Learn about SLYD compute instances, how they work, and how to manage them effectively.
SLYD compute instances are virtual machines powered by LXD container technology. They provide isolated environments for running applications, with configurable resources (CPU, RAM, storage) and full operating system access. Instances can be created on demand, scaled up or down as needed, and managed through the SLYD platform or API.
SLYD offers a variety of instance types to match your specific workload requirements:
Balanced compute resources for general-purpose workloads.
High-performance CPU configurations for compute-intensive applications.
High memory-to-CPU ratio for memory-intensive workloads.
Instances equipped with powerful GPUs for accelerated computing.
Understanding the lifecycle of a compute instance helps you manage resources effectively.
Configure and provision a new instance
Power on and run the instance
Shut down the instance temporarily
Delete the instance permanently
Instances can exist in several different states throughout their lifecycle:
Instance is being provisioned. You cannot connect to it yet.
Instance is fully operational and accessible.
Instance is powering on. Wait a moment before connecting.
Instance is shutting down. You cannot connect during this state.
Instance is powered off but still exists. You are not charged for compute resources (only storage).
Instance is being permanently deleted. This action cannot be undone.
Instance encountered an error. Check the instance details for more information.
Follow these steps to create a new compute instance:
Go to the SLYD dashboard and select "Compute Marketplace" from the navigation menu.
Select the appropriate instance type based on your workload requirements.
Specify instance details including name, region, operating system, and resource allocation.
Choose pre-configured applications to install on your instance.
Specify how long you want to rent the instance (hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly).
Review your configuration and click "Launch Instance" to begin provisioning.
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SLYD provides multiple ways to connect to your compute instance:
Access your instance directly from your browser without any additional software.
Connect using standard SSH tools for a native terminal experience.
ssh [email protected] -p 22The SSH credentials are provided in the instance details page.
Access web applications running on your instance through secure endpoints.
You can perform various management tasks on your instances:
Power on a stopped instance to resume operations.
Shut down an instance to pause operations and reduce costs.
Reboot an instance while maintaining its configuration.
Permanently delete an instance and all its data.
SLYD provides comprehensive monitoring capabilities for your instances:
Monitor CPU, memory, disk, and network usage in real-time.
Configure alerts for various metrics and events.
Alerts for high CPU, memory, or disk usage
Alerts when instances stop or encounter errors
Alerts when approaching usage thresholds
Follow these recommendations to get the most out of your SLYD compute instances:
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