# Azure VM Storage Options

> Chapter 102 of the Courseiva AZ-900 curriculum — https://courseiva.com/learn/az-900/azure-vm-storage-options

**Official objective:** 2.2 — Azure Architecture Services

## Introduction

This chapter covers Azure VM storage options. AZ-900 tests under 2.2.

## Storage Types for Different Needs

A filing system might use fast drives for active files, slower drives for archives. VMs need similar flexibility: fast SSDs for OS, standard disks for data.

## Core explanation

Azure provides managed disks in different types: Premium (fast SSD), Standard (HDD), Ultra (highest performance). Choose based on performance needs.

## Real-world context

A database VM uses Premium SSD for data (performance-critical), Standard for backups (less critical).

## Exam focus

Objective 2.2 expects understanding of managed disk types.

## Step by step

1. **Choose disk type** — Select Premium, Standard, or Ultra based on performance requirements.
2. **Attach to VM** — Disks are attached to the VM.
3. **Use** — Applications access storage through the attached disks.

## Key takeaways

- Managed disks come in different performance tiers.
- Premium for performance-critical workloads.
- Standard for general-purpose.

## FAQ

**What storage options are available for Azure VMs?**

Managed disks in different tiers: Premium (fast SSD), Standard (HDD), Ultra (highest performance), chosen based on performance needs.

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Interactive version with quiz and diagrams: https://courseiva.com/learn/az-900/azure-vm-storage-options