Template file deployment

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Template file deployment

John Dorudiani 40

I followed the video and used the two parameter and template files provided, but it only created one of VMs (az104-10-vm0) and didn't deploy az104-10-vm1.

what should I do to have them both deployed at the same time?

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kguntaka 6,645 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Volunteer Moderator

2024-10-24T09:40:10.89+00:00

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kguntaka 6,645 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Volunteer Moderator

2024-10-24T09:40:10.89+00:00

Hi John Dorudiani,
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SiddeshTN 5,345 Microsoft External Staff

Hi John Dorudiani,

Thank you for reaching out to us on the Microsoft Q&A forum.

Only one virtual machine was created, likely due to a parameter mismatch / an issue with the deployment process
Here are some troubleshooting steps to resolve this:

1.Ensure your deployment template includes both virtual machines. Double-check that both VMs are correctly defined in the template and that each VM’s configuration is fully specified.
2.Make sure that all necessary parameters, like virtual machine names, sizes, and locations, are correctly set for both VMs.
3.Try redeploying the template using the Azure CLI after ensuring the template and parameter file are set up correctly. This should deploy both virtual machines at the same time.
4.If the second VM still doesn’t deploy, review the deployment logs in the Azure Portal under the Deployments section of your resource group. The logs might provide clues about why the second VM wasn’t created.
5.Additionally, check to ensure you haven’t reached any quota limits in the region you’re deploying to, and validate the template to make sure there are no structural / syntax issues.

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John Dorudiani 40 Reputation points

2024-10-25T02:48:55.24+00:00

https://github.com/MicrosoftLearning/AZ-104-MicrosoftAzureAdministrator/blob/master/Allfiles/Labs/10/az104-10-vms-edge-template.json

this is the recommended Template and parameter file and it looks fine to me can you please check, maybe I'm missing something.

I also deployed it with Azure CLI and the result is the same. As shown in the picture, VM0 is the only one that's been created.

if there is nothing wrong with the files I'll take a screenshot from the process.

Thanks for helping out as always.
John Dorudiani 40 Reputation points

2024-10-25T02:57:04.5166667+00:00

https://github.com/MicrosoftLearning/AZ-104-MicrosoftAzureAdministrator/blob/master/Allfiles/Labs/10/az104-10-vms-edge-template.json

these are the template and parameter files that are provided for deployment.

I went through the file and didn't see anything wrong. Can you please check it out maybe I'm missing something.

I also deployed the file with Azure CLI as you recommended but as you can see in the picture, VM0 is the only VM that's been deployed.

if there is nothing wrong with the template and parameters I will send a full screenshot of the process.

Thanks for helping out.
SiddeshTN 5,345 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff

2024-10-25T12:59:12.3833333+00:00
Hi

Thanks for the screenshot.

It seems you're very close to completing the deployment!

Here's something you might find helpful to try:

Try increasing the number of Instances variable in the template, which is currently
set to 1. That’s why only one VM (VM0) is being deployed. Change the value to 2
to deploy both VMs.
You can do this by updating the template:

"variables": { "numberOfInstances": 2, // Change from 1 to 2 "computeAPIVersion": "2018-10-01", "networkAPIVersion": "2018-12-01" }

1.Make sure the network interfaces and public IP addresses are correctly set up for both VMs. Each VM needs its own NIC and public IP, so everything should be in sync.

2.Ensure the virtual network and subnet settings are correct for both VMs, and that they are connected to the right network interface.

3.check the deployment order in the depends on section to ensure that resources like NICs / public IPs are created before the VMs. This ensures the correct deployment sequence.

Try these steps and redeploy to see if both VMs are created.

If you have any other questions or are still running into more issues, please let me know.

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John Dorudiani 40 Reputation points

2024-10-29T02:32:22.9766667+00:00

Ow, sorry about that. I thought since it's going to a loop it has to start from 1.it is resolved.

Thanks
SiddeshTN 5,345 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff

2024-10-29T11:54:11.2566667+00:00

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We're glad to hear that your concern has been resolved.
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