Getting Started Guide
Master the Cloud Console
Learn how to navigate the RWS Cloud Console with this comprehensive step-by-step guide. From launching your first instance to managing billing and team members, we'll show you everything you need to get up and running quickly.
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Overview
The Redundant Web Services Cloud Console is a powerful web application that provides comprehensive management of your cloud resources. When you first sign in, you'll see the Console Home page—your central hub for accessing all RWS services and managing your infrastructure.
The console offers intuitive tools for cloud computing, account management, billing oversight, and resource deployment, all designed to streamline your workflow and maximize productivity.
What You'll Learn
Console Navigation
Master the different sections of the console dashboard
Instance Management
Learn to launch, monitor, and manage cloud instances
Account & Billing
Access account information and manage billing details
Guide Info
Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have an active Redundant Web Services account. Create an account if you don't have one yet.
Step-by-Step Console Walkthrough
Follow along as we guide you through each section of the RWS Cloud Console
Console Home Dashboard
After signing up and logging in, you'll land on the Console Home—your command center for all RWS services. The dashboard features a clean navigation bar on the left and dynamic content in the main area.
The left navigation bar provides quick access to:
- Instances - View all running resources
- Launch Instances - Deploy new VMs
- Instance Settings - Configure resources
- Account Information - Manage your account
View Your Instances
The Instances page provides a comprehensive overview of all your cloud resources at a glance. Monitor critical information including:
Instance Details
Click any instance to access detailed information including instance ID, type, zone, host & placement groups, security settings, networking configuration, storage volumes, status checks, and real-time monitoring data.
Launch Your First Instance
Deploy a virtual machine in the RWS Cloud with our streamlined launch wizard:
Name Your Instance
Choose a descriptive name for easy identification
Select Server & Architecture
Pick your operating system and CPU architecture
Choose Instance Type
Configure vCPUs, memory, and instance family
Configure Security & Networking
Set up firewall rules and network settings
Launch Instance
Click "Create Instance" to deploy
Manage Your Account
Access comprehensive account management tools through the account menu:
Dashboard Features
The home dashboard provides dynamic widgets and guided setup:
Setup Billing
Add payment method to get startedCreate First Instance
Launch your first cloud resourceUse Case Guides
Step-by-step tutorials for common scenarios
Congratulations!
You've successfully completed the Getting Started with RWS Cloud Console guide.
Console Navigation
Mastered dashboard navigation and key sections
Instance Management
Learned to launch and monitor cloud resources
Account Control
Discovered billing, settings, and team management
Next Steps: Explore our Console Features or check out Billing Details to continue learning.