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Microsoft Azure announces retirement of multiple VM series by May 31, 2027
Microsoft Azure has announced the planned retirement of three major virtual machine series—HC-series, HBv2-series, and NP-series—effective May 31, 2027. This includes specific VM sizes such as Standard_HC44rs, multiple Standard_HB120rs_v2 variants, and Standard_NP10s, NP20s, and NP40s. Azure recommends customers migrate to newer GPU VM options to ensure uninterrupted service and enhanced performance. This move reflects Azure's ongoing efforts to optimize its AI and compute infrastructure offerings.
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- Azure Updates (RSS/Atom)azure.microsoft.com
- Retirement: HBv2-series Azure Virtual Machines will be retired on May 31, 2027Azure Updates (RSS/Atom)
- Retirement: NP-series Azure Virtual Machines will be retired on May 31, 2027Azure Updates (RSS/Atom)