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Building Windows Server 2022 Lab on Azure
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Building Windows Server 2022 Lab on Azure

Implement enterprise-grade domain services, DNS configuration, and site replication with advanced AD DS architecture
Highest Rated
Created byVitalii Shumylo
Last updated 10/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Deploy and configure Windows Server 2022 environments in Azure using PowerShell automation and best practices for enterprise infrastructure
  • Implement secure networking architectures including VNet peering, Azure Bastion, and Just-in-Time VM access for enhanced security
  • Design and deploy multi-region Active Directory Domain Services with proper site configuration and replication management
  • Troubleshoot complex networking scenarios and implement advanced domain controller configurations across regions

Course content

3 sections • 30 lectures • 3h 56m total length

  • Overview: Building Single-VM Windows Server 2022 Lab on Azure7:27
  • Azure Resource Management using PowerShell and Cloud Shell6:24
  • PowerShell Script for Azure VM Basic Settings and Networking6:27
  • PowerShell Script for Azure VM Operating System Configuration5:58

    Configure an Azure network security group rule for RDP, detailing TCP, inbound rules, destination port ranges, and source ranges, then create a Windows VM with az vm config.

  • PowerShell Script for Azure VM Operating System Configuration9:18
  • Azure VM Creation with PowerShell Script Implementation6:06

    Create an Azure VM with a PowerShell script, using a 15-character name, then access its public IP and credentials and scale to multiple VMs via a GitHub repo wrapper.

  • Creating a Resource Removal Script in GitHub Codespaces7:22

    Develop a PowerShell removal script in GitHub Codespaces to delete Azure lab infrastructure—VM, NIC, public IP, NSG, VNet, and resource group—using force and commit to the repository.

  • Executing Resource Removal Script on Azure Portal8:38
  • Building Multi-VM Windows Server 2022 Lab on Azure9:44

    Deploy a multi-region Windows Server 2022 lab on Azure using PowerShell to create resource groups, virtual networks, and virtual machines across UK West, East US, and Central India.

  • Removing Multi-VM Windows Server 2022 Lab on Azure12:48
  • Secure VM Access Options Private VPNs and JustInTime10:03

    Secure Azure virtual machines with private access and networking, implement site-to-site vpn for development and production, and enable just-in-time access while enforcing network segmentation.

  • Azure Bastion Enhancing VM Security and Accessibility5:54

    Learn how Azure Bastion provides secure browser-based RDP access to virtual machines in the Azure portal, eliminates public IP exposure, centralizes access, and boosts security.

  • LAB Overview What is the structure of our ADDS lab4:59

    Set up six Azure virtual machines, assign static IPs, install the Active Directory Domain Services role, and promote the first server to the forest root domain controller.

  • Promoting DC with GUI How to set up static IP address10:55
  • Network Connectivity Troubleshooting Using PowerShell9:59

    Explore troubleshooting network connectivity in Azure by managing virtual machine network interfaces, IP configurations, and public IP assignments, using PowerShell and the Azure portal.

  • Troubleshooting Network Connectivity How to resolve IP issues7:29
  • Network Configuration How to set static IP using Azure PowerShell5:00

    Remove the existing IP configuration on the Azure VM, set a static IP 10.0.0.5/24 on Ethernet, and configure DNS servers 127.0.0.1 and 10.0.0.4, then verify with Get-NetIPConfiguration.

  • Network Troubleshooting Managing network interfaces in Azure4:44
  • Addinging Sub Domain Using GUI6:50
  • Configuring VNet Peering for Subdomain Controllers11:42

    Configure vnet peering across central india, uk west, and west europe to connect root domain controllers, enabling the moon subdomain deployment and DNS readiness.

  • Promoting Secondary Domain Controller for Subdomain7:00

    Promote a secondary domain controller on moon dc two for the moon.lessons.com subdomain, configure dns, and complete a three-location domain with two domain controllers per site.

  • Verifying and Configuring DNS Settings in Multi Region AD Part 18:28

    Verify and configure DNS in a multi-region AD, including zones, forwarders to Azure DNS (168.63.129.16), and delegations for AMS and subdomains, then test resolution with PowerShell and adjust replication.

  • Verifying and Configuring DNS Settings in Multi Region AD Part 27:28
  • AD Site Configuration and Domain Controller Assignment6:36

    Configure Active Directory sites for a multi-region lab to optimize domain controller workload and replication, creating UK West, West Europe, and Central India sites with 15-minute replication.

  • Configuring AD Sites and Subnets for Multi Region Environment6:53

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of Windows Server administration and networking concepts. No prior Azure experience required - we'll guide you through cloud concepts from the ground up.

Description

Master the implementation of Windows Server 2022 in Azure with this comprehensive, hands-on course designed for IT professionals seeking to build enterprise-grade infrastructure in the cloud. This intensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical implementation, focusing on real-world scenarios that you'll encounter in modern enterprise environments.


This course provides an in-depth journey through Azure infrastructure deployment, starting from basic VM creation and extending to complex multi-region domain controller implementations. You'll learn advanced PowerShell automation techniques, security best practices, and enterprise-grade networking configurations that align with industry standards.


Course Outline:

- Understanding Azure Resource Management and PowerShell Automation

- Implementing Secure Networking Architectures

- Managing Domain Services and Multi-Region Deployments

- Troubleshooting Complex Infrastructure Scenarios

- Optimizing Performance and Security Controls


The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice through real-world scenarios and lab exercises. You'll learn from industry experts and gain practical experience in Azure infrastructure deployment, PowerShell automation, and enterprise security implementation. This course provides the comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to succeed in modern cloud environments.


By the end of this course, you'll be able to:


- Design and implement complex Windows Server 2022 environments in Azure

- Manage multi-region domain controller deployments

- Integrate advanced security controls using Azure Bastion and JIT access

- Troubleshoot network connectivity and replication issues

- Apply best practices for enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure


This course is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, infrastructure engineers, and cloud architects looking to master Windows Server 2022 deployment in Azure environments. Whether you're transitioning to cloud infrastructure or expanding your existing skillset, this course provides the practical knowledge needed to succeed in modern enterprise environments.

Who this course is for:

  • IT Professionals and System Administrators transitioning to cloud infrastructure
  • Network Engineers looking to expand their Azure expertise
  • Infrastructure Engineers managing hybrid environments
  • Cloud Architects designing enterprise solutions
  • DevOps Engineers implementing infrastructure automation
  • Technical Team Leaders overseeing infrastructure projects

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