Creating a Windows web server on Azure and installing IIS can be a breeze with the right guidance. In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll walk through the process from start to finish, complete with helpful images to guide you along the way.
Step 1: Navigate to Azure Portal
First things first, log in to your Azure portal and navigate to the Virtual Machines section.
Step 2: Create a Virtual Machine
Click on “Create” to start the process of creating a new Azure Virtual Machine.
Step 3: Define Resource Group and Virtual Machine Details
Underneath the Resource Group section, create a new Resource Group. Then, give your virtual machine a name and select the Windows Server image. For this tutorial, we’ll use Windows Server 2019.
Step 4: Choose Virtual Machine Size and Create Administrator Account
Select an appropriate size for your virtual machine and create an Administrator account. Ensure your password meets the security requirements.
Step 5: Configure Networking
Select the HTTP (80) inbound port and proceed to Review + create.
Step 6: Connect to Your Virtual Machine
Once the deployment is complete, go to the Resource and click on “Connect.” Underneath Native RDP, select and download the RDP file.
Step 7: Install IIS
Once connected to your virtual machine, open PowerShell and run the following command to install the IIS Web Server Role:
Install-WindowsFeature -name Web-Server -IncludeManagementTools
Step 8: Verify Installation
Wait for the installation to finish, then open Microsoft Edge and type in your public IP address. You should see the IIS default page indicating a successful installation.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully created a Windows web server on Azure and installed IIS. Now you’re ready to host your website and explore further customization options.
