# Adding an Instance for Microsoft Azure for MySQL Database

To manage a database, you can either use an existing instance or add a new instance.

## Before You Begin

Configure the permissions to access the Azure resources. Download the AzureDBBackupRole.json file and use it to apply the permissions.

## Navigate to Database

1. From the Command Center navigation pane, go to Protect > Databases.

2. On the Overview page, from the Add instance list, select Cloud database service.

3. On the Add Cloud DB instance page, select Microsoft Azure, and then click Next.

4. On the Configure Azure Database page, select MySQL, and then click Next.

   The Configure Microsoft Azure Subscription page appears.

## Configure Microsoft Azure Subscription

For further configuration, see Configure Microsoft Azure Subscription.

## Results

When you add an instance, a default database group is automatically created. The default database group includes the user created databases. You can not delete the default database group.

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