MD-102 Prepare infrastructure for devices Practice Question
Which TWO actions are required to prepare Windows devices for subscription activation? (Select TWO.)
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse subscription activation with traditional volume activation methods (KMS or MAK) and select options B or C, or mistakenly think Azure AD Connect is required for device join, when in fact only Microsoft Entra ID or hybrid join is needed.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Ensure the device has a Windows 10/11 Pro or Education license
Subscription activation requires a qualifying base license of Windows 10/11 Pro or Education. These editions support the subscription activation feature, which upgrades the device to Windows 10/11 Enterprise without requiring a separate product key. Without this base license, the device cannot be upgraded via subscription activation.
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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Ensure the device has a Windows 10/11 Pro or Education license
Why this is correct
Subscription Activation works only on Pro and Education editions.
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Enter a MAK key
Why it's wrong here
MAK is for retail activation, not subscription.
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Configure a KMS host key
Why it's wrong here
KMS is not used for subscription activation.
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Join the device to Microsoft Entra ID or hybrid Microsoft Entra ID
Why this is correct
Subscription Activation requires Microsoft Entra ID authentication.
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Install the Azure AD Connect tool
Why it's wrong here
Azure AD Connect is for directory sync, not activation.
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