20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager
The Microsoft 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager course equips IT administrators and cloud engineers with skills to automate and manage virtualization infrastructure, solving complex datacenter scalability and operational inefficiency challenges. With demand for cloud infrastructure specialists growing 25% annually, this course delivers hands-on expertise in SDN, software-defined storage, and secure fabric deployment using System Center 2016 VMM.
This course prepares learners for the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification. Koenig Solutions provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, enabling professionals to master real-world deployment scenarios and accelerate into roles with 30% higher earning potential in cloud infrastructure management.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager is designed for IT professionals and administrators responsible for deploying and managing virtualization infrastructure in modern data centers. Aligned with the Microsoft exam 70-745, this course prepares learners for the MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification, serving roles such as cloud administrator, virtualization engineer, and systems architect. With enterprise adoption of software-defined datacenters growing rapidly, organizations increasingly rely on skilled professionals to optimize infrastructure efficiency. This course equips participants with the expertise to implement scalable, automated datacenter solutions using Microsoft System Center technologies.
Participants gain hands-on experience with key Microsoft technologies including System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) 2016, Hyper-V, System Center Operations Manager, Data Protection Manager, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), and Storage Spaces Direct. In instructor-led labs using a dedicated virtual lab environment, students configure and manage the SCVMM library, deploy Network Controller, create service templates, and implement Hyper-V Replica with Azure Site Recovery. A core lab project involves building a fully functional private cloud, including storage and networking fabric configuration, VM deployment automation, and integration with Operations Manager for end-to-end monitoring and reporting.
This course prepares candidates for the Microsoft 70-745 exam, a key requirement for the industry-recognized MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification. Certified professionals report average salaries of $131,000, with roles in cloud architecture and infrastructure management seeing strong market demand. Koenig Solutions supports learners with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Microsoft courseware, and optional 1-on-1 training to ensure mastery of complex concepts. Completing 20745B positions IT professionals to lead digital transformation initiatives and advance into senior cloud infrastructure roles.
Prerequisites
- Holding an MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification or equivalent experience managing Windows Server 2016 environments is recommended for mastering the 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager course by Microsoft.
- Experience with System Center 2012 R2 Virtual Machine Manager or System Center 2016 Virtual Machine Manager is essential to efficiently implement software-defined data centers using Microsoft's latest virtualization management tools.
- Practical knowledge in deploying and managing Hyper-V hosts, clusters, and virtual machines will help learners optimize their virtual infrastructure for better performance and scalability.
- A solid understanding of Windows Server 2016 networking components, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs, is crucial for configuring network settings within a software-defined data center.
- Experience in configuring and managing Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and group policies ensures seamless integration and security in your virtual environment.
- Familiarity with PowerShell scripting enhances automation and management tasks, enabling faster deployment and troubleshooting in Microsoft-based data centers.
Certification Exam
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Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Server Virtualization and Hyper-V
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Day 2– Deploying 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager
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Day 3– Optimizing Storage and Networking Fabric
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Day 4– Advanced VM, Cloud, and Service Management
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Day 5– Datacenter Monitoring and Protection Strategies
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the 20745B: Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Virtualization Administrator
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
- Datacenter Operations Manager
- System Center Administrator
- Private Cloud Administrator
- IT Infrastructure Specialist
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