Troubleshooting VM startup | Scribe

    Troubleshooting VM startup

    • Hafeez Baig |
    • 10 steps |
    • 45 seconds
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    Sign in into the **Google Cloud Console**
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    On the top right side click on the **Notifications** icon
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    **What is Notification section?**\ \ The **Notifications section** in GCP provides real-time alerts on resource status, billing, security issues, and service updates. It helps users stay informed about important events and actions related to their cloud environment.
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    **Notifications** wizard will open, here you can view all the updates
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    Type "**All Quotas**" in the search bar and click on the **All Quotas** option
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    **What are All Quotas?**\ \ **All Quotas** in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) are limits set on the use of various resources, such as API requests, storage, and compute resources. These quotas help manage resource usage, prevent unexpected costs, and ensure fair access to GCP services. They can be viewed and managed in the Quotas page of the GCP console, allowing users to monitor usage and request increases if needed.
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    **Quotas & System Limits** wizard will open, click on the **QUOTAS & SYSTEM LIMITS** tab
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    **What are QUOTAS & SYSTEM LIMITS?**\ \ **Quotas** and **System Limits** in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) are mechanisms to manage resource usage and maintain service availability: - **Quotas**: These are configurable limits that restrict how much of a specific GCP resource (like API calls, storage, or compute instances) you can use. They help prevent overconsumption of resources and allow for monitoring and management. You can request increases for some quotas if needed. - **System Limits**: These are fixed constraints imposed by GCP on specific resources or services (like maximum file sizes or network throughput). Unlike quotas, system limits are not adjustable. Together, they ensure efficient resource allocation and platform stability.
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    Scroll to the **Service** section, here you can view all the Services Quotas and its limits
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    Click on the **Compute Engine API** link
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    **What is Compute Engine API?**\ \ The **Compute Engine API** is a RESTful interface provided by Google Cloud Platform (GCP) that allows users to programmatically manage and control Google Compute Engine resources, such as virtual machines (VMs), disks, networks, and firewalls. Using the API, developers can create, configure, and manage VMs, automate tasks, and integrate Compute Engine with other GCP services. It enables scalable, automated infrastructure management through code or scripts.
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    **Compute Engine API** wizard will open, here you can view its details
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    Scroll the page to view all the system limits for the API
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    Scroll to the **Current usage percentage** section, here you can view the current usage limits and percentage
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    **What is Current usage percentage?**\ \ **Current usage percentage** in the context of cloud services, such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP), refers to the proportion of a specific resource or quota that is currently being utilized compared to the total available limit. It helps track resource consumption, indicating how close you are to hitting your set quotas, such as CPU usage, API calls, or storage capacity. This metric helps in monitoring and managing resource usage effectively to avoid overages or service disruptions.
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