Azure SDK 2.5.1 for vs2013 update notification always exists

Question

I installed Azure SDK 2.5.1 from the pack downloaded from Microsoft\'s website, and the installation completed. However, in VS2013 in the \"Extensions and Updates\" dialog, it s

Answer 1

You're not the only one having this problem (I am, too). I found a thread on the MSDN forums ("Azure SDK 2.5.1 install issues"), but so far (as of ~ 1 PM on 4/4) I haven't found anyone with a posted solution yet.

Answer 2

Here is one way that worked for me.

1. After the platform installer fails, click on the "Click here to see additional software to be installed and review the associated Microsoft license terms."

2. In the new window, click "Direct Download Link" for each component listed. Each click will download an installer. Run it, then click the next "Direct Download Link". Install. Repeat until all items are installed.

3. Start VS 2013 and everything will be there. You will have Quick Starts and the "Azure API App (Preview)" that is referenced in this great little tutorial.

http://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/documentation/articles/app-service-dotnet-create-api-app/