SAP HANA on Azure Large Instances: Backup, Security, and Licensing for AZ-120

Deploying mission-critical SAP HANA workloads on Azure Large Instances requires a deep understanding of enterprise-grade infrastructure management. Navigating the complexities of backup, security, compliance, and licensing is essential for ensuring high availability and seamless operations. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts and practical considerations for administering SAP HANA on Azure Large Instances. You will gain the knowledge required to design secure, compliant, and fully supported environments while preparing for key objectives in the AZ-120 exam. What you'll learn: 1. Understand the core architecture and deployment models of SAP HANA on Azure Large Instances. 2. Configure robust backup and disaster recovery strategies using industry-standard tools and Azure-native integration. 3. Implement comprehensive security measures, including network isolation, encryption at rest, and identity management. 4. Navigate complex licensing requirements and support structures to optimize compliance and cost. 5. Apply best practices for monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining high availability in production environments. The course begins with fundamental terminology and architectural concepts before diving into detailed security frameworks and backup methodologies. You will then explore licensing scenarios and support pathways to ensure your deployments align with industry best practices. This course is designed for IT professionals, database administrators, and cloud architects new to managing SAP workloads on Azure. No prior experience with Large Instances is required, though a basic understanding of cloud concepts is helpful. Start reading today to master SAP HANA on Azure Large Instances and advance your cloud administration career.