Services to which the procedure applies
The procedure described in this guide applies to:
- OpenStack Cloud Server;
- VMware Cloud Server.
How to shut down the Cloud Server
- Go to the Cloud Server details page;
- in the SERVER STATUS area, check that the status is ON;
- go to SWITCH OFF SERVER;
- in the Choose the shutdown method window, select one of the following options:
- Cloud Server shutdown from the operating system
The Cloud Server is switched off using the operating system's functionality. The time this takes depends on the operating system and the procedure, tasks and software active on the Cloud Server. This is the best way to switch off the Cloud Server.
Go to STOP;
- Forced switch-off of the Cloud Server
The Cloud Server is forced to shut down. This has an immediate effect and does not allow the operating system to complete the proper shutdown procedure. Use this method only if the Cloud Server cannot be switched off using any other method.
Go to FORCE SWITCH OFF.
How to reset the Cloud Server
- Go to the Cloud Server details page;
- in the SERVER STATUS area, check that the status is ON;
- go to RESET;
- in the Server reset window, go to RESET.
Resetting the Cloud Server performs a forced shutdown followed by a restart. The operation takes effect immediately and does not allow the operating system to complete the proper shutdown procedure. Use it only if the Cloud Server cannot be switched off using any other method.
How to start the Cloud Server
- Go to the Cloud Server details page;
- in the SERVER STATUS area, check that the status is OFF;
- go to SWITCH ON SERVER.