Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
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asked 2026-08-26T19:39:24.8333333+00:00
Ashley Swearingen
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Kalshi Geo-Blocking Microsoft Azure Data Centers
Deployment Model: 2 Location: eastus Details: Need advice on how to avoid the issue described below - Kalshi support sucks - hoping the Microsoft Azure community has an idea to help me around Kalshi's incompetence. Kalshi knee-jerk reacted to Washington…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-26T18:07:54.88+00:00
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jack sumner
0
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commented 2026-08-26T19:26:39.7766667+00:00
Jose Benjamin Solis Nolasco
11,621
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My Windows 11 Pro Vm was deprecated - please provide instructions as to how I can restore the image that was created prior to deprecation
Here is the latest analysis showing the current state of the Windows VM Adastra - Looks like an upgrade to Standard_DC4ads_V5 is needed - after that how can the image be restored from prior to deprecation? Note that the current VM cannot be started so…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-26T11:43:44.4533333+00:00
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Karl Pozmann
0
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commented 2026-08-26T16:35:57.59+00:00
Karl Pozmann
0
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3 answers
We have zero limits on creating VMs with GPU. We can't work! Support isn't helping.
I have a new account, and I haven't used Azure before (I used Google Cloud in the Europe West region). I received $100,000 in startup credits from Microsoft for Startups. I can't use them because I can't create the instances I need, and I can't create…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-03T06:24:31.8766667+00:00
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Andrei Ushakov
0
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answered 2026-08-26T11:00:11.3066667+00:00
Andrei Ushakov
0
Reputation points
1 answer
Virtual Machine: Unable to Detach Locked Data Disk and Delete in Failed State
Problem description I am trying to delete a Windows virtual machine in Azure that is currently in a 'Failed' state. The VM has a managed data disk attached, which is protected by a resource lock, preventing detachment and deletion. I want to retain this…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-24T08:50:00.82+00:00
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Nelsen Lim
5
Reputation points
commented 2026-08-26T07:10:55.95+00:00
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Prrudram-MSFT
28,506
Reputation points
Moderator
2 answers
Azure machine scale set
How to automate and manage custom scalable Azure VM based infrastructure solutions [Expert] Azure Portal, CLI, and PowerShell examples
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-25T22:09:49.5033333+00:00
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Nelson Narayan
20
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answered 2026-08-26T05:23:49.79+00:00
Stanislav Zhelyazkov
29,826
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator
3 answers
Did Microsoft forget to renew digicert certificate
Did Microsoft forget to renew a digicert certificate for Microsoft Azure TLS 07?
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-24T12:38:21.3933333+00:00
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Hassan Mohd
0
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commented 2026-08-26T00:59:09.7833333+00:00
Hassan Mohd
0
Reputation points
2 answers
Linux VM not booting(Your vm agent status is not ready)
Hello All, One of our azure linux(RHEL) virtual machine is not booting. Extensions are unavailable and getting error: Your vm agent status is not ready Error message: Your virtual machine is unavailable at the moment. Please check back in a few…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-12T16:24:55.67+00:00
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Mydeenbabu Abdul Kaboor
20
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
edited a comment 2026-08-25T18:54:42.4+00:00
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Pranitha Sika
0
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
1 answer
Availability set vs availability zone for domain controller VM's
Hi all, When we create new VM in azure we have option to put that VM in an Availability set or Availability zone. I need to create 2 Domain controller VM's in azure and what is the option to use here. Shall I put 2 VM's in availability zone or…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2022-10-10T09:04:05.563+00:00
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Deni Garo
41
Reputation points
commented 2026-08-24T14:19:45.5933333+00:00
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Victor Nka Thomson
0
Reputation points
3 answers
Did Microsoft fail to renew a Digicert certificate for Microsoft Azure TLS?
Intra Server connectivity is being affected an expired certificate. The Microsoft Azure TLS certificate issued by DigitCert.
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2024-07-01T19:21:18.16+00:00
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Joe Kim (Admin)
5
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answered 2026-08-24T12:36:21.29+00:00
Hassan Mohd
0
Reputation points
1 answer
Azure Linux VM stuck in Updating; extension and managed Run Command stuck in Deleting
Azure diagnostics confirmed a backend concurrency conflict on a production Linux VM. The VM is still running and the Azure VM Agent reports Ready, but the VM provisioning state remains Updating. Resource: Subscription:…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-18T13:54:56.9566667+00:00
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Erfani Pak
0
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edited a comment 2026-08-24T08:38:27.1266667+00:00
Prrudram-MSFT
28,506
Reputation points
Moderator
3 answers
Microsoft Azure Support
Does anyone know how you raise support tickets with Microsoft regarding support? We currently pay a monthly fee for support, but there is no way to raise requests other than through the Community page.
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-17T02:32:15.1+00:00
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Wayne Lawson
0
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answered 2026-08-24T02:34:46.26+00:00
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TBFG Azure Admin
65
Reputation points
2 answers
Cloud-Based Computer Solution for Personal Use
Dear Azureus support I am a private individual looking for a cloud-based computer solution to fully transition from a physical computer to a cloud-based setup. My goal is to find an ecological, resource-scalable, and cost-effective solution in the long…
Azure Cloud Services
Azure Cloud Services
An Azure platform as a service offer that is used to deploy web and cloud applications.
956 questions
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
Azure Virtual Desktop
Azure Virtual Desktop
A Microsoft desktop and app virtualization service that runs on Azure. Previously known as Windows Virtual Desktop.
2,154 questions
Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Remote desktop services and terminal services
asked 2025-02-01T09:18:26.6466667+00:00
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Anton Kalliola
0
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commented 2026-08-23T22:24:52.1533333+00:00
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ibrahim garbioglu
0
Reputation points
7 answers
Unable to See Availability Set Option During VM Creation
Hello Team, I am practicing in my home lab environment. I created an Availability Set with 2 Fault Domains and 5 Update Domains. When I try to create a new VM in the same region and same resource group, I do not see the option to associate the VM with…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-07-13T18:40:27.6933333+00:00
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Una
25
Reputation points
answered 2026-08-23T21:29:10.9866667+00:00
Alexander Lazarev
0
Reputation points
1 answer
Can't adjust Quota nor can Create a quota adjustment request, NOR CAN I CREATE THE SUPPORT REQUEST TO FIX THIS.
IDK why I keep using Azure and not switch to AWS because this is stupid. Like seriously what the fuck. So I want to create a quota increase request but the quota request increase button is disabled. Okay so lets try to create a request ticket but it will…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-21T02:55:28.7133333+00:00
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Michael McMinn
0
Reputation points
commented 2026-08-23T17:54:49.24+00:00
Michael McMinn
0
Reputation points
2 answers
Virtual Machine: Unable to Start or Stop — Operation Failed
Problem description I am experiencing an issue where my virtual machine running Windows cannot start or stop. The start or stop operation fails, and I am seeking assistance to resolve this problem. Environment Azure Virtual Machine running Windows,…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-19T20:58:34.91+00:00
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CarlosVillagomez-2158
0
Reputation points
commented 2026-08-23T16:37:55.3733333+00:00
Allan Solomon Mejia
6,240
Reputation points
2 answers
nf_tables and iptable_filter kernel modules fail with "Operation not permitted" on Trusted Launch VM despite Secure Boot disabled
VM: Standard_D4as_v5, Trusted Launch, Debian 12, kernel 6.1.0-52-cloud-amd64, region westeurope Timeline: 2026-08-09: emergency-mode boot failure, VM resized D2as_v5 to D4as_v5 Since then: nf_tables and iptable_filter kernel modules fail to load with…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-10T06:37:43.2633333+00:00
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Michal Hrcka
0
Reputation points
answered 2026-08-23T14:32:16.49+00:00
SUNOJ KUMAR YELURU
18,656
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
Does FortiGate-VM PAYG on Azure support VDOMs ?
Hi, I am planning to deploy FortiGate-VM from the Azure Marketplace for a small networking lab. I do not currently have a FortiGate license, so I am considering using the Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) Marketplace licensing option. Before deploying, I would like…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-10T13:47:38.6266667+00:00
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G, Vaishal Raj
0
Reputation points
answered 2026-08-23T14:25:44.27+00:00
SUNOJ KUMAR YELURU
18,656
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
B1s/B2ats_v2 VM sizes show "NotAvailableForSubscription" on Free Trial subscription (Azure Plan 1)
I have an Azure Free Trial subscription (Azure Plan billing model). When creating a VM, sizes labeled "free services eligible" (e.g., Standard_B1s, Standard_B2ats_v2) show error "NotAvailableForSubscription: This size is currently…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-14T16:20:45.04+00:00
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Nadeem
0
Reputation points
answered 2026-08-23T10:33:59.46+00:00
SUNOJ KUMAR YELURU
18,656
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator
2 answers
All VMs - Unable to stop/deallocate/start/resize
As usual, something in Azure was working and all of a sudden services just crapped out. We have AVD session hosts and a few VMs on US West 3. Working fine 2 months. Today we are unable to stop/start or even resize any VMs. Every single VM is returning…
Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
10,325 questions
asked 2026-08-20T21:12:26.7133333+00:00
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Luis Fuentes
0
Reputation points
answered 2026-08-23T06:20:21.5933333+00:00
SUNOJ KUMAR YELURU
18,656
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator