I'm trying to set up a basic Windows Virtual Desktop on Azure so I can access it from my PC. Back in the day, it was super easy—like around 2011, but now it seems more complicated. Does Azure not provide remote access options out of the box? I noticed I might need the Windows Admin tools add-on for browser access, but I'm stuck with a private IP that I can't reach from my home. With terms like Express Route and Bastion popping up, I feel like they're overkill for what I need. Can anyone guide me on how to simply and affordably open a session?
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Actually, there's a way to do this without needing a Public IP! Set up a host pool and assign an application group along with a workspace. With your account, you can log in via email and password plus MFA. This setup minimizes costs since you'll only pay for the compute and storage. Just remember to give your account VM login access and admin rights if needed!
When you create a Windows VM in Azure, it generally comes with a Public IP by default. If you want to avoid extra costs like Bastion, make sure you have a Network Security Group (NSG) set up on your NIC or subnet to allow RDP access from your home IP only. If you didn't set up a Public IP initially, you can still add one afterward, but you'll miss out on the simplest setup.
Thanks a lot! I'm glad to hear I can skip the Public IP. I already added NSG with my IP whitelisted, but I still need to finalize some account settings. What tool or process do I use to open a session as you described?