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This guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating and testing a CE instance on the Azure cloud platform. The process includes setting up the virtual machine, configuring network security and verifying the instance on the hiCLOUDS platform.

Creating CE Instance​

  • Open your web browser and visit the Azure Cloud website.

  • Log in using your credentials.

  • On the Azure Home page, click on the Images section.

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  • Locate the Azure Images for CE creation and click on the relevant image.

  • Click on the "Create VM" button.

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  • Fill in the required details for the virtual machine as outlined below:

    • Virtual Machine Name: Enter the desired name for the virtual machine. (i.e: test-ce2)

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    • Authentication Type: Select Password as the authentication type.

      • Username: Enter the username. (i.e: hiclouds)
      • Password: Provide a secure password.
      • Confirm Password: Re-enter the same password to confirm.

    • Select Inbound Port Rules: Navigate to the inbound port section and select the required ports (i.e: HTTP(80), HTTPS(443), SSH(22))

    • Choose the appropriate license type. (i.e: Other)

    • Click on the Next: Disks button to proceed.

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  • Click on Next: Networking to configure the network settings.

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    • NIC Network Security Group: Select Advanced.

    • Configure Network Security Group: Provide the name for the Network Security Group (NSG). (i.e: test-ce1-nsg)

    • Click on the Next: Management button.

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  • Review the details and then click on the Review + Create button.

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  • Click on the Create button to deploy the virtual machine.

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  • The deployment process will begin, and its progress can be monitored on the screen.

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  • Once the deployment is complete, navigate back to the Home page.

  • Click on Virtual Machines to view the newly created CE instance.

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Verify the CE Instance​

  • Use the public IP address to establish an SSH connection to the instance. Once connected, check the MAC address of the network interface.

  • Once the CE is successfully created, proceed to the hiCLOUDS platform to verify its configuration.

  • Go to Login > CE Devices > ALL.

  • Make sure that the newly created CE instance appears in the list of devices.

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FAQs​

Q:1 Why couldn't I SSH into the CE after creating the instance?

Ans: Check the configuration of the Security Groups. Ensure that the Inbound Rules allow your IP address to access the instance on port 25321(used for SSH).

Q:2 Can I modify the configuration of the CE instance after deployment?

Ans: Yes, you can modify the configuration of the CE instance, such as updating inbound port rules, resizing the VM, or changing NSG settings, directly from the Azure portal.