Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter
The Microsoft course *Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter* equips cloud administrators and infrastructure engineers with skills to deploy and manage virtualization infrastructure using System Center 2016 Virtual Machine Manager, addressing the critical need for efficient, scalable datacenter operations. With demand for MCSE-level skills driving over 193,000 U.S. job openings, this course delivers hands-on expertise in software-defined networking, storage, and compute.
This course prepares learners for Exam 70-745 toward the MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification. Koenig Solutions provides official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, empowering professionals to design secure, modern datacenters and advance into roles like systems engineer or cloud architect.
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Course Overview
The Microsoft course Implementing a Software-Defined Datacenter serves as a specialized deep-dive for Azure administrators, acting as an essential prerequisite for those pursuing AZ-104 training and the Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification (AZ-800 and AZ-801). This advanced training equips cloud engineers and datacenter specialists with the skills to deploy and manage virtualization infrastructure using Azure Stack HCI and Windows Server. By mastering these software-defined technologies, professionals gain the expertise required to automate and streamline infrastructure management, aligning directly with modern hybrid cloud strategies and current Microsoft Learn paths.
Students engage with core technologies including Hyper-V, Azure Stack HCI, Software-Defined Networking, and software-defined storage. The course includes immersive lab exercises where learners build a fully functional software-defined network with virtual switches, tenant workloads, and Access Control Lists. A key project involves deploying a highly available infrastructure using automation scripts, configuring failover clustering, and implementing disaster recovery solutions that mirror real-world scenarios faced by enterprise infrastructure teams. This curriculum provides the foundational knowledge necessary to excel in complex cloud environments and supports the technical proficiency required for advanced Azure certifications.
By completing this Microsoft course, candidates strengthen their technical foundation for the AZ-104 exam and subsequent hybrid infrastructure roles. Certified professionals leverage these skills to lead digital transformation initiatives, securing and optimizing next-generation datacenters in hybrid and cloud environments. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning path with official Microsoft courseware and access to expert instructors through personalized training sessions. Graduates emerge ready to manage scalable, secure, and efficient software-defined environments, positioning themselves for career advancement in the evolving landscape of cloud-based enterprise infrastructure.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- MCSA: Windows Server 2016 or equivalent experience in server management
- Hands-on experience with Windows Server 2016 administration to support software-defined data centers
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP networking protocols essential for network configuration
- Experience with server virtualization technologies including Hyper-V to optimize data center resources
- Understanding of storage solutions such as SAN, NAS, and SMB 3.0 for scalable storage architecture
- Proficiency in using Windows PowerShell for automation and configuration to streamline data center operations
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the Implementing a Software-Defin certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering Server Virtualization Fundamentals
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Day 2– Building Hyper-V Virtualization Infrastructure
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Day 3– System Center VMM Deployment Essentials
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Day 4– Advanced Storage and Networking Fabric
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Day 5– Cloud Services and VM Management
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Official Courseware
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 Implementing a Software-Defin certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Implementing a Software-Defin certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
- Datacenter Architect
- Virtualization Engineer
- Systems Engineer - SDDC
- IT Operations Manager
- Hybrid Cloud Administrator
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Implementing a Software-Defin certified professionals
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