To ensure that VM1 can access Storage1 using the Azure backbone, you need to configure the following:
1. Virtual Network (VNet):
- Create a virtual network (VNet) in Azure if one does not already exist.
- Ensure that both VM1 and Storage1 are deployed in the same VNet or in peered VNets.
2. Subnets:
- Create subnets within the VNet for both VM1 and Storage1.
- Ensure that VM1 and Storage1 are placed in separate subnets within the same VNet.
3. Network Security Group (NSG):
- Create NSGs and associate them with the subnets of VM1 and Storage1.
- Configure inbound and outbound rules in the NSGs to allow necessary traffic between VM1 and Storage1.
- Make sure the NSG rules allow traffic over the required ports and protocols for the desired connectivity.
4. Virtual Network Service Endpoints:
- Enable Virtual Network Service Endpoints for the Storage service on the subnet of VM1.
- This ensures that traffic between VM1 and Storage1 remains within the Azure backbone, improving performance and security.
5. Private Link (Optional):
- If you require a more secure and private connection between VM1 and Storage1, you can configure Private Link.
- Private Link enables connectivity over a private network connection, bypassing the public internet.
By configuring these elements correctly, you can ensure that VM1 can access Storage1 using the Azure backbone, while maintaining network security and optimizing performance.