Step-by-Step Guide: Creating & Connecting to an Azure Virtual Machine
Overview:
In this guide, we will create a Virtual Machine (VM) in Microsoft Azure using a Free Trial Account with $200 in credits. Follow these easy steps to set up, configure, and connect to your Azure VM.
1.Log in to Azure Portal
- Navigate to portal.azure.com.
- Enter your username & password to access the dashboard.
2. "Search for "Virtual Machines"
- In the Search bar, type "Virtual Machines".
You can also find it by clicking the hamburger menu or selecting "Create a Resource" → "Virtual Machine".
3. Select Virtual Machine from the Search Results
Click on "Virtual Machine" from the search results.
4. Click on "Create"
- Click "Create" → "Azure Virtual Machine".
- Choose "Virtual Machine hosted by Azure
5. Enter Project Details
- Select the appropriate Subscription.
- Click "Create Resource Group" → Enter a name for it.
6. Configure Virtual Machine Details
Enter:
- VM Name (e.g., Feb15VM)
- Windows 10 Enterprise N, version 22H2 - x64 Gen2 free services eligibe
- VM Size: Keep the default option.
7. Set Up Administrator Account
- Authentication Type: Select Password.
- Username: baokoncepts
- Password: ****** (Change for security purposes).
8. Configure Inbound Port Rules
- Select HTTP and RDP for Windows).
10. Accept Licensing Terms
- Click the checkbox to accept the license agreement
11. Disable Boot Diagnostics
- Click Next → Navigate to Monitoring Tab → Disable Boot Diagnostics.
12. Review & Deploy the Virtual Machine
- Click "Review + Create".
- Ensure validation passes.
- Click "Create" to deploy.
- Deployment takes 3-5 minutes.
- Check VM Status
If the status is "Running", your VM is ready!
Connect to the Virtual Machine
Click "Connect" in the Azure VM blade.
Download & Open RDP File (Windows VM Only)
Click "Native RDP" → Download RDP file.
Open the RDP file on your computer.
Enter the Username & Password created earlier.
Click "Connect" to access the VM.
Complete Connection
Follow the prompts & click "Continue" when asked.
Wait for Configuration
The remote desktop will be configured in a few seconds.
Success! Start Using Your VM
You are now connected! You can start using your Azure Virtual Machine
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