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Modify the AWS instance type or CPU/memory configuration

NOTE: If you want to increase available disk space by adding a new EBS volume to your instance, refer to this guide instead.

The procedure consists of creating a new server using the same disk as the server to be modified, and then deleting the old one following the steps below.

  • Browse to the AWS Cloud Console. Log in if needed.

  • If required, use the region selector in the top right corner to switch to the region where your instance was launched.

  • In the left navigation bar, select the “Instances -> Instances” menu item.

  • Select your instance in the dashboard.

  • From the “Actions” drop-down menu, select the “Instance State -> Stop” menu item.

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  • Once the instance has stopped, select the “Instance Settings -> Change Instance type” menu item.

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  • In the resulting dialog, select the new server size and click “Apply”.

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  • From the “Actions” drop-down menu, select the “Instance State -> Start” menu item.

The server should restart using the new type.

Last modification July 26, 2023