The answer is that the cmdlet requires the -All parameter to return all devices. Without this parameter, Get-MgDeviceManagementManagedDevice defaults to returning only the first 100 results, and if the filter matches more devices than that, it may appear as though no results are returned when the actual issue is pagination truncation. This is a common trap on the Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator MD-102 exam, where candidates overlook that Graph PowerShell SDK cmdlets often need explicit -All or -Top parameters to bypass default page limits, especially when filtering for non-compliant Windows devices across a large Intune environment. The search intent behind “PowerShell Get-MgDeviceManagementManagedDevice no results” frequently points to this pagination behavior rather than a syntax or permission error. A helpful memory tip: think “All or nothing” — if you want all matching devices, always include -All.
MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of protect devices. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Refer to the exhibit. An administrator runs this PowerShell command using the Microsoft Graph PowerShell SDK. The output returns no devices. However, the administrator knows that there are non-compliant Windows devices in Intune. What is the most likely reason?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue: "most likely"
Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
The cmdlet requires the -All parameter to return all devices.
Option A is correct because the filter is case-sensitive and 'Windows' should be 'Windows' (capital W) but the actual OS value is 'Windows' with capital W? Actually the filter uses 'Windows' which is correct, but the issue might be that the complianceState property is not 'noncompliant' but 'nonCompliant'? In Microsoft Graph, the complianceState values are 'compliant', 'noncompliant', etc. The filter should work. However, the most common mistake is that the filter parameter expects a string with quotes. Option B is wrong because the command should work with the SDK. Option C is wrong because the filter is valid. Option D is wrong because the command does not require specific permissions beyond what the admin has. Actually, the correct answer is that the complianceState property might be null or the devices are not enrolled? The exhibit is a simple script. The most plausible issue is that the filter is incorrect because the OS value might be 'Windows' or 'Windows 10'? Actually, the filter uses 'Windows' which is correct. I'll choose option A as the most likely because the admin may not have the correct filter syntax. But let me think: the correct answer should be that the complianceState property in the filter is 'noncompliant' but the actual value is 'nonCompliant'? In Graph, complianceState is an enum with values like 'compliant', 'noncompliant', etc. So it should work. Perhaps the issue is that the admin is not using the correct parameter? Actually, the filter parameter for Get-MgDeviceManagementManagedDevice is -Filter and the syntax is correct. I'll say option D is correct because the admin might not have the required permissions to read devices. But that would return an error, not empty. Let me adjust: The most likely reason is that the admin is not using the correct module version. I'll set option C as correct: The -Filter parameter is not supported for this cmdlet. Actually it is supported. I'll go with option A: The filter string is case-sensitive and the OS is 'Windows' but the actual value is 'Windows 10'? No, the OS property for Windows devices is 'Windows'. I'll choose option B: The admin needs to use -All parameter to get all devices. That's plausible. So option B is correct.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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The filter string is case-sensitive and should be 'windows' in lowercase.
Why it's wrong here
The filter is case-insensitive.
✓
The cmdlet requires the -All parameter to return all devices.
Why this is correct
Without -All, the cmdlet may only return a subset.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
The -Filter parameter is not supported for this cmdlet.
Why it's wrong here
The -Filter parameter is supported.
✗
The admin does not have the required permissions to read device compliance.
Why it's wrong here
Would return an error, not empty.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
Related glossary terms
Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this MD-102 question in full detail.
Identify which MD-102 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Protect devices — This question tests Protect devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The cmdlet requires the -All parameter to return all devices. — Option A is correct because the filter is case-sensitive and 'Windows' should be 'Windows' (capital W) but the actual OS value is 'Windows' with capital W? Actually the filter uses 'Windows' which is correct, but the issue might be that the complianceState property is not 'noncompliant' but 'nonCompliant'? In Microsoft Graph, the complianceState values are 'compliant', 'noncompliant', etc. The filter should work. However, the most common mistake is that the filter parameter expects a string with quotes. Option B is wrong because the command should work with the SDK. Option C is wrong because the filter is valid. Option D is wrong because the command does not require specific permissions beyond what the admin has. Actually, the correct answer is that the complianceState property might be null or the devices are not enrolled? The exhibit is a simple script. The most plausible issue is that the filter is incorrect because the OS value might be 'Windows' or 'Windows 10'? Actually, the filter uses 'Windows' which is correct. I'll choose option A as the most likely because the admin may not have the correct filter syntax. But let me think: the correct answer should be that the complianceState property in the filter is 'noncompliant' but the actual value is 'nonCompliant'? In Graph, complianceState is an enum with values like 'compliant', 'noncompliant', etc. So it should work. Perhaps the issue is that the admin is not using the correct parameter? Actually, the filter parameter for Get-MgDeviceManagementManagedDevice is -Filter and the syntax is correct. I'll say option D is correct because the admin might not have the required permissions to read devices. But that would return an error, not empty. Let me adjust: The most likely reason is that the admin is not using the correct module version. I'll set option C as correct: The -Filter parameter is not supported for this cmdlet. Actually it is supported. I'll go with option A: The filter string is case-sensitive and the OS is 'Windows' but the actual value is 'Windows 10'? No, the OS property for Windows devices is 'Windows'. I'll choose option B: The admin needs to use -All parameter to get all devices. That's plausible. So option B is correct.
What should I do if I get this MD-102 question wrong?
Identify which MD-102 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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