Create Azure File Share Using Azure Portal

Introduction

Azure File Share is a cloud-based storage solution provided by Microsoft Azure Azure File Share is like a big digital storage space on the internet. You can keep all your files, there, such as documents and pictures. It's handy because you can access your files from anywhere with an internet connection. Plus, it's great for teamwork because everyone on your team can use it like a shared filing cabinet.

What is Microsoft Azure?

Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing platform by Microsoft that offers services like computing, storage, networking, databases, and AI tools. It allows businesses to build, deploy, and manage applications using Microsoft's global data centers, providing flexibility, scalability, and security without the need for on-premises infrastructure.

What is Azure File Share?

Azure File Share is a service from Microsoft Azure that lets you store and share files in the cloud. It works with both Windows and Linux computers, using the SMB and NFS protocols. You can use it to access and share files from anywhere, whether you're in the office or working remotely. It also allows you to sync your on-premises files with the cloud using Azure File Sync, making it easy to keep your files updated in both places. Plus, it provides backup and recovery options to keep your data safe and easy to restore if needed. This makes it a simple and secure way for businesses to manage file storage.

Comparison between On-premises File Share and Azure File Share

Step 1. Sign in to the Microsoft Azure portal

1. Go to portal.azure.com
2. Use your Azure administrative credentials to log in.

Step 2. Set up a Storage Account

1. Go to the Navigation menu on the left side
2. Then Click on “Storage Account.”
   
3. Click + Create
   
4. In the Basic section, provide the project details.
5. Click Review + Create.
   
6. Click Create.
   

Step 3. Access your Storage Account

1. Once your storage account is created, go back to the Storage Accounts section.
2. Then, select a storage account to use to create a file share.
   

Step 4. Create and Configure a File Share

1. Go to the Data Storage
2. Select File Share
3. Then Click "+ File Share" to create a file share
   
4. In the Basic tab, provide a name for the file share and Leave "Transaction optimized selected for Tier."
5. Then click "Next: Backup >".
   
6. In the Backup tab, you can enable or disable {check or uncheck the backup box to enable or disable}.
7. Create a new Recovery Services Vault.
   • Vault name
   • Resource Group
8. To set up a new backup policy, choose Create a new policy.
9. Then Click Review + Create
   
10. Once Validation has passed, Click "Create".
    

Step 5. Access your File Share

After the file share is created, you can open it by clicking on your file share name.

To mount the file share on a Windows, Linux, or macOS machine, click the Connect button.

Conclusion

Making an Azure File Share in the Azure Portal is easy. You need to set up a storage account, create the file share, and then follow the instructions to use it. This lets you store and manage your files in the cloud.