Microsoft Entra joined session hosts in Azure Virtual Desktop

Summary

This article explains how to deploy and manage Microsoft Entra joined virtual machines in Azure Virtual Desktop. Microsoft Entra joined VMs simplify deployment by eliminating the need for Active Directory on-premises, and they can be easily managed with Intune. Access to on-premises resources may be limited, and specific configurations are required for user access and authentication.

Highlights

• Microsoft Entra joined VMs can only access Azure Files shares or Azure NetApp Files shares for hybrid users using Microsoft Entra Kerberos for FSLogix user profiles.
• The Remote Desktop app for Windows doesn't support Microsoft Entra joined VMs. ([View Highlight] (https://read.readwise.io/read/01hvqamm4j2gfjps18m1htpjmy))

. To deploy a Microsoft Entra joined VM, open the Virtual Machines tab, then select whether to join the VM to Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID ([View Highlight] (https://read.readwise.io/read/01hvqdexghf1fk96rp4qcyaedz))