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# Create instance

1. Choose an operation system for your cloud servers from the list, multiple OS version options are available for users. 

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2. Choose the cloud server location, then select the cloud computing plan & rental period that you want to subscribe.&#x20;

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3. Choose the cloud server location, then select the cloud computing plan & rental period that you want to subscribe.&#x20;

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4. Enable the add-on options if you need any value-added services.&#x20;

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5. Enter a new password for the cloud server, select if you have custom SSH key or cusom startup script. `The password need to be at least 8 characters and combin numbers, letters and symbols.`

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6. Check the order summary to see if the item and order amount is correct, then enter a promo code if applicable, choose and fill in your payment details afterwards.&#x20;

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7. After you have confirmed the payment, you can either check the invoice or go back to the dashboard.&#x20;

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8. The deployment of cloud server is all done at this stage, if you are facing any difficulties while the deployment process, please click the right-bottom orange button and talk to our 24/7 support team.