Azure Private Link for AVD: Secure Your Azure Virtual Desktop Environment

This video explains how to secure Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) with Private Link, providing a detailed walkthrough of its configuration in a lab environment. Private Link enables secure connectivity by routing AVD traffic through Microsoft’s private network, keeping sensitive data off the public internet. Learn about key workflows—initial feed discovery, feed download, and host pool connections—and how to configure private endpoints for each. This tutorial is designed to help IT professionals implement Private Link for AVD effectively, ensuring enhanced security and seamless access for users.

The video also covers essential DNS configurations for private endpoints and demonstrates troubleshooting techniques to resolve connectivity issues. By the end of the tutorial, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to deploy and verify AVD with Private Link, including best practices for securing your environment. Whether you’re managing hybrid cloud deployments or optimizing security for remote work, this step-by-step guide will give you the tools you need to succeed. Don’t forget to check out the additional resources on Azure DNS, Private Resolvers, and more linked in the description!

00:00 – Start
00:33 – What is a Private Link?
01:51 – Why use AVD with Private Link?
02:35 – How does Private Link work with AVD?
04:35 – Lab Overview
05:20 – Re-register the Provider
05:53 – Private Link Connection to the Host Pool
08:20 – Private Link Connection to the Feed Download
10:13 – Private Link Connection to the Initial Feed Discovery
12:44 – Test and Verify Private DNS

Links:

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Zero to Hero with Azure Virtual Desktop
https://www.udemy.com/course/zero-to-hero-with-windows-virtual-desktop/?referralCode=B2FE49E6FCEE7A7EA8D4

Hybrid Identity with Windows AD and Azure AD
https://www.udemy.com/course/hybrid-identity-and-azure-active-directory/?referralCode=7F62C4C6FD05C73ACCC3

Windows 365 Enterprise and Intune Management
https://www.udemy.com/course/windows-365-enterprise-and-intune-management/?referralCode=4A1ED105341D0AA20D2E

How to Use Azure DNS Private Resolver and Inbound Endpoints

Two Azure IP Addresses You Need to Know About (WireServer IP)

Azure Private Link with Azure Virtual Desktop
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-desktop/private-link-overview?WT.mc_id=AZ-MVP-5004159