Last Updated: Aug 31, 2026
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| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | TS: Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 2009, Development |
| Exam Number: | 70-577 |
| Exam Price: | $125 USD |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Retired, no longer valid for new certification; originally valid 5–8 years aligned with product lifecycle |
| Exam Duration: | 120–150 |
| Passing Score: | 700 (out of 1000) |
| Related Certifications: | MCP MCITP: Embedded Device Developer |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Build List and Reorder, Multiple Select, Hot Area |
| Available Languages: | English, German, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, French |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50–75 |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Official Self-Paced Training Kit |
| Exam Registration: | Prometric Registration (historical) |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Proctored onsite at Prometric test centers; retired since July 31, 2016 |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: 1–2 years experience with Windows XP Embedded / Windows Embedded Standard; no mandatory prerequisites |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.microsoft.com/learning/en-us/exam.aspx?ID=70-577 |
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Installing and Configuring Windows Embedded Standard 2009 | 20% | - Install tools and environment - Analyze hardware requirements - Configure development environment |
| Topic 2: Building and Customizing Runtime Images | 30% | - Use Target Designer - Optimize image size and footprint - Configure registry and settings - Select components and dependencies |
| Topic 3: Deploying and Maintaining Images | 15% | - Deploy to target hardware - Prepare image for deployment - Perform updates and servicing |
| Topic 4: Troubleshooting and Diagnostics | 15% | - Diagnose boot and startup issues - Use logging and debugging tools - Resolve driver and hardware conflicts |
| Topic 5: Configuring Operating System Features | 20% | - Set up networking and services - Manage storage and file systems - Enable embedded-specific features - Configure security and permissions |
The 070-577 exam, officially titled Microsoft Windows@ Embedded Standard 2009, Development, is the qualifying exam for the MCTS: Windows Embedded Standard 2009, Development certification, which sits at the Technology Specialist / Associate level. Earning it shows employers that you have the skills the credential stands for, and it is a solid step forward on a Microsoft career path. It also connects to MCP, MCITP: Embedded Device Developer, so the effort you put in now keeps paying off as you advance.
The 070-577 exam gives you 50–75 questions to complete within 120–150. Do the math before exam day: divide the total time by the question count to set a steady per-question pace, and flag any item that stalls you so you can return to it after securing the easier points. The most reliable way to build that rhythm is a full timed practice test under the same limit, which is exactly what TestSimulate's test engines are designed for.
The passing score for Microsoft Windows@ Embedded Standard 2009, Development is 700 (out of 1000), and the official registration fee is $125 USD. Keep in mind that a retake means paying that fee again in full, which makes an honest self-check worthwhile: before you book, sit a timed practice test and make sure you are consistently scoring above the passing line with some margin to spare.
According to the official requirements: Recommended: 1–2 years experience with Windows XP Embedded / Windows Embedded Standard; no mandatory prerequisites. Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current details on the official exam page before you register.
Registration for the 070-577 exam is handled through the official channels below:
The exam is delivered in the following format: Proctored onsite at Prometric test centers; retired since July 31, 2016. Pick a date that leaves room for at least one full timed practice test beforehand.
Microsoft recommends the following official training options for candidates preparing for Microsoft Windows@ Embedded Standard 2009, Development:
Courses build the foundation, but they work best alongside question practice. That is where TestSimulate comes in: the 75 practice questions in our 070-577 package let you rehearse the exam format at your own pace and see exactly where you stand.
Yes — TestSimulate offers a free PDF demo of the Microsoft Windows@ Embedded Standard 2009, Development material, so you can review the question style and answer quality before you spend anything. After purchase, you also receive 365 days of free updates, and if your product expires you can extend the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.
If you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you are covered by the 100% Money Back Guarantee under clear conditions. To claim a full refund, submit a scan of your exam enrollment slip and your official Score Report PDF within two days of the exam; requests are processed within seven days. Note that sitting the exam within three days of purchase is not eligible, purchases that were never followed by an exam sitting do not qualify, free materials and expired orders are excluded, and the candidate name must match the payer name. Prefer an exchange instead? You can swap your product for two free exam packages of equal value and keep your update service. Delivery is immediate: your 070-577 material is ready for instant download and is also emailed to you within one minute of payment — contact customer service if nothing arrives within two hours. There is no limit on the number of computers you can install it on.
The current Microsoft Windows@ Embedded Standard 2009, Development syllabus is organized into 5 exam domains. The first three are:
For the full domain and subtopic breakdown, see the Exam Topics section above — that is the outline your TestSimulate practice questions are mapped to.
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