SFTP setup for azure storage account

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SFTP setup for azure storage account

Vineyard, Mr. Scotty 1

I am trying to setup the SFTP four our storage account but when I get to the point where I select the container, my container is not in the list due to the listbox only showing the first 1000 containers. The list does not appear to be searchable so how can I select my container for my SFTP setup. Thanks

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Answer 1

If you are unable to see your container in the list due to the limitation of displaying only the first 1000 containers, you may consider the following options:

Use Azure CLI or PowerShell: Instead of using the Azure portal, you can use Azure CLI or PowerShell commands to set up SFTP and specify your container directly. This way, you can bypass the UI limitations. For example:
- In Azure CLI, you can use the command:
```
     az storage container list --account-name <your-storage-account>
```
- In PowerShell, you can use:
```
     Get-AzStorageContainer -Context $context
```
Check for Pagination: If you are using the Azure portal, check if there is a pagination option available to navigate through more containers beyond the first 1000.
Container Naming: Ensure that your containers are named in a way that makes them easier to find. If possible, rename containers to be more descriptive or unique.
Azure Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a solution, consider reaching out to Azure support for assistance with your specific account setup.

These methods should help you select your desired container for the SFTP setup without being limited by the UI constraints.

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Answer 2

Hello @ Vineyard, Mr. Scotty,

Thanks for reaching out to Microsoft Q&A

It looks like you're running into a tricky situation with your SFTP setup on Azure Storage. Since you're unable to see your container in the selection list due to the limitation of 1000 containers, here's a suggestion on how to proceed:

Use the Azure CLI or PowerShell: Instead of relying on the GUI, consider using Azure CLI or PowerShell to specify your container directly when configuring SFTP. This way, you can bypass the limitation of the listbox. You can find guidance on enabling SFTP using CLI commands here.

Check if Container Exists: Double-check that your container is indeed created and exists in the storage account. You can do this using Azure CLI with commands like az storage container list.

Consider Partitioning: If you have a large number of containers, think about organizing them in a way that makes it easier to manage and access. This can sometimes help in navigating UI limitations.

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