Creating A Linux Virtual Machine In the New Azure Portal

In this article you will learn how to create a Linux Virtual Machine in the new Azure Portal.

Introduction

Azure allows you to work with Virtual Machines like Linux, Windows Server, SQL Server, Oracle, IBM, and SAP providing different supports with a large range of computing solutions, running applications, development, testing, etc. Here Azure also supports you to work with Open Source for your flexibility.

Requirements

1. Windows Azure account

Follow the following steps to create a VM and attach a disk to it:

Note: Here we will be using Ubuntu Server

Step 1: Login to the Azure Management Portal.

New -> Virtual Machines -> Ubuntu Server 14.04 LTS,



Step 2: Select Deployment model as Classic,





Step 3: Select the pricing tier,



Give the Domain name and click on OK.







Here is the Linux Virtual Machine Settings,



To connect with Linux VM you need to install any SSH Client.

• PuTTY

Enter Virtual IP address available on settings blade,



Enter VM login username & password.