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erik365.blog @[email protected] · 2026-05-07 · 05:02 UTC

Migrating Azure Storage Accounts for AudioCodes SBC Deployment from GPv1 to GPv2

Microsoft has announced the retirement of legacy general-purpose v1 (GPv1) storage accounts, requiring customers to migrate to general-purpose v2 (GPv2) by October 13, 2026.

While this may sound like a simple backend change, some environments still rely on older deployments including virtual machines and network appliances that were originally provisioned years ago.

In my case, I recently revisited an older Azure deployment running an AudioCodes Mediant VE Session Border Controller (SBC) for Microsoft Teams Direct Routing. The SBC was still backed by a legacy GPv1 storage account, making it a perfect candidate to walk through the migration process.

Table of Contents

Initial Situation

The environment was fairly typical for earlier Azure-based SBC deployments:

Virtual Machine: AudioCodes Mediant VE SBC
Purpose: Microsoft Teams Direct Routing
Deployment age: Several years old
Storage Account Type: GPv1 (legacy)
VM Disk Type: Managed Disks

At the time of deployment, GPv1 was standard and widely used. However, with Microsoft now retiring GPv1 storage accounts, action is required to avoid future disruptions.

Important Clarification: Does This Affect the SBC?

Before performing the migration, one key question arises:

Will changing the storage account impact the running SBC or the VM itself?

Short answer: No (in most cases)

Here’s why:

Azure VMs use Managed Disks, which are independent of the storage account type
The storage account is typically only used for:
- Boot diagnostics
- Logging
- Optional file storage

So, this means:

The SBC runtime is not directly affected
There is no need to redeploy the VM
The migration is generally low-risk

Why You Should Migrate?

Microsoft clearly states that:

GPv1 accounts will be retired on October 13, 2026
Existing accounts will be automatically migrated if no action is taken
GPv2 provides:
- Access to new Azure Storage features
- Improved performance
- Support for zonal redundancy (ZRS)

From a consulting perspective: In my opinion, it’s better to migrate proactively rather than rely on automatic changes.

Performing the Upgrade (GPv1 to GPv2)

The migration itself is straightforward and easy.

Step 1: Open the Storage Account

Navigate to:

Azure Portal
Storage Accounts
Your GPv1 Account

Step 2: Upgrade Configuration

In the Configuration section, you’ll find the option to upgrade the account type.

Change from: General-purpose v1 to General-purpose v2

Step 3: Confirm the Upgrade

Review the changes
Confirm the upgrade

Step 4: Validate the Result

After a few moments:

Storage account type shows GPv2
No interruption to the VM or SBC as far as I could see

Observations from my migration

From my test with the AudioCodes SBC:

✅ No downtime observed: The SBC continued running without any interruption.
✅ No impact on voice services: Active calls and signaling were unaffected.
✅ No reconfiguration required: All existing settings (diagnostics, logging) remained intact.

Things to Watch Out For

Even though the migration is simple, there are a few considerations:

⚠️ Pricing changes
- GPv2 uses a different pricing model (e.g., access tiers)
- Costs may slightly increase depending on usage
⚠️ Access Tier settings
- New options like Hot / Cool / Archive
- Review defaults after migration
⚠️ Legacy integrations
- Rare, but older scripts or tools may assume GPv1 behavior

Conclusion,opinion and summary

Migrating from GPv1 to GPv2 is:

✅ Simple
✅ Low risk
✅ Required by Microsoft

For workloads like an AudioCodes Mediant VE SBC on Azure, the impact is minimal because the VM itself is not directly tied to the storage account.

The key takeaway:

Even in legacy deployments, this migration can typically be done without downtime or service impact.

If you are managing older Azure environments especially in Teams Direct Routing scenarios it’s worth reviewing:

Storage account types
Public IP SKUs
Load balancer configurations

Many of these legacy components are now being phased out, and proactive upgrades help avoid last-minute pressure.

Resources

#Azure #Calling #DirectRouting #MicrosoftTeams #SBC #Telephony

#azure #calling #directrouting #microsoftteams #sbc #telephony

erik @erik365online · 2026-02-23 · 19:19 UTC

[BLOG] Microsoft Teams Direct Routing receives AMR‑WB codec support March 2026 #MicrosoftTeams #Calling #Telephony #TeamsDirectRouting #Codec #SBC #Roadmap

http://erik365.blog/2026/02/23/microsoft-teams-direct-routing-receives-amr-wb-codec-support/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

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erik @[email protected] · 2025-03-27 · 07:55 UTC

[BLOG] Microsoft 365 Copilot reasoning agents: Researcher & Analyst #Microsoft365Copilot #Microsoft365 #AI #AiAgents #AiReasoning

http://erik365.blog/2025/03/27/microsoft-365-copilot-reasoning-agents-researcher-analyst/

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📷 @[email protected] · 2022-12-17 · 14:41 UTC

I set up a second account @[email protected], where I boost fine art images. No commentary or personal stuff. Just art I like, typically from famous artists past and present.

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fediverseobserver @[email protected] · 2023-07-08 · 15:58 UTC

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fediverseobserver @[email protected] · 2023-07-09 · 01:58 UTC

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erik365.blog @[email protected] · 2026-05-02 · 19:07 UTC

Microsoft Teams Call Transfer Update

Microsoft Teams plans to roll out an updated call transfer experience for desktop users on Windows and macOS. The update focuses on speeding up transfers and making it easier for users to reach the right contact. There will be two buttons for each action one and new normal will be “blind transfers” by default instead of “safe transfers”.

Source: Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 561028

What’s changing?

Transfer and Consult transfer become one‑click actions (a button per action)
Suggested transfer targets
New default: blind transfer (safe transfer via the “Ring Back” toggle as needed)

Rollout timeline

Targeted Release: Early June 2026
General Availability: Late June 2026

There is no action required except informing users and updating internal documentations and training material.

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erik365.blog @[email protected] · 2026-05-02 · 18:39 UTC

Microsoft Teams Efficiency Mode

In this post I like to highlight the upcoming introduction of the so called “Efficiency Mode” which is aims to provide a smooth Teams User experience and keeping the experience more fluently on devices with limited hardware capacity.

Source: Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 56055

This should deliver a optimized performance and responsiveness for device with lower hardware specs. Based on the roadmap I’d say that this should use less resources to achieve a more fluent user experience especially for meetings and collaboration. We might see or notice it starting in May 2026.

Source: Microsoft Message Center ID MC1287373

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erik365.blog @[email protected] · 2025-11-20 · 18:53 UTC

Remote Contact Management for Microsoft Teams Common Area Phones

In this post I like to highlight how you can manage contacts on certified Microsoft Teams Phones which are used as common area phones. Managing contacts centrally and natively across Teams Phones has always been a challenge for Teams Phone administrators, especially when dealing with common area phones in larger organizations. Microsoft has introduced a remote contact management feature in the Teams admin center, making it easier to centrally add or remove contacts for Teams-certified phones.

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What are Common Area Phones?

Common area phones are often placed in shared spaces such as lobbies, meeting rooms, or factory floors. These devices are used by multiple people, and having a consistent set of emergency or frequently used contacts available directly on the phone can save time and improve accessibility. Instead of relying on manual updates, admins can now push contacts remotely.

What is required to manage contacts for Teams Common Area Phones?

Before diving into the setup, make sure:

Your Teams Phone is updated to version 1449/1.0.94.2025062601 or later.
The device runs on the required Android build.
You have the necessary mailbox permissions for Teams Device accounts. Without these, you’ll encounter errors when trying to manage contacts.

How to add contacts to Teams Common Area Phones?

To add contact you need to carry out the following steps:

Prepare a CSV file with the contacts you’d like to add.
Sign in to the Teams admin center (TAC)
Navigate to Teams devices \ Phones \ Common area phones.
Select the devices you want to manage and click Manage Contacts.
Use the search box to add contacts, or import them via a CSV file
Save your changes – contacts will sync to the Company contacts folder within 24 hours.

How to delete contacts of Teams Common Area Phones?

To delete contact/s you need to carry out the following steps:

Select the device in the Teams admin center (TAC)
Open Manage Contacts.
Remove the relevant contacts and confirm deletion.
Changes will also take up to 24 hours to reflect.

What Permissions are required?

Managing contacts requires mailbox permissions.

How to set the required Permissions by using PowerShell?

Microsoft provides a Mailbox Permission Script Execution Guide to help admins grant Full Access permissions in bulk using PowerShell 5.1+. The script supports Modern Authentication (MFA) and logs all actions, making it easier to troubleshoot and maintain compliance.

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Are there any known limitations?

Contact deletion can only be performed one device at a time.
The activity log is available only for Phones and tracks Manage Contacts operations.
A current issue exists: when organizational contacts include both email and phone numbers, calls may route to the phone number instead of the Teams client. Microsoft is investigating this.

Conclusion, opinion and summary

This new capability is a welcome improvement for organizations managing multiple Teams Phones. By centralizing contact management, Teams Phone Admins can ensure consistency, reduce manual effort, and improve accessibility for end users. Plus using native tooling. While there are current limitations, the feature represents a step forward in simplifying Teams Phone Device administration by using native tools.

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