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Microsoft AZ-103 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Microsoft Azure Administrator |
| Exam Number: | AZ-103 |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, English |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Scenario-based questions, Multiple answer |
| Related Certifications: | AZ-104 AZ-100 AZ-101 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40-60 |
| Passing Score: | 700 (out of 1000) |
| Exam Price: | USD 165 (price varies by region) |
| Exam Duration: | 150 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Instructor-Led Training Microsoft Official Learning Path |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; exam retired August 31, 2020 |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended experience in Azure administration, operating systems, networking, storage, and cloud infrastructure |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/az-103/ |
Microsoft AZ-103 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy and manage virtual machines | 15-20% | - Configure VM storage - Create and configure VMs - Manage VM availability - Automate VM deployment - Manage VM sizes and scaling |
| Implement and manage storage | 15-20% | - Manage blob storage - Implement Azure backup and recovery - Implement Azure storage replication - Create and configure storage accounts - Manage Azure files |
| Configure and manage virtual networks | 30-35% | - Deploy and manage VPN gateways - Configure Azure load balancer - Implement and manage virtual networks - Configure name resolution - Monitor and troubleshoot virtual networking - Integrate on-premises network with Azure |
| Manage identities | 15-20% | - Manage Azure Active Directory - Manage Azure AD objects - Manage Azure AD join - Implement and manage hybrid identities - Implement multi-factor authentication |
| Manage Azure subscriptions and resources | 15-20% | - Configure Azure policies - Manage Azure subscriptions - Analyze resource utilization and consumption - Manage resource groups - Manage role-based access control (RBAC) |
Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-103) — Questions Candidates Actually Ask
The AZ-103 exam, officially known as Microsoft Azure Administrator, is the Microsoft test that leads to the Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate certification at the Associate level. Passing it validates the skills employers expect from a certified professional. It is also associated with related credentials such as AZ-100, AZ-101, AZ-104.
The AZ-103 exam contains 40-60 questions, and you have 150 minutes to complete them. Work out your per-question pace before test day, and flag slow items instead of stalling on them — time pressure, not knowledge, sinks many first attempts. Timed mock exams in the Actual4Exams test engines are the most reliable way to build that rhythm.
The passing score for the AZ-103 exam is 700 (out of 1000), and the official registration fee is USD 165 (price varies by region). If you miss the mark, a retake means paying the full fee again, so book your seat only when you are ready. A practical benchmark: score consistently above the passing line on timed practice tests before scheduling the real exam.
No formal prerequisites; recommended experience in Azure administration, operating systems, networking, storage, and cloud infrastructure
Entry requirements can change, so confirm the latest conditions on the official exam page: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/az-103/.
You can book the AZ-103 exam through the official registration channels below:
Exam delivery: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; exam retired August 31, 2020. Seats at popular test centers fill quickly, so schedule early once your preparation is on track.
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The official Microsoft Azure Administrator outline is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Configure and manage virtual networks — 30-35% of the exam
- Deploy and manage virtual machines — 15-20% of the exam
- Implement and manage storage — 15-20% of the exam
See the complete exam topics section above for the full outline and the weighting of every domain.
Microsoft Azure Administrator Sample Questions:
Question 1
You have an Azure subscription that contains 10 virtual machines.
You need to ensure that you receive an email message when any virtual machines are powered off, restarted, or deallocated.
What is the minimum number of rules and action groups that you require?
A. one rule and three action groups
B. one rule and one action group
C. three rules and one action group
D. three rules and three action groups
Question 2
You are the global administrator for an Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) tenant named adatum.com You need to enable two-step verification for Azure users.
What should you do?
A. Create an Azure AD conditional access policy
B. Configure a security policy in Azure Security Center
C. Configure a playbook in Azure Security Center
D. Install an MFA Server
Question 3
You have an Azure subscription named Subscription1. Subscription1 contains a virtual machine named VM1.
You have a computer named Computer1 that runs Windows 10. Computer1 is connected to the Internet.
You add a network interface named Interface1 to VM1 as shown in the exhibit (Click the Exhibit button.)
From Computer1, you attempt to connect to VM1 by using Remote Desktop, but the connection fails.
You need to establish a Remote Desktop connection to VM1.
What should you do first?
A. Start VM1.
B. Delete the DenyAllOutBound outbound port rule.
C. Attach a network interface.
D. Delete the DenyAllInBound inbound port rule.
Question 4
You have an Azure virtual machine named VM1 that you use for testing. VM1 is protected by Azure Backup.
You delete VM1.
You need to remove the backup data stored for VM1.
What should you do first?
A. Delete the storage account.
B. Stop the backup.
C. Delete the Recovery Services vault.
D. Modify the backup policy.
Question 5
From the MFA Server blade, you open the Block/unblock users blade as shown in the exhibit.
What caused AlexW to be blocked?
A. An administrator manually blocked the user
B. The user account password expired
C. The user entered an incorrect PIN for time within 10 minutes
D. The user reported a fraud alert when prompted for additional authentication
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: D | Question 5 Answer: D |
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