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Migrate Appliance
This page contains Windows bias
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This page is part of the Azure documentation. It contains code examples and configuration instructions for working with Azure services.
Bias Analysis
Detected Bias Types
windows_first
powershell_heavy
windows_tools
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation for the Azure Migrate appliance exhibits a strong Windows bias. All deployment methods, configuration, and management instructions are centered around Windows Server (2019, 2022, 2025) and PowerShell scripts. There are no examples or instructions for deploying or managing the appliance on Linux hosts, nor are Linux-native tools or patterns mentioned. Even in scenarios where Linux servers are discovered, the appliance itself must run on Windows. Verification and upgrade steps rely on Windows tools (CertUtil, Registry Editor, Control Panel), and all screenshots and walkthroughs are Windows-centric.
Recommendations
- Provide explicit guidance for deploying and managing the appliance on Linux hosts, if supported.
- Include Linux shell command equivalents for file verification (e.g., sha256sum, md5sum) alongside CertUtil and PowerShell examples.
- Document upgrade and configuration steps using Linux-native tools (e.g., systemd for service management, configuration files instead of Windows Registry).
- Clarify OS support for the appliance and, if Windows-only, state this up front and provide rationale.
- If Linux deployment is not supported, suggest alternatives or workarounds for Linux-centric environments.
- Ensure that discovery and management of Linux servers is covered with parity to Windows, including troubleshooting and prerequisites.
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