AZ-140: Configure and Operate Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop
Upcoming dates
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| Location | Dec 26 | Feb 27 |
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| Auckland | ||
| Wellington | ||
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Overview
This course teaches Azure administrators how to plan, deliver, and manage virtual desktop experiences and remote apps, for any device, on Azure. Students will learn through a mix of demonstrations and hands-on lab experiences deploying virtual desktop experiences and apps on Windows Virtual Desktop and optimizing them to run in multi-session virtual environments.
Who should attend
Students for AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Windows Virtual Desktop on Microsoft Azure are interested in delivering applications on Windows Virtual Desktop and optimizing them to run in multi-session virtual environments. As a Windows Virtual Desktop administrator, you will closely with the Azure Administrators and Architects, along with Microsoft 365 Administrators. Windows Virtual Desktop administrator responsibilities include planning, deploying, packaging, updating, and maintaining the Azure Windows Virtual Desktop infrastructure. They also create session host images, implement and manage FSLogix, monitor Windows Virtual Desktop performance, and automate Windows Virtual Desktop management tasks.
What you'll learn
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Select an appropriate licensing model for Windows Virtual Desktop
- Implement networking for Windows Virtual Desktop
- Manage Windows Virtual Desktop session hosts by using Azure Bastion
- Configure storage for FSLogix components
- Create and manage session host images
- Implement Azure roles and role-based access control (RBAC) for Windows Virtual Desktop
- Configure user Windows Virtual Desktop experience settings
- Install and configure apps on a session host
- Implement business continuity and disaster recovery
- Monitor and manage Windows Virtual Desktop performance
Course content
Plan an Azure Virtual Desktop implementation
- Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture
- Design the Azure Virtual Desktop architecture
- Design for user identities and profiles
Implement an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure
- Implement and manage networking for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Implement and manage storage for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Create and configure host pools and session hosts for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Create and manage session host image for Azure Virtual Desktop
Manage access and security for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Manage access for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Manage security for Azure Virtual Desktop
Manage user environments and apps for Azure Virtual Desktop
- Implement andmanage FSLogix
- Configure user experience settings
- Install and configure apps on a session host
Monitor and maintain an Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure
- Monitor and manage performance and health
- Plan and implement updates, backups, and disaster recovery
Common questions
When does AZ-140: Configure and Operate Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop next run?
The next date is Mon, 7 Dec 2026, and there are 2 further dates scheduled. Delivered ACE Training Wellington, live online, ACE Training Auckland. Every date and its format is listed on this page.
How much does AZ-140: Configure and Operate Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop cost?
From $3,200 + GST per person. Pricing can differ by date and location, so check the option you want before booking.
Can we pay by invoice instead of by card?
Yes. Choose 'Pay by invoice' when you book and we'll hold your place and send the invoice to your accounts address, with a purchase order number on it if you need one. You can also pay by card at the time of booking if that's easier.
Do I need any prior experience?
This course is pitched at technical level. If you're not sure whether it's the right fit, ask us or try the Course Advisor and we'll point you to the right one.
Can I attend online, or does it have to be in a classroom?
Both. Some dates run live online and others in-class. Each date on this page shows its format, so pick whichever suits.
Can you run this course for my team?
Yes. Any ACE course can be delivered in-house at your workplace and tailored to your team's tools and goals — quote course code AZ140 when you enquire.