Deployment Methods
DOCUMENT CATEGORY: Reference
SCOPE: Azure Local deployment options
PURPOSE: Overview and navigation for deployment methods
MASTER REFERENCE: Microsoft Learn — Deploy Azure Local via Portal
Status: Active
Overview
Azure Local clusters can be deployed using different methods. This section provides an overview of available options.
Quick Reference
S2D (Hyperconverged)
| Method | Best For | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Portal (AD) | Enterprise/Learning | AD Portal Deployment |
| ARM Template (AD) | Production/Multi-site | AD ARM Template |
| Portal (Local) | Edge/Disconnected | Local Portal Deployment |
| ARM Template (Local) | Automated Edge | Local ARM Template |
SAN (Disaggregated)
| Method | Best For | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Portal (AD + SAN) | SAN Enterprise | AD Portal (SAN) |
| ARM Template (AD + SAN) | SAN Automated | AD ARM Template (SAN) |
| Portal (Local + SAN) | SAN Edge | Local Portal (SAN) |
| ARM Template (Local + SAN) | SAN Automated Edge | Local ARM Template (SAN) |
Method Comparison
| Aspect | Portal | ARM Template |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of Use | Visual wizard | Requires template knowledge |
| Repeatability | Manual | Fully automated |
| Version Control | No | Yes |
| CI/CD Integration | No | Yes |
| Learning Curve | Low | Medium |
Azure Local Cloud Standard
Production Recommendation
For Azure Local Cloud Azure Local production deployments, use Active Directory with ARM Template for consistency and repeatability.
In This Section
| Version | Date | Author | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2026-03-03 | Azure Local Cloud | Initial release |