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AsimKhan2023
Jun 12, 2025Brass Contributor
Create a Release Pipeline Agent in Azure DevOps
Hi, I am trying to install a new agent for my Azure DevOps. I have followed the instructions that Azure DevOps provides when trying to install/create a new agent, but I am constantly running into a...
Kidd_Ip
Jun 13, 2025MVP
Try to fix by the following:
- Verify .NET Framework Installation
- Ensure that .NET Framework 4.6.2 Developer Pack is installed, not just the runtime.
- Check Agent Compatibility
- Azure DevOps Hosted Agents may not fully support .NET 4.6.2.
- Consider using a self-hosted agent with the correct framework installed.
- Update Build Server Image
- If using a hosted agent, check if your build server image supports .NET 4.6.2.
- You may need to update your MSBuild arguments to explicitly target .NET 4.6.2.
- Check for Defender or Security Restrictions
- Some security settings may block the AgentService.exe process.
- Try running the installation as Administrator or temporarily disabling security software.
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