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Optimal VM setup for Enterprise Gateway?
Hi All, I'm looking to set up some virtual machines to host data gateways for refreshing my data. Is there an optimal set up that keeps costs down with consistent performance? I plan on refreshin...
ctaulbee -
It can be difficult to accurately estimate the right size. We recommend that you start with a machine with at least 8 CPU cores, 8 GB of RAM, and multiple Gigabit network adapters. You can then measure a typical gateway workload by logging CPU and memory system counters. For more information, see Monitor and optimize on-premises data gateway performance.
From - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-bi/guidance/gateway-onprem-sizing
You could try starting with a D2 v3 which is about $150/month. Might be OK. Worst case, go with a D8 v3 for $600/month. If you only run it during business hours (8 hours a day) those costs are 1/3rd or less (no weekends)