Compute Instances

Learn about SLYD compute instances, how they work, and how to manage them effectively.

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What are Compute Instances?
SLYD compute instances are virtual machines powered by LXD container technology. They provide isolated environments for running applications, with configurable resources (CPU, RAM, storage) and full operating system access. Instances can be created on demand, scaled up or down as needed, and managed through the SLYD platform or API.
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Finding the Right Compute Instance

Browse, filter, and compare available compute resources

Our platform offers several ways to find the perfect compute instance for your needs:

Dashboard Marketplace
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Browse by Instance Type

Explore different categories of compute instances optimized for various workloads.

AI & Deep Learning High-performance GPU instances
Gaming & Graphics RTX-optimized rendering
CPU Compute High-core count processing
Specialized Workloads Custom configurations
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Filter & Search

Use advanced filters to narrow down instance options.

Hardware Specs CPU cores, RAM size, GPU model
Pricing Hourly rates and total cost
Availability Real-time capacity status
Region Geographic location
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Compare Side-by-Side

Select multiple compute instances to compare their specifications, performance capabilities, and hourly rates in a detailed comparison view.

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Get AI-Powered RecommendationsBeta

Describe your project requirements to Benson AI and receive personalized compute instance recommendations tailored to your specific use case, budget, and performance needs.

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Instance Lifecycle

Understand states and manage instance transitions

Understanding the lifecycle of a compute instance helps you manage resources effectively.

Create

Configure and provision

Start

Power on and run

Stop

Shut down temporarily

Terminate

Delete permanently

Instance States

Instances can exist in several different states throughout their lifecycle:

Creating

Instance is being provisioned. You cannot connect yet.

Running

Instance is fully operational and accessible.

Starting

Instance is powering on. Wait before connecting.

Stopping

Instance is shutting down.

Stopped

Powered off but exists. Only storage charges apply.

Restarting

Instance is rebooting.

Deleted

Permanently deleted. All data removed.

Error

Encountered an error. Check details.

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Creating an Instance

Configure and deploy your compute resources

Follow these steps to create a new compute instance:

Marketplace Select Server Deploy
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Select and Deploy Instance

Choose a compute resource from the marketplace and click "Deploy" to start configuration.

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Configure Instance Details

Provide identifying information for your instance.

Instance Name A descriptive name to identify your instance
Description Optional notes about the instance purpose
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Set Up SSH Key

Configure SSH keys for secure access. If you haven't added an SSH key yet, you'll be prompted to generate or upload one.

SSH Key Required
SSH keys are required for secure access to your instance. You can generate a new key pair or upload an existing public key.
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Select Resource AllocationComing Q2 2026

Choose CPU cores and memory based on your workload requirements.

CPU Cores Processing power allocation
Memory (RAM) Available system memory
Storage Disk space allocation
GPUs Graphics processing units
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Review and Deploy

Verify the cost breakdown and click "Deploy Instance" to start provisioning. Provisioning typically completes in under a minute.

Benson AI Recommendations
Not sure which configuration is right? Benson AI provides personalized recommendations based on your project requirements.
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Connecting to Your Instance

Access your running instance via SSH

Once your instance reaches "Running" status, you can connect via SSH:

Active Instances Instance Details SSH Connect
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Verify Instance Status

Check that your instance shows "Running" status with a green indicator.

Running

Ready for connections

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Get Connection Details

Navigate to the Actions panel at the bottom right of your instance page and click the SSH button to reveal your connection command.

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Connect via Terminal

Open your terminal and run the SSH command provided.

SSH Command
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key ubuntu@instance.slydtunnels.com

Replace your-key with your actual SSH private key filename.

Windows
macOS
Linux
PowerShell
ssh -i $env:USERPROFILE\.ssh\your-key ubuntu@instance.slydtunnels.com
Terminal
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key ubuntu@instance.slydtunnels.com
Terminal
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key ubuntu@instance.slydtunnels.com
Need More Details?
For comprehensive SSH setup instructions including key generation and configuration, see the Authentication Guide.
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Managing Instances

Start, stop, restart, and terminate instances

You can perform various management actions on your instances:

Start

Power on a stopped instance to resume operations.

Find instance in "Active Instances" Click the instance menu (⋮) Select "Start"

Stop

Shut down an instance to pause operations and reduce costs.

Find instance in "Active Instances" Click the instance menu (⋮) Select "Stop"

Restart

Reboot an instance while maintaining its configuration.

Find instance in "Active Instances" Click the instance menu (⋮) Select "Restart"

Terminate

Permanently delete an instance and all its data.

Find instance in "Active Instances" Click the instance menu (⋮) Select "Terminate" Confirm termination
Termination is irreversible. All data will be lost.
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Monitoring Instances

Track performance and configure alerts Coming Q1 2026

SLYD provides comprehensive monitoring capabilities for your instances:

Resource Utilization

Monitor CPU, memory, disk, and network usage in real-time.

CPU Utilization
65%
Memory Usage
80%
Disk I/O
32%
Network Traffic
48%

Alerts & Notifications

Configure alerts for various metrics and events.

Resource Utilization High CPU, memory, or disk usage
Instance State Changes Stop or error notifications
Billing Thresholds Approaching usage limits
Dashboard
Billing & Usage