Mastodawn

ℹ️ Understanding the 8R migration strategy is critical for legacy infrastructure, and Azure Arc bridges the gap between old and new. Instead of ripping out functioning on-premises servers, manage them modernly in a Hybrid Cloud setup. Retaining traditional workloads is viable with Azure Arc, bringing cloud-native security to your Windows Server fleet. Implement an Adaptive Cloud strategy without abandoning past investments.
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cloud-adoption-framework/plan/select-cloud-migration-strategy
#AzureArc #HybridCloud #AdaptiveCloud

Naglafarn Mar 27

☢️ Modernizing your hybrid connectivity doesn't have to be complex, and public endpoints are a robust, high-performance option when paired with a Next-Gen Firewall.

Traditional IP-based firewalls are a thing of the past; embrace direct connectivity to ensure your hybrid management remains lean and agile.

I know this requires some polishing and update, but it is still the best starting point: https://hartiga.de/azure/best-connection-to-azure-arc-enable-a-server/

#WindowsServer2025 #AzureArc #HybridCloud #ITArchitecture

Naglafarn Mar 26

☢️ Dealing with disconnected Azure Arc agents is incredibly frustrating.

Start here: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-arc/servers/manage-agent?tabs=windows#upgrade-the-agent

‼️ The recommended way to keep the Windows agent version up to date isMicrosoft Update. Don't feel bad using the "legacy" way!

#AzureArc #WindowsServer #AdaptiveCloud

Naglafarn Mar 25

Use traditional GPOs to deploy Azure Arc agents flawlessly! It is the way to bridge classic Windows Server administration with modern hybrid management. Leverage your existing knowledge to build your Adaptive Cloud.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cloud-adoption-framework/scenarios/hybrid/arc-enabled-servers/eslz-automation-arc-server#onboard-azure-arc-enabled-servers-1

#WindowsServer #AzureArc #AdaptiveCloud

Naglafarn Mar 20

If i have one story to tell... it is my story around the Azure Arc vision and toolset for your single control plane.

This drawing and the original article by Thomas Maurer around "Azure Arc for Cloud Solutions Architects" started my journey. It also started my journey as a Microsoft MVP.

Start your journey today and start where i started: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/itopstalkblog/azure-arc-for-cloud-solutions-architects/2521928

#AzureArc #AdaptiveCloud #HybridCloud

Naglafarn Mar 16

ℹ️ We’ve used VM Applications for Azure VMs to layer software from the Compute Gallery instead of baking it into images; now, that same power is coming to your on-premises servers.

Check for Details: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-machines/vm-applications
Join the private preview: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=v4j5cvGGr0GRqy180BHbRzrq6pE1E8BMuGYW2McpYlVUNzdRT1ZBOFdTUTBUSEtIMFBUVDNNUVMxRC4u&route=shorturl

❗️ It’s time to stop thinking about "on-prem vs. cloud" and start managing your applications as one unified fleet with a single control plane.

#AzureArc #HybridCloud #ITOperations #AdaptiveCloud

Mr T-Bone Mar 13

🥩🥩Mr T-Bone tip!🥩🥩[New from Tech Community]
Streamline your Azure Arc agent upgrades by tagging machines for automatic updates! Easy peasy from the Cloud Shell—no more manual hustle! 🎉🖥️

#CloudComputing #AzureArc #MVPBuzz #Security #MicrosoftTechCommunity

👉👉 https://tip.tbone.se/UebUSP
[AI generated, Human reviewed]

Naglafarn Mar 12

⚠️ Azure File Sync Arc Extension is now GA, bringing modern cloud management to local file servers.

ℹ️ Deploy the AFS agent directly via the Azure Portal without manual MSI installations or complex onboarding.
💰️ You can now leverage the Software Assurance pricing benefit to significantly lower your hybrid storage costs.

We are moving away from manual infrastructure management.

#WindowsServer #AzureArc #AdaptiveCloud #HybridCloud