Task 1 Does not work: Create a Linux virtual machine and install Nginx

AZ Brown, Martha C. (LARC-D314) 15

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I copied and pasted the script into the shell. I got an error message.

Savitha Patil 0 Reputation points

2023-08-25T19:38:31.2266667+00:00

I had the same issue, but gave up after trying a few times and having the same result. I came back and redid the exercise 24 hours later with a new sandbox, and it worked fine!

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VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-08-01T08:01:55.4733333+00:00
Hi @AZ Brown, Martha C. (LARC-D314),

We apologize for the inconvenience. It seems like when the script run it produces an error as "Unable to locate package nginx" while practicing the exercise. Based on my understanding of the issue, you're practicing the following Learning Path exercise.

Topic: AZ-900

Learning Path: Azure Fundamentals: Describe Azure architecture and services.

Module: Describe Azure compute and networking services

Unit: 3 of 14 Exercise - Create an Azure Virtual Machine

I have tried several times to reproduce the issue, and the documented steps works fine for me.

Kindly take a look the similar discussion thread (by TP) , copying the summarized steps:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/1160875/broken-exercise-create-an-azure-virtual-machine

Activate new sandbox and create the VM as mentioned in the Exercise (step1 at Create a Linux VM and install Nginx)

After step 1, please make a note of Public IP address that was assigned to VM.

Before moving into step2, connect to newly created VM using ssh command in cloud shell. Please run the below command to connect VM. ssh azureuser@<VM public ip address>

system asks you to prompt to Yes/No. Enter Yes.

Please run the below commands one after another (in cloud shell).

sudo apt-get update

sudo apt-get install -y nginx

echo "<html><body><h2>Welcome to Azure! My name is $(hostname).</h2></body></html>" | sudo tee -a /var/www/html/index.html

exit

After completed the step 5, Continue your module from step2 of Task 1: Create a Linux virtual machine and install Nginx at module 3 of 14.

If the issue persists, please let us know we will help you further.
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VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-08-04T10:07:59.3666667+00:00

Hi @AZ Brown, Martha C. (LARC-D314),

Is this answer helpful for you? if this answer is helpful, please upvote for the answer so that it will be helpful for the community to find the right answers.

Ethan Clarke 0 Reputation points

2023-08-24T16:42:48.4033333+00:00

Unfortunately this solution still does not work, the public IP is unreachable through the cloud shell. Unable to ping the VM though I am seeing it active on both Azure portal and CLI

MOHAMMED HADDAD 0 Reputation points

2023-09-03T08:49:21.3933333+00:00

Dear I follow your steps, but it is asking for my sudo Password

i forgot it and can't continue to install Nginx please help me

VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-09-11T13:43:27.55+00:00

Hi @MOHAMMED HADDAD

Apologies for the delay in responding. If you're working on the exercise using the Sandbox, there's no requirement to set a password during the VM creation process. Simply activate a new sandbox and create the VM following the exercise instructions. Once the VM is successfully created, proceed to follow the steps outlined in the answer section. Should you continue to encounter any difficulties, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
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Ethan Clarke 0 Reputation points

2023-08-24T16:44:23.01+00:00

Here's the packet loss to the VM
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VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-08-25T13:19:22.8233333+00:00

Hello @Ethan Clarke

Thank you for getting in touch with Microsoft Q&A. I'd like to inquire whether you're utilizing an Azure learn path or any Azure subscription.

Below are the potential reasons for the issue you're experiencing:

This situation can arise due to various factors, such as hardware malfunctions on one end or issues with the connection itself. Consequently, your entire internet connection might exhibit sluggishness.

Sometimes, it takes a brief period for changes in resources to be fully distributed throughout the Azure platform. If you've recently created a Virtual Machine (VM), it's advisable to wait a few minutes before attempting the operation again.

Hence, please make certain that your internet connection remains steady. Alternatively, once you've initiated the VM creation, wait for a span of 5 to 10 minutes to ensure successful generation before reviewing the details.

If the problem persists, kindly provide us with additional details such as the specific module, unit, and exercise you're encountering difficulties with.

VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-08-28T17:11:25.8366667+00:00

Hello @Ethan Clarke

Have you had the chance to review my previous response? Kindly inform us if you are still encountering the issue.

Ethan Clarke 0 Reputation points

2023-08-28T18:08:16.4566667+00:00

Hi @VGrandhi ,

I am no longer encountering the issue, after creating the VM, I restarted the CLI and got through without issue

VGrandhi 195 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2023-08-29T07:19:43.9333333+00:00

Hello @Ethan Clarke ,

Thank you for the confirmation. Feel free to contact us if any further queries.
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