Cloud - Virtual Server Templates

In this article you will learn:

• What virtual server templates are used for in the Cloud
• How to create a template
• How to manage templates
• How to create a new server from a template
• Frequently Asked Questions

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Virtual server templates

Templates are used to quickly create several VPS with identical configuration and content. With them, you can configure one server and create new servers based on its current state at the time of template creation.

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Creating a template

Use the following steps to create a virtual server template:

1. Log in to the ON SunStone administration ⧉.
2. In the left menu, select Instance Virt. machines.
3. From the list, select the server from which you want to create the template.
4. Shut down the server(poweroff).
5. Click the save button ().
6. Fill in the Template Name and click Save Template.

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Template management

If you need to edit the template, follow these steps:

1. Log in to the ON SunStone administration ⧉.
2. In the left menu, select Templates Virt. machines.
3. Select the template you want to edit from the list.
4. Click the blue Edit button in the template header.
5. Enter the necessary modifications and confirm with the green Edit button.

Deleting is similar, but in step 4 you select the red button with the trash can icon .

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Creating a new server from a template

Create a new server from the template by following these steps:

1. Log in to the ON SunStone administration ⧉.
2. In the left menu, select Instance Virt. machines.
3. Click the green + button.
4. Select the template and click the green Create button.

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Frequently Asked Questions