OS X Server Essentials 10.8 Exam: 9L0-518 Exam

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  • Exam Code: 9L0-518
  • Exam Name: OS X Server Essentials 10.8 Exam
  • Certification Provider: Apple
  • Corresponding Certification: ACTC
  • Updated: Sep 16, 2026
  • No. of Questions: 116 Questions & Answers with Testing Engine
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Apple 9L0-518 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:Apple
Exam Name:OS X Server Essentials 10.8 Exam
Exam Number:9L0-518
Related Certifications:Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA)
Real Exam Qty:80–100
Passing Score:75%
Certificate Validity Period:Retired, no longer valid
Available Languages:English
Exam Format:Drag-and-Drop, Multiple Choice, Scenario-Based
Exam Price:$199 USD
Exam Duration:120 minutes
Recommended Training:Apple OS X Server Essentials 10.8 Course
Exam Registration:Pearson VUE Registration
Sample Questions: DOWNLOAD DEMO
Exam Way:In-person at Pearson VUE centers / Online proctored (historical)
Pre Condition:Basic knowledge of OS X Mountain Lion and networking concepts
Official Syllabus URL:https://support.apple.com/guide/certifications/welcome/web

Apple 9L0-518 Exam Syllabus Topics:

SectionWeightObjectives
Topic 1: Network and Core Services20%- Manage Profile Manager and device management
- Configure DNS, DHCP, and VPN
- Set up mail, web, and calendar services
Topic 2: Users, Groups, and Directory Services25%- Integrate with existing directory services
- Configure Open Directory
- Manage local users and groups
Topic 3: Installation and Configuration20%- Install OS X Server 10.8
- Initial setup and configuration
- Server app navigation and management
Topic 4: Maintenance, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting15%- Monitor server performance and logs
- Diagnose and resolve common issues
- Backup and recovery strategies
Topic 5: File Sharing and Access Control20%- Set permissions and access control lists
- Manage file sharing quotas
- Configure AFP, SMB, and FTP services

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The 9L0-518 exam is a Apple certification exam validating the Apple OS X Server Essentials 10.8 syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA). Candidates in 2026 prepare for it with PrepPDF's 116 practice questions, available as a printable PDF, a Windows Desktop Test Engine, and an Online Test Engine — three versions of the same materials.

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The official Apple OS X Server Essentials 10.8 outline defines 5 domains. The leading three are Maintenance, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting (15%), Installation and Configuration (20%), and File Sharing and Access Control (20%). The full list is in the topics section above, and PrepPDF's 116 practice questions cover each one.

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Basic knowledge of OS X Mountain Lion and networking concepts Since requirements change over time, confirm the latest on the official Apple exam page before scheduling.

Apple OS X Server Essentials 10.8 Sample Questions:

Which protocol does the Messages service in OS X Server use to send messages?

  • A. SMP (Symmetric Messaging Protocol)
  • B. IRC (Internet Relay Chat)
  • C. XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol)
  • D. AIMP (AOL Instant Messaging Protocol)
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Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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On an OS X Mountain Lion computer with OS X Server installed, istant in OS X Mountain Lion, pressing Commandthat contains a folder named "Reports." The permissions for both are shown below.

Pat is not a member of the Finance group, but you would like her to have access to the Finance Dept share point. Using the Share Points pane in the File Sharing service in Server app, you modify the permissions of the share point as shown below.

After changing the permissions on the share point, what access will Pat have to the Reports folder in the share point?

  • A. Read-only
  • B. None
  • C. Read & Write
  • D. Write-only
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Correct Answer: A  🗳️

Which feature in OS X Server lets you configure file permissions to reflect an organizational structure such as a physical layout or personnel hierarchy?

  • A. Distributed file system
  • B. Nested groups
  • C. Access control lists
  • D. Effective Permission Inspector
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Correct Answer: C  🗳️

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You configured the Time Machine service on a computer with OS X Server to store backup data on the Data volume. Later you configure the service to store the backup data on a larger volume named Backup Data.
How is the backup data handled after the switch to the new backup volume?

  • A. OS X Server copies the existing backup data from the old volume to the new volume.
  • B. The next time users back up, all their files are backed up to the new volume.
  • C. Users are presented with a dialog asking which volume they want to use to store their backup data.
  • D. The next time users back up, new and changed files are backed up to the new volume, along with aliases pointing to the data on the old volume.
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Correct Answer: B  🗳️

What token does a client computer present to OS X Server in order to authenticate to a kerberized service running on the server?

  • A. A client-generated service ticket
  • B. A ticket-granting ticket (TGT) obtained from the Key Distribution Center (KDC)
  • C. The user's password
  • D. A service ticket obtained from the Key Distribution Center (KDC)
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Correct Answer: A  🗳️

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