1. Download Connection File Configuration
Admins can now choose to hide or disable the Download Connection File option for both attendees and admins.
This is a VM-level configuration, applicable during:
Create Lab workflow
My VM Page
Lab Instance view
Since CloudLabs already supports direct RDP over HTTPS, organizations with Direct Web connect disabled can enable this for RDP connection file when not required.
2. Lab Instance View for Global Access Users
Users with global access can now view all VM instances across labs in the tenant.
Enhancements include:
Unified view of VM instances across lab deployments
Advanced filters for easier tracking
Status filters include Succeeded, Failed, Deploying, Deleted, etc.
Provides option to delete VM instances individually
This provides improved visibility and lifecycle control for large-scale lab management.
3. Hot Instance Lifetime Setting
The new Hot Instance Lifetime feature allows admins to define how long Unassigned VM Lab Instances can be set to be active before cleanup.
Configuration details:
Minimum value: 15 minutes
Maximum value: 30 days (43,200 minutes)
Default retention if unset: 24 hours
Applies globally to all labs in the tenant
This helps balance readiness expectations with cost efficiency and saves time for the users.
4. Enhanced VM Status Tracking
We’ve improved accuracy and consistency in VM status display across the portal.
Key improvements:
Resolved inconsistencies between “Creating” and “Starting” states when a deallocated VM transitions to running
Stop actions now reflect real-time Azure-triggered events as it often performs status sync.
These improvements offer clearer insight into actual VM activity.
5. Language and Localization Enhancements
The portal User experience now includes improved multilingual support.
Enhancements made across UI labels and user flow text
Expanded supported languages:
Portuguese
Italian
Users can now select these languages from the user environment page for a more accessible learning experience.