Here's a step-by-step guide on how to create a server (VM) using the WafaTech UI:
Step 1: Access the Create Server Page
1. Navigate to the WafaTech server creation interface.
2. Ensure you are on the correct page to create a cloud server.
Step 2: Choose Server Location
1. Location: Select the desired location for your server. In the screenshot, the location selected is "Jeddah".
Step 3: Select Server Image
1. Image: Choose the operating system or image you want to use for your server. Available options include Ubuntu, CentOS Stream, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, Debian, Fedora, FreeBSD, Windows, and OpenBSD.
2. Version: Select the appropriate version of the chosen operating system.
Step 4: Configure Hardware Specifications
1. Hardware: Choose the hardware configuration that best fits your needs. Options include different combinations of CPU, RAM, and storage. For example:
- `wtk.s1`: 1 CPU, 1 GB RAM, 20 GB Storage, 57.60 SAR/month
- `wtk.s2`: 1 CPU, 2 GB RAM, 40 GB Storage, 84.96 SAR/month
- `wtk.s3`: 1 CPU, 4 GB RAM, 60 GB Storage, 130.32 SAR/month
- `wtk.s4`: 1 CPU, 8 GB RAM, 80 GB Storage, 211.68 SAR/month
- `wtk.s7`: 2 CPU, 8 GB RAM, 120 GB Storage, 260.64 SAR/month
- `wtk.s6`: 2 CPU, 4 GB RAM, 80 GB Storage, 169.92 SAR/month
Step 5: Select Volumes (Optional)
1. Volumes: If needed, you can create or select additional storage volumes.
Step 6: Networking Configuration
1. Networking: Choose between a public network or a private network.
- Public Network: Select a network from the dropdown menu if applicable.
Step 7: SSH Key Setup
1. SSH Key: To ensure secure access to your server, add an SSH key.
- Add SSH Public Key: Click on this button to add your existing SSH key.
- Generate SSH Key: Click on this button to generate a new SSH key if you do not have one.
Step 8: Cloud Config (Optional)
1. Cloud Init Configuration: You can input cloud-init configuration settings, such as setting a password.
Step 9: Security Groups
1. Security Groups: Add security groups to define the firewall rules for your server. Click on "Add Security Group" to create or select one.
Step 10: Server Name
1. Name: Provide a name for your server for easy identification.
Step 11: Create the Server
1. Review all the selected configurations and options.
2. Click on the “Create Server” button to finalize the creation of your VM.
3. The cost for the selected configuration will be displayed at the bottom (e.g., 57.60 SAR/month).
By following these steps, you can successfully create a server (VM) using the WafaTech UI. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please let me know!
