Hey everyone! I've been using Copilot for coding and found it pretty helpful, but I don't think it provides good advice for my current need. I'm looking to create a virtual machine (VM) for running ComfyUI to generate some fan-fiction videos using AI models.
Here are the details:
* Ideally, I need 2 to 4 NVIDIA GPUs, each with 8 to 12GB of VRAM.
* I'm flexible on the location, but I think the Central US would be best for obtaining quotas.
* I prefer using Windows 11 as the operating system.
What VM size do you suggest? Thanks in advance! - dave
5 Answers
You should check out the Azure sizing tool; it's super handy! It helps you find the right VM specs based on your needs. You can paste that into your browser if you're not sure how to find it.
If you're looking for the best balance, I recommend the Standard_NV12ads_A10_v5, which has an NVIDIA A10 with 24GB VRAM and runs on Ubuntu 22.04. It handles SDXL images and is great for common ComfyUI video processes without running into memory issues. If you want something cheaper, the Standard_NC4as_T4_v3 (with an NVIDIA T4, 16GB) can work for SD-1.5 and SDXL with low to medium VRAM nodes, but be cautious with control nodes and upscalers since it slows down at 1024x768. If you're planning to work on heavier tasks later, the Standard_NC24ads_A100_v4 (A100 with 80GB) is overkill but will give you the power you need for large batches.
While Copilot is great for programming tasks, I recommend using Grok or the Microsoft Customer Portal servers for questions needing specific Microsoft documentation context.
I suggest browsing this link about GPU-accelerated compute options on Azure: [GPU Sizes](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-machines/sizes/gpu-accelerated/nv-family). The NV family is better for graphics, but if you're looking at AI and deep learning, the ND family might be what you need. Keep in mind about availability in your chosen region and always check how pricing works since some resources can add up quickly! Windows OS tends to be pricier than Linux too, so factor that in.
Thanks a lot for the info!
Just opt for the marketplace images. They're straightforward, but make sure to verify the model of GPUs, number of GPUs, and their VRAM if you go that route. Most marketplace images use Linux though, which might not suit your needs if you want Windows.
I'm worried about using the marketplace due to: 1. GPU model 2. Number of GPUs 3. VRAM size 4. Preference for Windows OS. I've got lots of Azure resources to use, so I want a powerful setup.
Could you share a link? I can't seem to find it.