Cloud instances (VPS) can be created from the Cloud Control Panel. You can access the control panel through the Client Area or directly at https://cloud.ramnode.com (check your cloud information email for login details).

To Launch an Instance

  1. Access the Cloud Control Panel. (Sign up here if you don't already have a cloud account).

  2. Click the Instances tab on the left sidebar:



  3. Click the orange + button at the bottom right.



  4. Enter your instance name and select a region to view available plans.



  5. Select the category and size (also called Flavor) for your instance.



  6. Click "CHANGE" to select an boot source / operating system.


    For differences between ISO and Cloud boot sources, see this article.

  7. Network Selection will be displayed if you created a private network. If not, the option will be hidden and a public IP will be assigned by default. Select SSH key(s) and/or enter a root password as desired.


    (Advanced users may also want to utilize Cloud-init user data)

  8. Click CREATE INSTANCE to launch a new VPS!
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