PDF Version DemoHit a ceiling in your IT career? A IBM certification is often what breaks it — and the C2040-988 exam is the lock you have to pick. Real4test equips you with 131 practice questions for the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam so the effort you invest actually converts into a pass.
IBM C2040-988 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Exam Number: | C2040-988 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No official expiration (retired exam) |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Price: | 200 USD |
| Real Exam Qty: | 66 |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Exam Format: | Drag and Drop, Multiple Choice |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Official Sametime 8.5 Administration Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration IBM Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; remote proctoring not available |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on experience with IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify |
IBM C2040-988 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Architecture, Planning and Preparing the Environment | 20% | - Network and infrastructure planning - Deployment topologies and clustering - Understand Sametime 8.5 architecture and components - Database and LDAP directory preparation - WebSphere Application Server prerequisites |
| Topic 2: Managing and Maintaining the Environment | 25% | - Daily administration of Sametime servers - Troubleshoot common issues - Monitor performance and logs - Manage users and groups - Backup, restore and upgrade procedures |
| Topic 3: Working with Policies | 15% | - Create and assign user policies - Troubleshoot policy application - Configure IM, meeting and media policies - Apply policy inheritance and precedence |
| Topic 4: Installing and Configuring | 25% | - Configure Sametime Gateway and Proxy - Install Sametime Community Server - Set up connectivity and integration - Install Media Manager and Meeting Server - Post-installation verification |
| Topic 5: Managing Security | 15% | - Firewall and port configuration - Audit and compliance - Encryption and secure communications - Authentication and authorization |
IBM C2040-988 Exam FAQ: Read This First
Which domains make up the C2040-988 exam?
The IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam spans 5 domains, and they are not weighted equally. The top areas are Working with Policies — 15%, Installing and Configuring — 25%, Managing and Maintaining the Environment — 25%. Budget your study hours to match those weights; the full domain list is in the outline section further up this page.
Are there official IBM courses for the C2040-988 exam?
Yes. IBM officially recommends these training options for the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam:
Training builds the foundation — then measure it with the 131 practice questions for the C2040-988 exam from Real4test to see how you perform when the clock is running.
What does passing the C2040-988 exam actually get me?
The C2040-988 exam is IBM's official certification test, and passing it earns the IBM Certified System Administrator - IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 credential at the Intermediate / System Administrator level. In career terms, it is verified proof of skill — the kind that moves you up the shortlist when your company works with IBM technologies, or when you apply to one that does.
What is the C2040-988 passing score, and how much is the exam fee?
You pass the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam at 75%, and each attempt costs 200 USD — fail, and that fee is due again in full for the retake. Treat mock exams as insurance: keep practicing with Real4test until your scores sit comfortably above 75% twice in a row, then schedule the real C2040-988 exam.
Can I check your C2040-988 questions before buying?
Please do. Real4test offers a free demo download for the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam — grab it from the product page or leave your email and we will send it over. Purchases come with 365 days of free updates; after that year, extending the update service costs 50% of the original price in your member zone.
How many questions are in the C2040-988 exam and how long does it run?
The IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam packs 66 questions into 90 minutes. That ratio leaves almost no room for stalling, so time management is a trained skill, not luck. Our suggestion: rehearse full-length timed sessions in the Real4test engine, learn to park a question and return later, and walk into the C2040-988 exam with a pacing plan already rehearsed.
What are the eligibility requirements for the C2040-988 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on experience with IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 Since IBM revises these rules from time to time, confirm the current prerequisites on the official exam page (https://www.ibm.com/certify) before booking your IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam.
What if I fail — and how fast is delivery?
Delivery is effectively instant: your C2040-988 download link is emailed within one minute of payment, with no cap on how many computers you install it on. If the email has not shown up within 2 hours, check spam and contact our 7x24 support — we reply quickly and resend immediately. If you fail the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam itself, the refund policy applies when you took the corresponding exam within 60 days of purchase: submit a scanned enrollment slip and the official Score Report PDF within 2 days after the exam, and the refund is processed within 7 days. Not covered: attempts within 3 days of purchase, exams never actually taken, free materials, and expired orders — and the candidate name must match the payer name. Prefer material over money? Exchange for two free exam products of equal value and keep the update service on your original purchase.
Where can I register for the IBM Administering IBM Lotus Sametime 8.5 exam?
Use IBM's official registration channels:
The exam is offered as Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; remote proctoring not available — choose the format that fits your situation when you schedule.
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