I see there are three types of images. How should I choose?
Currently, there are three types of images on the platform: self-made images, model images, and system images.
- A self-made image refers to an image in which you package the instance environment by creating an image. You can choose to create an instance through a self-made image.
- A model image refers to an image that has model applications, which is provided by the platform. Instances created from this type of image are of the container type, supporting JupyterLab login and one-click startup of other applications.
- A system image refers to images such as Ubuntu and Windows. Instances created from this type of image are of the virtual machine type. You can build Docker containers by yourself according to your needs. You can select the corresponding image according to your specific needs. Currently, changing the image after creation is not supported.
What is creating an image? How can I use this function?
The operation of creating an image will package all the data on the instance system disk. This image is only visible and usable by you. After you have configured the environment and the required data, if you want the subsequent created instances to reuse this system environment as well, then it is highly recommended that you use the function of creating an image.
Is there a charge for creating an image?
There is no charge for the operation of creating an image, but a storage fee will be charged for the successfully created image. The current price of image storage is $0.0015 per GB per day, and the billing method is pay-as-you-go. When the image is no longer in use, please remember to delete it in time.
Can I share the image I created with others?
Currently, it is not supported. We plan to support the function of image sharing in the next version.
How to create an image?
- Open the Instance list page.
- Find the instance for which you need to create an image.
- Click the last option and find "Create Image".
- If the instance is running, you need to stop it.
- After clicking, enter the image name and description (modification is supported later).
- Click "Purchase Now" to start creating the image. Generally, it takes about 10 minutes to create an image.