New rebranding PR for Azure Arc VMs

Author: v-sissondan

azure-local/deploy/azure-verification.md

@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ ms.topic: overview
 ms.custom:
   - devx-track-azurepowershell
 ms.reviewer: jlei
-ms.date: 02/03/2025
+ms.date: 03/30/2025
 ms.lastreviewed: 03/05/2024
 ms.service: azure-local
 ---
@@ -31,8 +31,8 @@ Azure verification for VM enables you to use these benefits available only on Az
 | Extended Security Update (ESUs)          | Get security updates at no extra cost for end-of-support SQL and Windows Server VMs on Azure Local. <br/> For more information, see [Free Extended Security Updates (ESU) on Azure Local](../manage/azure-benefits-esu.md). | You must enable [Legacy OS support](#legacy-os-support) for older VMs running version Windows Server 2012 or earlier with [Latest Servicing Stack Updates](https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/advisory/ADV990001).|
 | Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)                    | AVD session hosts can run only on Azure infrastructure. Activate your Windows multi-session VMs on Azure Local using Azure VM verification. <br/> Licensing requirements for AVD still apply. See [Azure Virtual Desktop pricing](/azure/virtual-desktop/azure-stack-hci-overview#pricing). | Activated automatically for VMs running version Windows 11 multi-session with 4B update released on April 9, 2024 (22H2: [KB5036893](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/april-9-2024-kb5036893-os-builds-22621-3447-and-22631-3447-a674a67b-85f5-4a40-8d74-5f8af8ead5bb), 21H2: [KB5036894](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/april-9-2024-kb5036894-os-build-22000-2899-165dd6e1-74be-45b7-84e3-0f2a25d375f3)) or later. You must enable [legacy OS support](#legacy-os-support) for VMs running version Windows 10 multi-session with 4B update released on April 9, 2024  [KB5036892](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/april-9-2024-kb5036892-os-builds-19044-4291-and-19045-4291-cb5d2d42-6b10-48f7-829a-be7d416a811b) or later. |
 | Windows Server Datacenter: Azure Edition | Azure Edition VMs can run only on Azure infrastructure. Activate your [Windows Server Azure Edition](/windows-server/get-started/azure-edition) VMs and use the latest Windows Server innovations and other exclusive features. <br/> Licensing requirements still apply. See ways to [license Windows Server VMs on Azure Local](../manage/vm-activate.md?tabs=azure-portal).         | Activated automatically for VMs running Windows Server Azure Edition 2022 with 4B update released on April 9, 2024 ([KB5036909](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/april-9-2024-kb5036909-os-build-20348-2402-36062ce9-f426-40c6-9fb9-ee5ab428da8c)) or later. |
-| Azure Update Manager | Get [Azure Update Manager](/azure/update-manager/overview?branch=main&tabs=azure-arc-vms) at no cost. This service provides a SaaS solution to manage and govern software updates to VMs on Azure Local. | Available automatically for Arc VMs created through the Arc Resource Bridge on Azure Local. With Software Assurance, you can attest your machine using Arc's Windows Server Azure benefits and licenses, and get AUM for free. For more information, see [Azure Update Manager frequently asked questions](/azure/update-manager/update-manager-faq#what-is-the-pricing-for-azure-update-manager). |
-| Azure Policy guest configuration         | Get [Azure Policy guest configuration](/azure/governance/policy/concepts/guest-configuration) at no cost. This Arc extension enables the auditing and configuration of OS settings as code for machines and VMs. | Arc agent version 1.39 or later. See [Latest Arc agent release](/azure/azure-arc/servers/agent-release-notes). |
+| Azure Update Manager | Get [Azure Update Manager](/azure/update-manager/overview?branch=main&tabs=azure-arc-vms) at no cost. This service provides a SaaS solution to manage and govern software updates to VMs on Azure Local. | Available automatically for Azure Local VMs created through the Azure Arc resource bridge on Azure Local. With Software Assurance, you can attest your machine using Windows Server Azure benefits and licenses, and get AUM for free. For more information, see [Azure Update Manager frequently asked questions](/azure/update-manager/update-manager-faq#what-is-the-pricing-for-azure-update-manager). |
+| Azure Policy guest configuration         | Get [Azure Policy guest configuration](/azure/governance/policy/concepts/guest-configuration) at no cost. This extension enables the auditing and configuration of OS settings as code for machines and VMs. | Arc agent version 1.39 or later. See [Latest agent release](/azure/azure-arc/servers/agent-release-notes). |
 
 > [!NOTE]
 > To ensure continued functionality, update your VMs on Azure Local to the latest cumulative update by June 17, 2024. This update is essential for VMs to continue using Azure benefits. See the [Azure Local blog post](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/azure-stack-blog/apply-critical-update-for-azure-stack-hci-vms-to-maintain-azure/ba-p/4115023) for more information.

azure-local/manage/azure-arc-vms-faq.yml

@@ -1,52 +1,48 @@
 ### YamlMime:FAQ
 metadata:
-  title: Azure Arc VM management FAQ 
-  description: The Azure Arc VM management FAQ provides information on questions related to Azure Local.
+  title: Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc FAQ 
+  description: The Azure Local VM management FAQ provides information on questions related to Azure Local.
   ms.topic: faq
   author: alkohli
   ms.author: alkohli
   ms.service: azure-local
-  ms.date: 02/10/2025
-title: Azure Arc VM management FAQ
+  ms.date: 03/21/2025
+title: Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc FAQ
 summary:
-  Frequently asked questions about Azure Arc VMs for Azure Local for 2311.2 and later.
+  Frequently asked questions about Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc for 2311.2 and later.
 
 sections:
   - name: ignored
     questions:
+    
     - question: |
-        What major improvements and features can I expect for Arc VMs in Azure Local?
-      answer: |
-        Arc VM management on Azure Local has several enhancements and new features. Improvements include a simpler setup for the Arc Resource Bridge, support for static IPs, more flexible storage placement for VMs and VM images, more VM Extensions, improvements to Azure CLI, and more.
-
-    - question: |
-        How do I upgrade my Azure Arc VM management infrastructure components?
+        How do I upgrade my VM management infrastructure components?
       answer: |
-        Updates for Arc VM management infrastructure components like MOC, Arc Resource Bridge, and Kubernetes extensions on Azure Local 2311.2 or later are handled automatically. For more information, see [Update overview for Azure Local](../update/about-updates-23h2.md).
+        Updates for VM management infrastructure components like MOC, Azure Arc resource bridge, and Kubernetes extensions on Azure Local 2311.2 or later are handled automatically. For more information, see [Update overview for Azure Local](../update/about-updates-23h2.md).
 
     - question: | 
-        Will I be charged when updating my Arc VM using the Azure Update Manager service?
+        Will I be charged when updating my VM using the Azure Update Manager service?
       answer: |
-        No. You can update Arc VMs for free when using the Azure Update Manager service. However, updating non-Arc VMs created using Windows Admin Center or Hyper-V Manager, and Arc-enabled independently (these are now arc-enabled servers), will incur a charge. For more information, see [Azure Update Manager Pricing for Arc-enabled machines](
+        No. You can update VMs for free when using the Azure Update Manager service. However, updating unmanaged VMs created using Windows Admin Center or Hyper-V Manager, and Arc-enabled independently (these are now Arc-enabled servers), will incur a charge. For more information, see [Azure Update Manager Pricing for Arc-enabled servers](
         /azure/update-manager/update-manager-faq#pricing).
         
     - question: |
         Why do I need to move to Azure Local?
       answer: |
-        Moving to Azure Local is essential to continue using Azure Arc VM management since version 22H2 will no longer be supported after 15 February 2024. Azure Local has several new and enhanced features that ensure that you have access to a more stable, efficient, and feature-rich platform.
+        Moving to Azure Local is essential to continue using Azure Local VM management since version 22H2 will no longer be supported after 15 February 2024. Azure Local has several new and enhanced features that ensure that you have access to a more stable, efficient, and feature-rich platform.
 
     - question: |
         How can I seek assistance during the transition to Azure Local?
       answer: |
         The Microsoft Support team is available to help you through the transition and can answer any questions you might have. Feel free to reach out for assistance via the Azure portal.
 
     - question: |
-        Can Azure Kubernetes Service on Azure Local and Windows Server and Azure Arc Resource Bridge coexist on the same Azure Local instance?
+        Can Azure Kubernetes Service on Azure Local and Windows Server and Azure Arc resource bridge coexist on the same Azure Local instance?
       answer: |
-        Yes. Azure Kubernetes Service on Azure Local and Windows Server and VM provisioning from the Azure portal can be deployed on the same Azure Local instance. You can deploy the AKS-HCI management system first and then Arc Resource Bridge. In this configuration, uninstalling Azure Kubernetes Service from Azure Local removes Arc Resource Bridge.
+        Yes. Azure Kubernetes Service on Azure Local and Windows Server and VM provisioning from the Azure portal can be deployed on the same Azure Local instance. You can deploy the AKS-HCI management system first and then Azure Arc resource bridge. In this configuration, uninstalling Azure Kubernetes Service from Azure Local removes Azure Arc resource bridge.
     
     - question: |
-        I used to be able to create virtual networks for my Arc VMs in past releases. Starting 2310 (November 2023), I can only create logical networks. What changed?
+        I used to be able to create virtual networks for my VMs in past releases. Starting 2310 (November 2023), I can only create logical networks. What changed?
       answer: |
         Starting with the 2311.2 release Azure Local, logical networks have replaced virtual networks. Logical networks are the Azure resources that represent your physical network. To connect virtual machines to your network, you need to create logical networks on which you can place your VM network interfaces. Virtual networks created on earlier versions cannot be used with the Azure Local 2311.2 release and later, and need to be manually deleted.
 
@@ -56,14 +52,14 @@ sections:
         SDN is currently not supported for VMs created from the Azure portal.
 
     - question: |
-        How can I perform live migration of Arc-enabled virtual machines?
+        How can I perform live migration of Azure Local virtual machines?
       answer: |
-        Live migration of Arc VMs across Azure Local machines is supported via on-premises tools like [Failover Cluster Manager](/windows-server/manage/windows-admin-center/use/manage-failover-clusters#adding-a-failover-cluster-to-windows-admin-center) or [Windows Admin Center](/windows-server/manage/windows-admin-center/use/manage-virtual-machines#live-migrate-a-virtual-machine-to-another-cluster-node). Live migration of VM storage is not supported.
+        Live migration of VMs across Azure Local machines is supported via on-premises tools like [Failover Cluster Manager](/windows-server/manage/windows-admin-center/use/manage-failover-clusters#adding-a-failover-cluster-to-windows-admin-center) or [Windows Admin Center](/windows-server/manage/windows-admin-center/use/manage-virtual-machines#live-migrate-a-virtual-machine-to-another-cluster-node). Live migration of VM storage is not supported.
 
     - question: |
-        Is there a fee to use Arc management for VMs on Azure Local?
+        Is there a fee to manage Azure Local VMs?
       answer: |
-        VM management for Azure Local from the Azure control plane doesn't have any extra fees. Some VM extensions might have a fee.
+        No. Azure Local VMs can be managed by Azure CLI or Azure portal. In either case, no fee is charged. Some VM extensions might have a fee.
 
     - question: |
         Can I use the same name for gallery image projections and do existing VMs use the new image?
@@ -81,7 +77,7 @@ sections:
         Deleting a gallery image doesn't affect the VMs that were created using that gallery image. The VMs won't be able to show the image name in the VM details.
 
     - question: | 
-        If I delete Arc Resource Bridge, are the VMs also deleted?
+        If I delete Azure Arc resource bridge, are the VMs also deleted?
       answer: |
-        If you inadvertently remove the Arc Resource Bridge via the Azure portal, it results in the deletion of the Azure projection of the on-premises Arc Appliance VM. Importantly, this action doesn't impact your existing workloads. To restore the Azure projection of the Arc Resource Bridge, run `az arcappliance create`. For more information, see [az arcappliance create hci](https://learn.microsoft.com/cli/azure/arcappliance/create?view=azure-cli-latest#az-arcappliance-create-hci). If the Arc Appliance on-premises VM is accidentally deleted, you lose the ability to manage your VMs through Azure portal, your workloads remain accessible through local on-premises tools like Windows Admin Center, Hyper-V, and PowerShell. To reinstate the Arc Resource Bridge, a redeployment is required. For assistance with this process, contact Microsoft support.
+        If you inadvertently remove the Azure Arc resource bridge via the Azure portal, it results in the deletion of the Azure projection of the on-premises appliance VM. Importantly, this action doesn't impact your existing workloads. To restore the Azure projection of the Azure Arc resource bridge, run `az arcappliance create`. For more information, see [az arcappliance create hci](https://learn.microsoft.com/cli/azure/arcappliance/create?view=azure-cli-latest#az-arcappliance-create-hci). If the appliance on-premises VM is accidentally deleted, you lose the ability to manage your VMs through Azure portal, your workloads remain accessible through local on-premises tools like Windows Admin Center, Hyper-V, and PowerShell. To reinstate the Azure Arc resource bridge, a redeployment is required. For assistance with this process, contact Microsoft support.
 

azure-local/manage/create-logical-networks.md

@@ -1,19 +1,18 @@
 ---
-title: Create logical networks for Azure Local 
-description: Learn how to create logical networks on Azure Local. The Arc virtual machine (VM) running on your system used this logical network.
+title: Create logical networks for Azure Local virtual machines enabled by Azure Arc
+description: Learn how to create logical networks on Azure Local. The Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc running on your system use this logical network.
 author: alkohli
 ms.author: alkohli
 ms.topic: how-to
 ms.service: azure-local
-ms.date: 01/06/2025
+ms.date: 03/30/2025
 ---
 
-# Create logical networks for Azure Local
+# Create logical networks for Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc
 
 [!INCLUDE [hci-applies-to-23h2](../includes/hci-applies-to-23h2.md)]
 
-This article describes how to create or add logical networks for your Azure Local instance.
-
+This article describes how to create or add logical networks for your Azure Local instance. Any Azure Local virtual machines (VMs) that you create use these logical networks.
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
@@ -92,9 +91,9 @@ You can use the `az stack-hci-vm network lnet create` cmdlet to create a logical
 
 #### Create a static logical network via CLI
 
-In this release, you can create virtual machines using a static IP only via the Azure CLI.
+In this release, you can create Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc using a static IP only via the Azure CLI.
 
-Create a static logical network when you want to create virtual machines with network interfaces on these logical networks. Follow these steps in Azure CLI to configure a static logical network:
+Create a static logical network when you want to create Azure Local VMs with network interfaces on these logical networks. Follow these steps in Azure CLI to configure a static logical network:
 
 1. Set the parameters. Here's an example:
 
@@ -124,7 +123,7 @@ Create a static logical network when you want to create virtual machines with ne
     | **subscription** |Name or ID of the subscription where your Azure Local is deployed. This could be another subscription you use for logical network on your Azure Local. |
     | **custom-location** | Use this to provide the custom location associated with your Azure Local where you're creating this logical network. |
     | **location** | Azure regions as specified by `az locations`. |
-    | **vlan** |VLAN identifier for Arc VMs. Contact your network admin to get this value. A value of 0 implies that there's no VLAN ID. |
+    | **vlan** |VLAN identifier for Azure Local VMs. Contact your network admin to get this value. A value of 0 implies that there's no VLAN ID. |
     | **ip-allocation-method** | IP address allocation method and could be `Dynamic` or `Static`. If this parameter isn't specified, by default the logical network is created with a dynamic configuration. |
     | **address-prefixes** | Subnet address in CIDR notation. For example: "192.168.0.0/16". |
     | **dns-servers** | List of IPv4 addresses of DNS servers. Specify multiple DNS servers in a space separated format. For example: "10.0.0.5" "10.0.0.10" |
@@ -238,7 +237,7 @@ Follow these steps to configure a DHCP logical network:
     | **subscription** | Name or ID of the subscription where Azure Local is deployed. This could be another subscription you use for logical network on your Azure Local. |
     | **custom-location** | Use this to provide the custom location associated with your Azure Local where you're creating this logical network. |
     | **location** | Azure regions as specified by `az locations`. |
-    | **vlan** | VLAN identifier for Arc VMs. Contact your network admin to get this value. A value of 0 implies that there's no VLAN ID. |
+    | **vlan** | VLAN identifier for Azure Local VMs. Contact your network admin to get this value. A value of 0 implies that there's no VLAN ID. |
 
 
 1. Run the following cmdlet to create a DHCP logical network:
@@ -389,4 +388,4 @@ You can use the Azure Verified Module (AVM) that contains the Terraform template
 
 ## Next steps
 
-- [Create Arc virtual machines on Azure Local](create-arc-virtual-machines.md)
+- [Create Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc](create-arc-virtual-machines.md)

azure-local/manage/create-network-interfaces.md

@@ -1,20 +1,20 @@
 ---
 title: Create network interfaces for virtual machines on Azure Local
-description: Learn how to create network interfaces on an existing logical network associated with your Azure Local. The Arc VM running on your system uses these network interfaces.
+description: Learn how to create network interfaces on an existing logical network associated with your Azure Local. The Azure Local VM enabled by Azure Arc uses these network interfaces.
 author: alkohli
 ms.author: alkohli
 ms.reviewer: alkohli
 ms.topic: how-to
 ms.service: azure-local
 ms.custom: devx-track-azurecli
-ms.date: 10/24/2024
+ms.date: 03/27/2025
 ---
 
-# Create network interfaces for Arc virtual machines on Azure Local
+# Create network interfaces for Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc
 
 [!INCLUDE [hci-applies-to-23h2](../includes/hci-applies-to-23h2.md)]
 
-This article describes how to create network interfaces that you can associate with an Arc VM on your Azure Local instance. You can create network interfaces using the Azure portal or the Azure CLI. 
+This article describes how to create network interfaces that you can associate with an Azure Local VM. You can create network interfaces using the Azure portal or Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI). 
 
 
 ## About network interfaces
@@ -229,5 +229,5 @@ In the Azure portal, you create a network interface during the VM creation flow.
 
 ## Next steps
 
-- Use this network interface when you [Create an Arc VM on your Azure Local](./create-arc-virtual-machines.md).
+- Use this network interface when you [Create Azure Local VMs enabled by Azure Arc](./create-arc-virtual-machines.md).