74-409 or Private Cloud?

atari37

I have the free voucher for the 74-409 and I'm debating on whether to take the test or go the two exam route for the MCSE Private Cloud. The Hyper-V with System Center exam (74-409) and the Private Cloud seems to overlap a little.

My worry is that the 74-409 is not as recognized and will not hold it's weight. What do you guys think?

Bloogen

It's free, just do it. The studying for 70-409 will also I help you with the Private Cloud exams, (which first require MCSA: Windows Server 2012)

The Private Cloud exams also cover different ground relating to the entire System Center Suite and how they can be integrated to create a private cloud. Much broader topic and different focus then the Hyper-V/SCVMM exam. They do overlap a bit but that's a bonus not a concern.

atari37

I appreciate the input. I do have my MCSE 2012: Server Infrastructure as of yesterday so I can go straight to the Private Cloud. I agree with you that the 74-409 will help when I go for my Private Cloud but some part of me is wondering why bother with the 74-409 if I plan on taking the Private Cloud. Afteral, the 70-414 had some Hyper-V and System Center material on it. I don't know.

My current schedule to complete a handful of certifications by the end of the year is making the decision very difficult for me.

Bloogen

Why not think about it as studying for your MCSE: Private Cloud except it comes with a bonus free certification?

MSSoftie

Honestly - both are very timely right now. You can't lose either way. The 409 might help with the others though.

Theegg911

If it's free then do it. The worse that can happen is you fail and don't lose any money. I'd feel differently if I had money riding on the exam.