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Why does Azure Lab takes a lot of time to start ?
Hello been using Azure Lab for some years now and over the years, the start time hasn't been quicker. It normally takes about 5 minutes or more. I understand Virtual machines are way faster but been ...
nicolehaugen
Microsoft
MicrosoftHi Prazol-
Yes, VM start times can fluctuate and can take several minutes to start. If it makes sense for your scenario, one thing we do recommend so that a labs' VMs all start by a certain time, is to use schedules and add a buffer of about 15 minutes to the scheduled start time.
I will also mention that improving VM start times is a high priority item on our backlog for the next release of Azure Labs.
Thanks,
Nicole
Yes, VM start times can fluctuate and can take several minutes to start. If it makes sense for your scenario, one thing we do recommend so that a labs' VMs all start by a certain time, is to use schedules and add a buffer of about 15 minutes to the scheduled start time.
I will also mention that improving VM start times is a high priority item on our backlog for the next release of Azure Labs.
Thanks,
Nicole