Instance Management
Here is what we offer to manage:
The Manage section in the dashboard is your central hub for managing various aspects of your virtual machine instance. This includes options for adjusting configurations, monitoring performance, and performing administrative tasks.
Mac Reset
Password Reset
Network
Machine Status
Uptime
PowerState
Memory
CPU
Graph History
Alert notification
Delete Instance
Mac Reset
The Mac Reset button allows you to reset the MAC (Media Access Control) address of your instance's network interface. This can be useful if you need to resolve network issues or change the MAC address for any specific configuration requirements.
Once you are on dashboard, please navigate to the Instances tab to proceed
It take changes immediately.
Password Reset
The Password Reset button lets you reset the password for your instance. This is essential for maintaining security and ensuring that only authorized users have access to your server. To reset the password, you’ll be prompted to enter the new password details in the control panel.
Once you are on dashboard, please navigate to the Instances tab to proceed
Steps
Find button to password reset.
Username & Password: You need to provide these details.
Username: Provide the username for which you want to change the password. We offer default usernames: for Windows, it's [Administrator], and for Linux/CentOS, it's [joy].
Password: Enter a strong password in the correct format. Use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters. Include numbers and special characters.
Limitation - Password should not be longer than 15 characters, as it might not be accepted by the guest agent within your instance.
Network
The Network section provides detailed metrics on your instance’s network activity
Download and Upload Statistics
Displays the amount of data downloaded and uploaded, e.g., 12.55 GB downloaded and 332.27 MB uploaded.
Network Control: You can turn-off and turn-on network on your instance.
Bandwidth Management: Helps in managing and optimizing your bandwidth usage.
Performance Monitoring: Regularly checking these statistics can help in diagnosing network performance issues and planning for future needs.
Machine Status
The Machine Status indicator provides real-time information on the operational state of your virtual machine
Machine State
Running: Indicates that the instance is currently active and operational.
Stop: Indicates that the instance is currently stopped.
Pause: Indicates that the instance is currently paused.
Uptime
The Uptime section tracks how long your virtual machine has been continuously running.
Described
Reliability Indicator: Long uptime can indicate a stable and reliable instance, whereas frequent reboots may suggest potential issues.
Example: "4 Days, 21 Hours, 44 Minutes, and 45 Seconds" indicates that the server has been running without interruption for this period.
PowerState
The Machine Power State is an operation you need to perfom
Power State
Start: To start a powered-off machine.
Stop: Instantly stops a running machine. (Make sure no programs are running).
Restart: Performs a power reset on your machine. This action is performed instantly.
Pause: KVM offers to pause a machine (similar to putting a computer to sleep).
Resume: Helps resume a paused machine.
All these functions are applied instantly to your instances.
If you want to perform a soft reboot or soft shutdown, you can do so via your operating system.
Memory
The Memory graph provides a visual representation of your instance's RAM usage over time:
Troubleshooting
High memory usage over time may indicate the need to upgrade your instance’s memory or optimize applications.
Resource Management
Aids in ensuring that your instance has adequate memory for its tasks, preventing performance issues due to memory constraints.
CPU
The CPU graph displays the CPU usage of your instance over time:
Identifying Bottlenecks
Continuous high CPU usage might indicate the need for additional CPU resources or optimization of running applications.
Optimization
Useful for optimizing CPU resource allocation, ensuring that your instance has sufficient processing power for its operations.
Graph History
Graph History provides a detailed overview of your instance's performance metrics over time. This feature allows you to
Monitor Trends: Track usage patterns of CPU, memory, and network resources. This helps in identifying any anomalies or performance issues.
Analyze Performance: Get insights into the performance of your instance. Understand how resources are being utilized and plan for scaling if necessary.
Historical Data: View historical data to see how your instance has performed over a specific period. This is crucial for long-term performance analysis and optimization.
Alert Notification
Alert Notification helps you stay informed about the status of your instance by providing real-time alerts for various events. This feature includes:
Real-Time Alerts: Receive notifications as soon as specific events occur, such as high CPU usage, memory leaks, or network issues.
Customizable Thresholds: Set custom thresholds for different metrics. Alerts are triggered when these thresholds are breached, allowing you to take immediate action.
Notification Channels: Alerts can be sent through multiple channels, such as email, SMS, or push notifications, ensuring you never miss a critical update.
Delete
The Delete button is used for permanent removal of your virtual machine instance:
Permanent Action: Deleting an instance is irreversible and will permanently remove all associated data.
Data Backup: Ensure you back up any important data before deletion. This step is critical as deletion will erase all stored information on the server.
Recreate:
You can still create new instance on same space you paid for.
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