azure-compute

Azure VM and VMSS router for recommendations, pricing, autoscale, orchestration, and connectivity troubleshooting. WHEN: Azure VM, VMSS, scale set, recommend, compare, server, website, burstable, lightweight, VM family, workload, GPU, learning, simulation, dev/test, backend, autoscale, load balancer, Flexible orchestration, Uniform orchestration, cost estimate, connect, refused, Linux, black screen, reset password, reach VM, port 3389, NSG, troubleshoot.

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Cloud Infrastructure #virtual-machines #troubleshooting #cloud-computing #vmss #azure #vm-recommendations

Security Assessment

Medium Risk(65/100)

Detected risks:

Persistence([workflows/vm-troubleshooter/references/cannot-connect-to-vm.md] authorized_keys)

Sensitive File Access([workflows/vm-troubleshooter/references/cannot-connect-to-vm.md] .ssh/)

Security Score65/100

About azure-compute

The Azure Compute skill is designed to help users navigate and troubleshoot Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) and VM Scale Sets (VMSS). It routes requests to the appropriate workflows, providing assistance with VM recommendations, pricing, autoscaling, orchestration, and connectivity troubleshooting. The skill solves the challenge of efficiently choosing the right VM or VMSS for different workloads and resolving connectivity issues related to Azure VMs. Whether users are seeking cost-effective VM sizing, recommendations for specific workloads like databases or deep learning, or need help with connection failures, this skill serves as a comprehensive solution.

FAQ

When should I use the Azure Compute skill?

Activate this skill when you need recommendations for Azure VMs or VMSS, need to troubleshoot connectivity issues (like RDP/SSH failures or black screens), or need help with pricing, scaling, or orchestration options.

What are the available workflows in the Azure Compute skill?

There are two main workflows: the 'VM Recommender' for choosing and pricing VMs, and the 'VM Troubleshooter' for resolving connectivity issues such as RDP/SSH failures, black screens, or NSG/firewall issues.

Does this skill support all types of Azure VMs and VMSS?

Yes, the skill supports a broad range of VM families, workloads, autoscaling, and orchestration configurations for both Azure VMs and VMSS.

What kind of issues can the VM Troubleshooter resolve?

The VM Troubleshooter can help resolve connectivity issues like being unable to connect via RDP or SSH, troubleshooting black screens, NSG/firewall blocking, and resetting passwords.