Design and Implement Microsoft Azure Network Solutions (AZ-700T00)
Training plan
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Virtual Networks
- Explore Azure Virtual Networks
- Configure public IP services
- Exercise: Design and implement a virtual network in Azure
- Design name resolution for your virtual network
- Exercise: Configure domain name servers settings in Azure
- Enable cross-virtual network connectivity with peering
- Exercise: Connect two Azure virtual networks using global virtual network peering
- Implement virtual network traffic routing
- Configure internet access with Azure Virtual NAT
Module 2: Design and implement hybrid networking
- Design and implement Azure VPN Gateway
- Exercise: Create and configure a virtual network gateway
- Connect networks with Site-to-site VPN connections
- Connect devices to networks with Point-to-site VPN connections
- Connect remote resources by using Azure Virtual WANs
- Exercise: Create a Virtual WAN by using the Azure portal
- Create a network virtual appliance (NVA) in a virtual hub
Module 3: Design and implement Azure ExpressRoute
- Explore Azure ExpressRoute
- Design an ExpressRoute deployment
- Exercise: Configure an ExpressRoute gateway
- Exercise: Provision an ExpressRoute circuit
- Configure peering for an ExpressRoute deployment
- Design an ExpressRoute circuit for resiliency
- Connect geographically dispersed networks with ExpressRoute global reach
- Improve data path performance between networks with ExpressRoute FastPath
- Troubleshoot ExpressRoute connection issues
Module 4: Load balance non-HTTP(S) traffic in Azure
- Explore load balancing
- Design and implement Azure load balancer using the Azure portal
- Exercise: Create and configure an Azure load balancer
- Explore Azure Traffic Manager
- Exercise: Create a Traffic Manager profile using the Azure portal
Module 5: Load balance HTTP(S) traffic in Azure
- Design Azure Application Gateway
- Configure Azure Application Gateway
- Exercise: Deploy Azure Application Gateway
- Design and configure Azure Front Door
- Exercise: Create a Front Door for a highly available web application
Module 6: Design and implement network security
- Get network security recommendations with Microsoft Defender for Cloud
- Deploy Azure DDoS Protection by using the Azure portal
- Exercise: Configure DDoS Protection on a virtual network using the Azure portal
- Deploy Network Security Groups by using the Azure portal
- Design and implement Azure Firewall
- Exercise: Deploy and configure Azure Firewall using the Azure portal
- Secure your networks with Azure Firewall Manager
- Exercise: Secure your Virtual Hub using Azure Firewall Manager
- Implement a Web Application Firewall
Module 7: Design and implement private access to Azure Services
- Explain virtual network service endpoints
- Define Private Link Service and private endpoint
- Integrate private endpoint with Domain Name Service
- Exercise: Restrict network access to PaaS resources with virtual network service endpoints using the Azure portal
- Exercise: Create an Azure private endpoint using Azure PowerShell
Module 8: Design and implement network monitoring
- Monitor your networks using Azure Monitor
- Exercise: Monitor a load balancer resource using Azure monitor
- Monitor your networks using Azure Network Watcher
Course preview
Recommended prerequisite knowledge
- Understanding of on-premises virtualization technologies, including: VMs, virtual networking, and virtual hard disks.
- Understanding of network configurations, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, and encryption technologies.
- Understanding of software defined networking.
- Understanding hybrid network connectivity methods, such as VPN.
- Understanding resilience and disaster recovery, including high availability and restore operations.
Credentials and certification
Exam features
- Code: AZ-700
- Title: Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Number of Questions: 40 to 60
- Question Format: Multiple choice, multiple response, scenario-based
- Passing Score: 700 out of 1000
- Cost: $0 (included in your training)
Exam topics
- Design and implement core networking infrastructure
- Design, implement, and manage connectivity services
- Design and implement application delivery services
- Design and implement private access to Azure services
- Secure network connectivity to Azure resources
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Azure Network Engineer Training
The Azure Network Engineer training is designed for professionals responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining networks in Microsoft Azure environments. This course covers advanced concepts such as configuring virtual networks, hybrid integration, performance management, and securing network connections.
Ideal for network engineers and cloud architects, this training also prepares participants to take the AZ-700 certification exam and earn the Azure Network Engineer Associate credential.
Why Choose the Azure Network Engineer Associate Training?
With the increasing complexity of network infrastructure in cloud environments, businesses seek experts who can efficiently manage Azure network connections and security. The Azure Network Engineer Associate certification validates your skills in designing and optimizing Azure networks, enhancing your role in modern infrastructure projects.
This training provides practical experience to prepare participants for real-world challenges, whether deploying hybrid networks or managing large-scale network connections.
Key Skills Developed in the Training
Design and Implement Azure Networks
Master the configuration of virtual networks, subnets, and security groups for secure and optimized environments.Configure Load Balancing Solutions
Learn how to use Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway to effectively distribute traffic and improve application performance.Implement Hybrid Integration
Understand how to connect on-premises networks to Azure using VPNs and ExpressRoute solutions.Monitor and Optimize Network Performance
Use Azure Monitor and Network Watcher to identify issues, analyze traffic, and optimize network flows.Manage Network Security Policies
Implement advanced security strategies to protect data and connections, including Azure Firewalls and traffic rules.Integrate DNS and Routing Solutions
Configure private and public DNS, and optimize routing solutions to enhance resilience and global connectivity.
Interactive Instructor-Led Training for Practical Skills
The Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700) training is delivered by experienced Microsoft-certified instructors. Through interactive sessions and hands-on exercises, participants develop skills that can be immediately applied to real-world network environments.
This course provides a perfect balance between theory and practice, ensuring you are prepared both for the certification exam and the management of complex network infrastructures in Azure.
Laboratory environment (overview)
You will practice in a structured lab environment with guided steps to validate your progress throughout the exercises. Depending on the lab, it is usually possible to save your progress and resume the steps later, making it easier to practice between sessions.
To ensure a complete experience, a Microsoft 365/Azure tenant environment may be provided to access the features required for the course scenarios (depending on the module requirements and lab conditions).
After the training, access to the lab remains available for a defined period. Tenant access may be time-limited, while access to the virtual machines and guided steps remains available for up to 180 days.
The screenshots above are provided as examples and may vary depending on the lab version and updates.
Who Should Attend?
This training is ideal for:
- Network engineers and IT professionals managing network connections in Azure
- Cloud architects working on projects requiring complex network infrastructure
- Professionals preparing for the Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700) certification
- Organizations looking to enhance internal skills in managing Azure networks
Master Cloud Networking with Azure Network Engineer Associate
The Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700) training equips you with the skills to design, implement, and manage networks in modern cloud environments. Enroll today to advance your career and earn a globally recognized certification.
AZ-700 Exam Success Strategies
Mastering the AZ-700 certification requires more than technical knowledge – strategic preparation, effective time management, and optimal mental performance are equally crucial for success.
AZ-700 Exam Statistics & Success Rates
- Average Pass Rate: 65-70% on first attempt (Microsoft Associate level average)
- Most Common Score Range: 720-780 for passing candidates
- Average Study Time: 6-8 weeks for experienced network engineers
- Retake Rate: 25-30% of candidates require a second attempt
- Top Failure Areas: VPN Gateway configurations (35%), Azure Firewall and NSG rules (31%), ExpressRoute and hybrid connectivity (28%)
Study Method Comparison
| Study Approach | Duration | Pass rate | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Hands-on Practice Only |
4-5 weeks |
45-55% |
Experienced network engineers |
|
Documentation + Practice |
6-7 weeks |
70-75% |
Methodical learners |
|
Training + Labs + Practice |
6-8 weeks |
85-90% |
Comprehensive preparation |
|
Practice Tests Only |
2-3 weeks |
35-45% |
Not recommended |
Strategic Study Approach
- Create a 6-8 week study timeline – Don’t cram for this associate-level certification
- Follow the 70-20-10 rule – 70% hands-on practice in Azure portal and CLI, 20% reading documentation, 10% practice tests
- Focus on scenario-based learning – AZ-700 emphasizes real-world Azure networking solutions over memorization
- Study in 90-minute focused blocks with 15-minute breaks to maximize retention
Common Exam Pitfalls to Avoid
- Don’t confuse VNet peering with VPN Gateway connections – understand when to use each connectivity method and their bandwidth limitations
- Route tables vs. Network Security Groups – know the difference between routing traffic and filtering traffic with security rules
- ExpressRoute vs. Site-to-Site VPN – distinguish between dedicated private connections and encrypted internet connections
- Application Gateway vs. Load Balancer vs. Traffic Manager – understand when to use each load balancing solution
- Azure Firewall vs. Network Security Groups vs. Application Security Groups – know the security layers and their appropriate use cases
- DNS zones and private DNS – understand public DNS vs. private DNS resolution in Azure virtual networks
Topic Weight Distribution
| Exam Domain | Weight | Focus Areas | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Design and Implement Core Networking Infrastructure |
20-25% |
VNets, subnets, routing, DNS |
Critical |
|
Design and Implement Routing |
25-30% |
Route tables, BGP, ExpressRoute routing |
Critical |
|
Secure and Monitor Networks |
15-20% |
NSGs, Azure Firewall, network monitoring |
High |
|
Design and Implement Private Access to Azure Services |
10-15% |
Private endpoints, service endpoints |
Medium |
|
Design and Implement Azure Load Balancer and Traffic Manager |
20-25% |
Load balancing, traffic distribution |
Critical |
Exam Day Time Management
- Allocate 90 seconds per question on average – this gives buffer time for complex scenarios
- Read case studies completely first before attempting related questions
- Flag uncertain questions and return to them – don’t get stuck on difficult items
- Reserve 15 minutes at the end for reviewing flagged questions and checking answers
Managing Exam Stress & Performance
- Get 7-8 hours of quality sleep the night before – avoid last-minute cramming
- Arrive 30 minutes early to settle in and complete check-in procedures calmly
- Use deep breathing techniques if you feel overwhelmed during the exam
- Trust your preparation – your first instinct is usually correct on scenario questions
Technical Preparation Tips
- Practice with Azure portal, PowerShell, and CLI – know multiple ways to configure networking components
- Master network troubleshooting tools – understand Network Watcher, Connection Monitor, and diagnostic capabilities
- Understand hybrid networking thoroughly – ExpressRoute and VPN scenarios are heavily weighted
- Review network security best practices – know how to implement defense in depth with multiple security layers
Final Week Preparation
- Take 2-3 practice exams to identify knowledge gaps and build confidence
- Review Microsoft’s official exam objectives one final time
- Avoid learning new concepts – focus on reinforcing what you already know
- Prepare your exam day logistics – route to test center, required identification, arrival time
Mental Preparation Strategies
- Visualize success scenarios – imagine yourself confidently answering questions
- Remind yourself of your hands-on experience – you’ve likely configured many of these Azure services before
- Stay positive during difficult questions – every candidate faces challenging scenarios
- Remember that 700/1000 passes – you don’t need perfection, just solid competency
How to Schedule Your AZ-700 Exam
- Official Testing Provider: Pearson VUE is Microsoft’s authorized testing partner for AZ-700
- Scheduling Process: Create a Pearson VUE account, search for “AZ-700”, select your preferred test center and date
- Exam Cost: Included with your Eccentrix training – exam voucher provided for this associate-level certification
- Scheduling Timeline: Book at least 2-3 weeks in advance for better time slot availability
- Rescheduling Policy: Free rescheduling up to 24 hours before your exam appointment
- Required ID: Government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s license) matching your registration name exactly
Success Mindset: Approach AZ-700 as a validation of your existing Azure networking skills rather than a test of memorized facts. Your practical experience with network design, implementation, and troubleshooting is your greatest asset.
Frequently asked questions
What topics are covered in the AZ-700 training?
The training includes designing Azure networks, hybrid integration, network security strategies, performance management, and load balancing solutions.
Who is this course designed for?
This course is for network engineers, cloud architects, and IT professionals looking to specialize in Azure network management.
What prior knowledge is required?
A basic understanding of networking concepts and experience with Microsoft Azure is recommended to benefit fully from this course.
How does this training prepare for the AZ-700 certification?
The training aligns with the objectives of the AZ-700 exam, providing theoretical knowledge and practical exercises to ensure your success.
What tools and technologies are covered in this course?
You will learn to use tools like Azure Network Watcher, Azure Load Balancer, VPN Gateway, and ExpressRoute.
What are the benefits of earning the Azure Network Engineer Associate certification?
This certification validates your skills in Azure network management, enhancing your credibility and expanding your career opportunities in the cloud domain.
Is the AZ-700 training available as a virtual class?
Yes, this training is offered as a live, interactive virtual class via Microsoft Teams, allowing participants to attend remotely while engaging in practical exercises and expert guidance.
What are the professional benefits of the Azure Network Engineer Associate certification?
The certification validates your advanced skills in designing, implementing, and managing Azure networks, enhancing your professional credibility and opening opportunities in modern cloud infrastructure.
