File sync in Azure storage

Question

Im bit confused in configure Azure File sync in our organisation environment. we have file with 5GB with DEAB sync group with cloud endpoint and a service endpoint. Im unable to sync Drive E to the DEBA51-E.

Can someone help me on this in detailed is much appreciated.

Answer 1

Hello Kumar K

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A, thanks for posting your query.

I understand that you're having trouble syncing a drive on your server to a cloud endpoint using Azure File Sync, Firstly Ensure that your sync group is properly configured and that the appropriate server endpoint and cloud endpoint are chosen. This can be verified by accessing the "Sync groups" tab within the Azure portal and examining the settings associated with your sync group.

Post which Check your server endpoint configuration Make sure that your server endpoint is configured correctly and that the correct folders and files are selected for synchronization. You can check this by navigating to the "Server endpoints" tab in the Azure portal and reviewing the settings for your server endpoint.

Below are the steps in detailed for File sync:

• Navigate to your Azure File Sync resource.
• Download the Azure File Sync agent from the "Download" section.
• Install the agent and Run the installer on your Windows Server.
• Follow the installation prompts and accept the license agreement.
• Register the Server Open the Azure File Sync Agent After installation, open the Azure File Sync agent from the Start menu.
• Register the Server: Click on "Register" to register the server with your Azure subscription.
• Sign in with your Azure account.
• Select the Azure File Sync resource you created earlier.
• Create a Sync Group: In the Azure portal, navigate to your Azure File Sync resource.
• Click on "Sync groups" and then "Add sync group."
• Provide a name for the sync group (e.g., DEAB).
• Select the Azure File Share (e.g., DEBA51-E) as the cloud endpoint.
• Add Server Endpoint:In the sync group you just created, click on "Add server endpoint."
• Select the registered server from the dropdown.
• Specify the path to the folder you want to sync (e.g., E:\YourFolder).
• Configure the sync options (e.g., cloud tiering, if needed).
• Click "Create" to add the server endpoint.
• Configure Sync SettingsEnsure that the sync settings are configured correctly. You can set options like:
  • Cloud Tiering: This allows you to keep only the most frequently accessed files on the local server while storing the rest in the cloud.
  • Sync Frequency: Adjust how often the sync occurs.

Note- Always ensure you have backups of your data before making significant changes.

References: Planning for an Azure File Sync deployment | Microsoft Learn

Hope the above answer helps! Please let us know do you have any further queries.

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