication and authorization |
| Topic 2: Installation and Configuration | 25% | - Set up connectivity and integration - Configure core services - Install Sametime servers and components |
| Topic 3: Troubleshooting | 10% | - Resolve common service issues - Analyze logs and trace information |
| Topic 4: Management and Maintenance | 25% | - Monitor server health and performance - Apply updates and upgrades - Manage users, groups, and directories |
| Topic 5: Architecture and Planning | 20% | - Design high availability and clustering - Understand Sametime 8.5 architecture - Plan network and infrastructure |
LOT-988 Exam FAQ: Before You Book Your Seat
IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 is an official IBM exam, listed under exam code LOT-988. A passing result earns you the IBM Certified System Administrator - IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 certification at the Intermediate / Professional level. It also ties into IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator - Lotus Sametime 8.5, extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
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Passing IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 requires 75%, and the official registration fee is ~$200 USD (varies by region). Retakes charge the full ~$200 USD (varies by region) again, which is why experienced candidates treat preparation as the cheaper exam fee. Verify your readiness with repeated ActualPDF practice scores above the requirement before you commit to a date.
No formal prerequisites; recommended hands-on experience with IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5
Requirements evolve, so confirm the current conditions before registering on the official exam page.
Registration for IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 goes through the official channels listed here.
When you schedule, note that the exam is delivered Proctored exam at Pearson VUE test centers (retired).
IBM recommends the following training for IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 candidates.
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The IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 syllabus spans 5 domains, led by Security and Policies (20%), Management and Maintenance (25%), and Installation and Configuration (25%). The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
