AZ-802 Course: Administer Windows Server
The AZ-802: Administer Windows Server course is an official Microsoft training program designed for professionals responsible for managing Windows Server infrastructures in modern, hybrid enterprise environments. The training develops the necessary competencies to manage servers, identities, storage, networking, high availability, and services integrated with Microsoft Azure.
The primary technology of the course is Windows Server, complemented by Microsoft Azure hybrid services. This combination allows organizations to manage on-premises and cloud infrastructures from a unified architecture, improving the security, availability, and responsiveness of corporate systems.
The course is aimed at system administrators, Windows Server administrators, infrastructure engineers, and IT professionals who manage enterprise environments based on Microsoft technologies. Its practical approach allows for the implementation of hybrid solutions, the optimization of critical services, and the assurance of the organization's operational continuity.
Additionally, this course is official from Microsoft and eligible for funding via FUNDAE (for Spain), facilitating the acquisition of advanced competencies in Windows Server administration and preparation for official Microsoft certifications related to hybrid infrastructures.
Course Overview
The AZ-802: Administer Windows Server course provides the knowledge necessary to manage, secure, and optimize Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments connected to Microsoft Azure. The training is oriented toward advanced administration and operation tasks for enterprise servers.
During the course, participants will learn to manage Active Directory, network services, storage, virtualization, high availability, and disaster recovery. They will also explore the integration of Windows Server with Azure services to extend on-premises capabilities into hybrid cloud environments.
The training combines traditional Windows Server administration with modern Microsoft Azure technologies, allowing the development of skills applicable to data centers, hybrid infrastructures, and technological transformation projects. These capabilities are especially relevant for organizations seeking to modernize their IT platforms while maintaining high levels of security, performance, and availability.
Virtual course with a complimentary certification exam included. Don't miss this opportunity! The exam is valued at €126 + VAT and is included at no extra cost.
Promotion valid until December 31, 2026. The one-attempt exam is available only in the Virtual - Tele-training modality. Not applicable to the Self-Learning modality.
What is the value of the Microsoft AZ-802 certification in a professional setting?
The AZ-802: Administer Windows Server certification allows for the validation of the competencies required to manage modern Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments integrated with Microsoft Azure. It is intended for professionals responsible for the management, maintenance, and protection of critical IT services within organizations that combine on-premises and cloud resources.
In the job market, this certification is particularly relevant for roles such as Windows Server Administrator, Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Administrator, IT Engineer, and Microsoft platform specialists. Companies demand professionals capable of managing identities, storage, networking, virtualization, business continuity, and hybrid services using Microsoft technologies.
Obtaining the AZ-802 certification improves employability and facilitates specialization in advanced hybrid infrastructure administration. Furthermore, it enables participation in technological modernization, migration to Azure, high availability, and disaster recovery projects, contributing directly to the stability and resilience of business services.
Professional applications of Windows Server and Microsoft Azure
Windows Server is Microsoft's enterprise server platform used to manage identities, network services, storage, virtualization, and corporate applications. Its integration with Microsoft Azure allows for the creation of hybrid environments that combine on-premises and cloud resources under unified management.
In companies, Windows Server is used to manage Active Directory, file services, virtualization infrastructures, corporate networks, and critical business applications. Integration with Azure facilitates the implementation of disaster recovery plans, backups, advanced monitoring, and centralized management of distributed resources.
The AZ-802 course allows these capabilities to be applied in real-world scenarios through the administration of hybrid infrastructures, the protection of business services, and the optimization of technological resources. These competencies are essential for organizations seeking to maintain secure, scalable platforms aligned with Microsoft best practices.
What is included in Microsoft official courses and certifications at Nanfor
The training includes Microsoft Learn material, presentations from expert tutors, authorized labs, specialized mentoring, and certification preparation.
Nanfor combines official Microsoft content with expert support, allowing for training oriented toward practical application in real business environments.
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Advantages of AZ-802 training
Training in AZ-802: Administer Windows Server allows you to acquire the necessary competencies to manage modern Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments integrated with Microsoft Azure, ensuring the availability, security, and continuity of business services.
- Manage Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments.
- Implement and manage advanced Active Directory services.
- Manage enterprise storage, networking, and shared resources.
- Configure high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.
- Integrate Windows Server with Microsoft Azure services.
- Improve the security and protection of critical infrastructures.
- Implement virtualization services and hybrid administration.
- Optimize the operation and maintenance of modern data centers.
Additionally, this training provides a practical view of the Windows Server technologies most used in current organizations, allowing for the management of complex infrastructures with criteria of security, resilience, and operational efficiency.
Prerequisites
To make the most of the AZ-802 course, prior experience in Microsoft system administration and basic knowledge of Windows Server infrastructures is recommended.
It is especially recommended to have knowledge regarding:
- Windows Server administration.
- Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
- Network services and server management.
- Microsoft Azure and basic cloud concepts.
- Virtualization using Hyper-V.
- Storage and enterprise system management.
The course is oriented toward system administrators, infrastructure engineers, Windows Server administrators, and IT professionals who manage on-premises and hybrid Microsoft environments.
Preparation for the Microsoft AZ-802 certification
This AZ-802: Administer Windows Server course prepares you for the official Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate certification, providing the knowledge necessary to manage Windows Server infrastructures, implement hybrid services with Azure, and manage modern enterprise environments with Microsoft technologies.
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Course Duration:
100 hours
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Classroom access:
3 months
Who is the Microsoft AZ-802 course for?
The AZ-802: Administer Windows Server course is intended for IT professionals responsible for managing Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid enterprise environments integrated with Microsoft Azure.
It is especially suitable for system administrators, Windows Server administrators, infrastructure engineers, cloud administrators, and professionals who manage identities, networks, storage, virtualization, and enterprise services based on Microsoft technologies.
It is also an excellent option for professionals who wish to expand their competencies in hybrid administration, high availability, disaster recovery, and infrastructure modernization using Windows Server and Azure as an integrated platform.
AZ-802 course objectives and what you will learn
Upon finishing the AZ-802 course, you will be able to manage advanced Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments, implement high-availability solutions, and manage integration with Microsoft Azure services.
- Manage identities and Active Directory services.
- Implement and manage hybrid Windows Server environments.
- Manage network services and enterprise connectivity.
- Manage local and Azure-integrated storage.
- Implement virtualization solutions using Hyper-V.
- Configure high-availability services and failover clusters.
- Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
- Monitor and optimize Windows Server infrastructures.
- Secure services and resources using Microsoft security technologies.
- Integrate Windows servers with Azure cloud services.
Elements of the Microsoft Learn AZ-802 collection
The official Microsoft Learn collection associated with the AZ-802 course includes the following training paths:
- Implementation and administration of Active Directory Domain Services
- Administration of Windows Server instances and workloads in a hybrid environment
- Virtual machine administration
- Implementation and administration of an on-premises and hybrid network infrastructure
- File and storage service administration
- Securing Windows Server infrastructure
- Monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server environments
These training paths allow for the development of the competencies necessary to manage modern Windows Server infrastructures, implement hybrid services with Microsoft Azure, manage enterprise networks and storage, secure critical environments, and ensure the operational continuity of corporate services.
AZ-802 Course Content – Official Program
Unit 1. Implement and manage Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
Module 1. Implement and manage AD DS domain controllers
- Implement and manage AD DS domain controllers
Module 2. Create and manage Active Directory objects
- Create and manage Active Directory objects
Module 3. Create and configure Group Policy Objects (GPO)
- Create and configure Group Policy Objects (GPO)
Module 4. Implement Group Policy Objects (GPO)
- Implement Group Policy Objects (GPO)
Lab 01. Implementing identity services and Group Policy
Module 5. Manage advanced AD DS features
- Manage advanced AD DS features
Unit 2. Manage Windows Servers and workloads in a hybrid environment
Module 1. Manage and remotely administer Windows Server IaaS virtual machines
- Manage and remotely administer Windows Server IaaS virtual machines
Module 2. Describe Windows Server administration tools
- Describe Windows Server administration tools
Lab 02. Windows Server administration
Module 3. Manage hybrid workloads with Azure Arc
- Manage hybrid workloads with Azure Arc
Unit 3. Manage virtual machines and containers
Module 1. Configure and manage Hyper-V virtual machines
- Configure and manage Hyper-V virtual machines
Module 2. Configure and manage Hyper-V
- Configure and manage Hyper-V
Lab 03. Implementing and configuring virtualization in Windows Server
Module 3. Plan and implement Windows Server IaaS virtual machines
- Plan and implement Windows Server IaaS virtual machines
Unit 4. Manage network infrastructure services
Module 1. Implement DNS in Windows Server
- Implement DNS in Windows Server
Lab 04. Implementing and configuring network infrastructure services in Windows Server
Module 2. Implement and manage DHCP
- Implement and manage DHCP
Unit 5. Manage storage and file services
Module 1. Implement a hybrid file server infrastructure
- Implement a hybrid file server infrastructure
Module 2. Manage Windows Server file servers
- Manage Windows Server file servers
Module 3. Implement Storage Spaces and Storage Spaces Direct
- Implement Storage Spaces and Storage Spaces Direct
Module 4. Implement data deduplication in Windows Server
- Implement data deduplication in Windows Server
Module 5. Implement iSCSI in Windows Server
- Implement iSCSI in Windows Server
Lab 05. Implementing storage solutions in Windows Server
Lab 06. Implementing Azure File Sync
Unit 6. Secure Windows Server
Module 1. Hardening Windows Server security
- Strengthen Windows Server security
Lab 07. Configuring security in Windows Server
Module 2. Securing Windows Server user accounts
- Secure Windows Server user accounts
Unit 7. Monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server environments
Module 1. Monitoring Windows Server performance
- Monitor Windows Server performance
Module 2. Managing and monitoring event logs
- Manage and monitor event logs
Lab 08. Monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server
- Configure performance monitoring
- Configure event log subscriptions
- Troubleshoot network connectivity
Module 3. Troubleshooting local and hybrid networks
- Diagnose DHCP and DNS issues
- Diagnose IP configuration and routing issues
- Implement Packet Monitor (PktMon)
- Use Azure Network Watcher
Module 4. Troubleshooting Active Directory
- Recover the AD DS database, objects, and SYSVOL
- Troubleshoot AD DS replication
- Troubleshoot hybrid authentication
- Implement Active Directory Recycle Bin
- Manage the AD DS database with NtdsUtil
- Restore Active Directory data
- Recover SYSVOL
- Troubleshoot replication
- Manage FSMO roles
- Troubleshoot synchronization with Microsoft Entra Connect
Our differentiator: Hands-on labs
The AZ-802: Administering Windows Server course includes hands-on labs focused on deploying, managing, securing, and troubleshooting local, hybrid, and cloud Windows Server environments. The activities allow you to work with configurations similar to those used in real enterprise infrastructures.
| Nanfor Lab |
Technical skills developed |
Practical learning outcome |
| Implementing identity services and Group Policy |
Administration of Active Directory Domain Services, identities, organizational units, and Group Policy. |
Implement and manage centralized identity services for users and enterprise resources. |
| Administering Windows Server |
Server management, administrative configuration, PowerShell, and Windows Server administration tools. |
Manage servers efficiently and apply operational configurations in corporate environments. |
| Implementing and configuring virtualization in Windows Server |
Configuration of Hyper-V, virtual machines, virtual networks, and virtualization resources. |
Create and manage a virtualized infrastructure ready for enterprise workloads. |
| Implementing and configuring network infrastructure services |
Configuration of network services, connectivity, name resolution, and communication between resources. |
Implement a functional network infrastructure for local and hybrid Windows Server environments. |
| Implementing Azure File Sync |
Configuration of synchronization between local file servers and Microsoft Azure storage. |
Create a hybrid file solution that extends local capabilities using cloud services. |
| Implementing storage solutions in Windows Server |
Management of disks, volumes, enterprise storage, file services, and shares. |
Design and configure storage solutions suitable for different business needs. |
| Configuring security in Windows Server |
Application of security controls, identity protection, attack surface reduction, and secure configuration. |
Strengthen protection of servers and resources against unauthorized access and threats. |
| Monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server |
Performance monitoring, event analysis, incident diagnosis, and troubleshooting. |
Detect faults, identify their causes, and restore the proper operation of services. |
These labs consolidate the knowledge from the AZ-802 course through activities directly applicable to the professional administration of Windows Server and hybrid environments with Microsoft Azure.
Course language
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Course: English / Spanish
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Labs: English / Spanish
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Frequently asked questions about the AZ-802 course
What is the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course?
The Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course is official training focused on the advanced administration of Windows Server infrastructures in hybrid environments. It includes management of identities, networking, storage, virtualization, and services integrated with Microsoft Azure.
What is the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 certification for?
The AZ-802 certification validates the skills needed to manage modern and hybrid Windows Server infrastructures. It is aimed at professionals who manage critical enterprise services, Microsoft platforms, and Azure-connected environments.
Is the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course official?
Yes. The Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course is official Microsoft training based on Microsoft Learn and aligned with the competencies required for the Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification.
How does the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course differ from other Microsoft certifications?
The AZ-802 course specializes in advanced hybrid Windows Server administration, combining on-premises technologies with Azure cloud services. Unlike other Azure certifications that are more focused on cloud infrastructure, AZ-802 focuses on managing enterprise Windows Server environments.
Is the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course eligible for FUNDAE funding?
Yes. The Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course is eligible for FUNDAE company training subsidies, allowing you to fully or partially recover the investment made in training depending on available credits.
What is the duration of the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course?
The duration of the AZ-802 course depends on the selected delivery mode. The training includes official Microsoft Learn content, hands-on labs, and activities focused on managing hybrid Windows Server infrastructures.
Is the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course included in Nanfor's LaaS?
Yes. The Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course can be part of Nanfor's LaaS programs, facilitating continuous access to specialized training in Microsoft technologies, hybrid systems, and enterprise infrastructure management.
What technical level does the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course require?
The AZ-802 course is aimed at an intermediate-advanced level. Previous experience in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, enterprise networking, storage, and fundamentals of Microsoft Azure is recommended.
What career opportunities does the Microsoft Windows Server AZ-802 course offer?
The AZ-802 course helps develop competencies for roles such as Windows Server Administrator, Systems Administrator, Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Administrator, IT Engineer, or specialist in Microsoft hybrid infrastructures within business organizations.
