AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services

Name: AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services
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Certificate Exam Preparatory Course

Created byStone River eLearning

Last updated 6/2024

English

What you'll learn

Securing Windows Server: Fortify your Windows Server against internal and external threats with robust security measures.
Hybrid Infrastructure Management: Learn to manage both on-premises and hybrid infrastructures effectively.
High Availability with Failover Clusters: Implement and manage failover clusters to ensure high availability for critical workloads.
Azure Integration: Integrate Windows Server with Azure AD for centralized identity management and enhanced security.
Networking and Security: Implement and manage networking solutions to secure your Windows Server environment.
Storage and Data Recovery: Secure storage solutions and learn data recovery tactics to ensure business continuity.
Backup and Disaster Recovery: Manage backups, utilize Azure Site Recovery for disaster recovery, and implement Hyper-V Replicas for real-time VM protection.
Cloud Migration: Smoothly migrate on-premises Windows servers to Azure cloud environments.
Active Directory Upgrade: Upgrade your Active Directory infrastructure to leverage new features and enhancements.
Web Application Migration: Move web applications from IIS to Azure for improved scalability and performance.
Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues with Windows Server VMs in Azure, and monitor server health, performance, and security effectively.

Course content

6 sections • 67 lectures • 14h 55m total length

Course Overview2:54

Configure and Manage Microsoft Defender for Servers12:36
Configure and Manage Exploit Protection9:02
Configure exploit protection in Windows Defender for Endpoint on Windows Server, using system and program overrides for legacy apps. Deploy exported XML settings via group policy to domain machines.
Configure and Manage Windows Defender Application Control11:12
Configure and manage Windows Defender application control to enforce zero-trust app execution. Deploy XML-based rules via Group Policy, with OS version caveats and hash-based updates.
Configure and Manage Windows Defender Credential Guard and SmartScreen10:39
Learn to configure Windows Defender Credential Guard and SmartScreen via Group Policy, isolating credentials and blocking untrusted apps, while understanding Protected Users and their Kerberos and NTLM protections.
Implement OS Security Using Group Policies13:54
Master OS security with group policies by applying GPOs through local, site, domain, and OU levels. Use GPMC and RSOP to verify policy scope in the Sysvall directory.
Configure Password Policies and Password Block Lists13:03
Secure Domain Controllers15:48
Learn to harden domain controllers in hybrid environments with remote desktop restrictions and WSUS patching. Also implement controlled internet access, audit policies, and GPO-based log retention.
Configure Authentication Policies and Silos9:33
Configure Account Security13:26
Manage AD Built-In Administrative Groups11:30
Implement and Manage Microsoft Defender for Identity12:42
Use Microsoft Sentinel to Monitor On-Prem Servers and VMs20:33
Use Microsoft Defender for Cloud to Remediate Security Issues15:49
Discover how Defender for Cloud provides cloud security posture management, a secure score, data sovereignty guidance, and governance through policies, compliance standards (HIPAA, PCI, NIST), and workflows for remediation.
Manage Windows Defender Firewall12:36
Manage Windows Defender Firewall with inbound and outbound rules, built-in and custom policies, and profile-specific settings; enable remote management, back up policies, and use flow logs for troubleshooting.
Implement Domain Isolation and Connection Security Rules13:11
Implement domain isolation and connection security rules across isolation, boundary, and encryption zones, using firewall configurations, IPsec policy, and GPO-based deployment in the Woodgrove Bank scenario.
Manage Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption10:34
Manage Disk Encryption for Azure VMs10:20

Implement a Windows Server Failover Cluster12:08
Implement a Stretch Cluster Across Regions12:24
Configure Storage for Failover Clustering14:33
Configure Networking for Failover Clustering12:18
Manage Cluster Quorum10:56
Explore how to manage a cluster quorum using cloud witnesses or disk and file share witnesses, including configuring an Azure storage account and failover cluster settings for majority voting.
Manage Cluster Updates9:58
Failover and Recover a Cluster Node9:13
Upgrade Nodes to Windows Server 202210:43
Manage Failover Clusters Using Windows Admin Center7:35
Using Storage Spaces Direct14:17

Manage Backup for Windows Server in Azure13:16
Using Azure Backup Server16:24
Configure Backup using Built-In Backup Agent11:27
Recover VMs Using Snapshots10:44
Configure Recovery for On-Prem VMs17:14
Configure site recovery for on-prem Hyper-V VMs by deploying the recovery services agent, linking a Hyper-V site, and creating replication policies to Azure.
Configure Recovery for Azure VMs21:47
Explore disaster recovery for Azure VMs using Site Recovery and Recovery Services Vault, detailing network mapping, replication policy, protected items, and recovery plan setup.
Manage Hyper-V Replication and Failover20:13

Transfer Data and Shares17:33
Transfer data and shares from on-prem servers to Azure using RoboCopy, REST API, and file shares, with Azure Data Box and storage account considerations.
Using Storage Migration Service17:40
Migrate to Azure File Shares21:30
Deploy and Configure Azure Migrate Appliance27:05
Migrate Workloads to Azure IaaS16:01
Migrate IIS13:26
Migrate Internet Information Services (IIS) on Windows servers by backing up configurations and certificates, then use Web Deploy to create migration packages and move apps while testing compatibility.
Migrate Hyper-V Hosts9:21
Learn how to migrate Hyper-V hosts, back up virtual machines, and upgrade VM versions and integration services, while handling hardware compatibility and live migration considerations.
Migrate RDS Host Servers10:44
Migrate DHCP14:19
Migrate DHCP by exporting the scope and options from the source server, importing them on the new server, then authorize the new server and deauthorize the old to prevent conflicts.
Migrate Print Servers11:26
Migrate IIS Workloads to Azure Web Apps9:47
Migrate IIS Workloads to Containers16:46
Migrate AD DS Objects22:10
Upgrade an Existing Forest9:33

Monitor Windows Server with Performance Monitor15:24
Monitor VMs using Windows Admin Center11:21
Learn to monitor virtual machines with Windows Admin Center from the Azure portal, set up open port and RBAC prerequisites, and build performance dashboards using counters like processor and memory.
Analyze Data Using System Insights8:23
Manage Event Logs17:08
Deploy Azure Monitor Agents13:00
Manage Performance and Alerts in Azure13:05
Troubleshoot Hybrid Network Connectivity12:55
Troubleshoot On-Prem Connectivity15:22
Troubleshoot Deployment Failures15:48
Troubleshoot Booting Failures8:43
Troubleshoot Disk Encryption Issues11:39
Troubleshoot VM Connection Issues13:35
Restore Objects from AD Recycle Bin10:51
Using Directory Services Restore Mode11:10
Recover SYSVOL9:48
Sysvol, the system volume for group policy and scripts, is replicated across domain controllers via dfs; learn connectivity checks, GPT.ini versioning, and dfsr diag troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot AD Replication11:51
Troubleshoot Hybrid Authentication Issues15:50
Troubleshoot On-Prem Active Directory17:27

Requirements

Familiarity with the fundamentals of Windows Server operating systems, including installation, configuration, and administration.
Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN.
Basic experience in managing Active Directory, including user and group management, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and domain controllers.
Familiarity with virtualization concepts and technologies, particularly Hyper-V.
Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts, although not mandatory, would be beneficial for topics related to Azure integration and cloud migration.
These prerequisites ensure participants can effectively engage with the course content, apply learning to real-world scenarios, and advance their skills in managing and securing Windows Server environments.

Description

Prepare for the AZ-801- Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services exam with this comprehensive course covering all the key domains

Master Windows Server management and security with this AZ-801 course. Learn to secure on-premises and hybrid infrastructures, manage failover clusters, integrate with Azure AD, and implement robust networking and storage solutions. Dive into data recovery, Hyper-V Replicas, and disaster recovery with Azure Site Recovery. Seamlessly migrate servers to Azure, upgrade Active Directory, and troubleshoot server issues. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned professionals.

Unlock the full potential of Windows Server management and security with our comprehensive AZ-801 course. This course takes you on a journey through securing your Windows on-premises and hybrid infrastructures, managing high availability with failover clusters, and integrating with Azure AD for unified identification. Learn to implement robust networking, secure storage solutions, and master data recovery tactics.

Throughout this course, you will delve into managing backups, using the Azure Site Recovery service for disaster recovery, and exploring Hyper-V Replicas for real-time VM protection. The course also covers the smooth migration of on-prem Windows servers to Azure, upgrading your Active Directory infrastructure, and moving web applications from IIS to Azure.

You'll gain hands-on strategies for diagnosing and resolving issues with Windows Server VMs in Azure, monitoring and troubleshooting server health, performance, and security. This course is designed to empower both seasoned professionals and newcomers with the skills needed to manage and secure Windows Server environments effectively.

Prepare yourself to master Windows Server management and security with the comprehensive AZ-801 course. Whether you're securing your Windows on-premises or hybrid infrastructures, managing high availability with failover clusters, or integrating with Azure AD for unified identification, this course covers it all.

This course empowers you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of Windows Server management and security, ensuring you can confidently implement best practices and optimize performance in your organization's IT infrastructure.

Who this course is for:

This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and anyone involved in managing or securing Windows Server environments. Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to deepen your expertise or new to server management, AZ-801 equips you with practical strategies and hands-on skills to effectively manage and secure your Windows Server environment.

AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services

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Course content

Course Overview1 lecture • 3min

Secure Windows On-Prem and Hybrid Infrastructures17 lectures • 3hr 36min

Manage Windows Failover Clusters10 lectures • 1hr 54min

Manage and Implement Windows Server Recovery7 lectures • 1hr 51min

Migrate to Windows Server14 lectures • 3hr 37min

Monitor and Troubleshoot Windows Server18 lectures • 3hr 53min

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