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Microsoft 70-713 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Software Asset Management (SAM) - Core |
| Exam Number: | 70-713 |
| Exam Price: | USD 165 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Scenario-Based Questions, Multiple Response, Case Study |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Certification does not expire (exam retired) |
| Passing Score: | 700/1000 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40-60 |
| Related Certifications: | Microsoft Specialist: Software Asset Management (SAM) |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Pearson VUE testing centers; exam was also available through authorized Microsoft testing partners before retirement. |
| Pre Condition: | No prerequisite exam required. Knowledge of Microsoft licensing, software asset management processes, and enterprise IT environments is recommended. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/70-713/ |
Microsoft 70-713 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Design and Manage a SAM Program | 25% - 30% | - SAM program governance
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| Assess a SAM Program | 20% - 25% | - Assess SAM maturity
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| Manage Inventory and Data | 20% - 25% | - Asset inventory management
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| Manage the Software Asset Lifecycle | 30% - 35% | - Software lifecycle management
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The Microsoft Software Asset Management (SAM) - Core exam contains 40-60 questions, and you will have 120 minutes minutes to complete them. Practicing under the same time pressure makes the real exam feel like a rehearsal.
No prerequisite exam required. Knowledge of Microsoft licensing, software asset management processes, and enterprise IT environments is recommended.
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official 70-713 exam page before you register.
The Microsoft Software Asset Management (SAM) - Core practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Design and Manage a SAM Program (25% - 30%)
- Assess a SAM Program (20% - 25%)
- Manage the Software Asset Lifecycle (30% - 35%)
Targeted practice against these topics is far more efficient than unfocused reading.
Microsoft Software Asset Management (SAM) - Core Sample Questions:
A company plans to implement a SAM program. The departments that will initially use SAM are described in the table below.
The company expects to grow by 50 percent in the nett three years. Licensing costs are billed internally to each department. You need to collect the license metrics for each application to secure funding for future growth.
For each application, which licensing metric should you use? To answer, select the appropriate options in the answer area.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point
Correct Answer:

Explanation
References: https://www.itassetmanagement.net/2015/07/24/microsoft-licensing-quick-guide-2015/
You are leading a SAM licensing optimization initiative at an organization. The primary focus for this effort is a cloud migration project.
You need to determine which versions and editions of Microsoft Office are installed on computers.
Which tool or report should you use?
- A. Office 365 Admin center Microsoft Teams activity report
- B. Microsoft Online Services portal
- C. Office 365 Admin center email activity report
- D. System Center Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr)
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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You need to generate a software asset usage report on a daily basis by using System Center Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr).
You must be able to generate and view reports in a web browser.
Which two actions should you perform? Each correct answer presents part of the solution.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.
- A. View the report using the ConfigMgr console.
- B. Create the report using Report Manager.
- C. View the report using Report Manager.
- D. Create the report using the ConfigMgr console.
Correct Answer: B,C 🗳️
Your network contains 1,000 thin clients.
An automated inventory system manages all software accessed from the thin clients.
You need to ensure that Microsoft Office inventory information is up-to-date.
What should you do?
- A. Configure the inventory system to automatically delete unused instance records every 90 days.
- B. Configure the inventory system to automatically delete instance records when users log off the thin clients.
- C. Install a Remote Desktop Services Licensing Manager and use Microsoft License Advisor (MLA).
- D. Install a hardware inventory system and use Microsoft License Advisor (MLA).
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
You need to monitor infrastructure and manage software deployments for an organization. You must uninstall unlicensed software from all devices.
Which tool should you use?
- A. Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP)
- B. Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit (MAP)
- C. Microsoft Intune
- D. System Center Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr)
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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