How to set up a virtual machine for a license server

Question

I was trying to look into virtual machines that could be used for a license server. I was planning on having licenses for Origin Lab and COMSOL on the license server. I was looking through the options on:

https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/details/virtual-machines/linux/?ef_id=k_CjwKCAjw17qvBhBrEiwA1rU9w2VTBzcAcPrrXug6D_mrpUoU30aRNH-S9WczFhoI-u8pj2pRvR8NhxoCk2YQAvD_BwE_k&OCID=AIDcmm5edswduu_SEM__k_CjwKCAjw17qvBhBrEiwA1rU9w2VTBzcAcPrrXug6D_mrpUoU30aRNH-S9WczFhoI-u8pj2pRvR8NhxoCk2YQAvD_BwE_k_&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw17qvBhBrEiwA1rU9w2VTBzcAcPrrXug6D_mrpUoU30aRNH-S9WczFhoI-u8pj2pRvR8NhxoCk2YQAvD_BwE#pricing

and I did not know which type of server would be best for this application. I was wondering which type would be best. (at least 15 gb disc space, 2 gb RAM)

Thank you

Answer 1

Hello, @Ethan Shi !

What is the best VM for my OriginLab and COMSOL license server?

From what I've gathered from the OriginLab and COMSOL license server documentation, the requirements are pretty forgiving:

• OriginLab: FLEXnet Server Setup for Linux: 64MB RAM, low network traffic
• COMSOL: Running the COMSOL® Software with Microsoft® Azure: Notes a default of Standard_D4_v3 for VM and the ability to go more or less powerful based on need and cost for COMSOL itself; server requirements appear to be significantly less.

Then you would compare the Azure VM specs here as broken down into VM families:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-machines/sizes

Based on that, you have different options depending on your performance needs:

• B-series burstable VMs are ideal for workloads that don't need the full performance of the CPU continuously, like web servers, small databases and development and test environments. The B2ms might be a lower range option.
• The Av2-series VMs can be deployed on various hardware types and processors. A-series VMs have CPU performance and memory configurations best suited for entry level workloads like development and test. The A2 v2 might be a similar option to the B2ms.
• The Dv3 and Dsv3-series run in a hyper-threaded configuration, providing a better value proposition for most general purpose workloads. Mentioned in the COMSOL documentation, the D4 v3 would exceed the requirements you've listed.

Hopefully this helps you pointed in the right direction! Keep in mind that Azure sales is a great resource if you would like to chat with someone regarding your specific needs while looking for the most cost effective options.

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Answer 2

"You can see the complete listing of VM sizes at: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/details/virtual-machines/linux/

If you want a more generic VM, opt for VMs from the 'D' family, Memory optimized, 'E' family, GPU 'NC', Compute optimized, 'F' family."