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51 changes: 51 additions & 0 deletions bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/adjust-available-bandwidth.mdx
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meta:
title: How to adjust the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server
description: Discover step-by-step instructions for adjusting (upgrading or downgrading) the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server.
content:
h1: How to adjust the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server
paragraph: Discover step-by-step instructions for adjusting (upgrading or downgrading) the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server.
tags: elastic-metal bandwidth putty
dates:
validation: 2024-07-03
posted: 2024-06-11
---

Every Elastic Metal server comes with a designated bandwidth allowance. Increase your server's connectivity with additional, high-performance bandwidth options of up to 25Gbps, all with unlimited traffic.

<Macro id="requirements" />

- A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
- [Owner](/identity-and-access-management/iam/concepts/#owner) status or [IAM permissions](/identity-and-access-management/iam/concepts/#permission) allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
- An Elastic Metal server [installed](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/quickstart/#how-to-create-an-elastic-metal-server)

## Upgrading bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server

Follow these steps to boost the bandwidth of your Elastic Metal server:

1. Navigate to **Elastic Metal** under the **Bare Metal** section in the [Scaleway console](https://console.scaleway.com) side menu. This action takes you to the Elastic Metal dashboard.
2. Click the server name or the <Icon name="more" /> beside your desired server to access its information page.
3. Click **Settings** to see a list of available configurations. Then click **Manage bandwidth** in the **Public bandwidth** section. A pop-up window appears.
4. Choose the desired maximum bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server. The associated monthly fee displays on the right side of the pop-up.
<Message type="note">
The maximum available bandwidth for each Elastic Metal server is determined by the physical conditions of the network card installed, as specified in the offer description.
</Message>
5. Click **Continue** to confirm your selected bandwidth. A summary of your order displays
6. Click **Update public bandwidth** to initiate the bandwidth upgrade process for your Elastic Metal server.
<Message type="tip">
The initial month's fee for your chosen bandwidth option will be billed prorated.
</Message>

## Downgrading bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server

To reduce the bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server, follow these steps:

1. Access the **Elastic Metal** section within the **Bare Metal** category of the [Scaleway console](https://console.scaleway.com).
2. Click the server name or the <Icon name="more" /> beside your desired server to access its information page.
3. Navigate to **Settings** and then to the **Public bandwidth** section. Click **Manage bandwidth** to open a pop-up.
4. Adjust the bandwidth to your desired level. The associated monthly fee will be adjusted accordingly.
<Message type="tip">
Sliding the bar to the far left will reduce the bandwidth to the value initially included with your Elastic Metal server.
</Message>
5. Click **Continue** to confirm your selection after reviewing the order summary.
6. Click **Update public bandwidth** to execute the bandwidth downgrade process.
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We provide a range of Linux and Windows Server distributions for automatic installation from the Scaleway console.

### How can I reinstall an Elastic Metal server?
## Can I adjust the bandwidth for my Elastic Metal Server?

Yes, you have the flexibility to modify the bandwidth available for your Elastic Metal server according to your requirements.
Each Elastic Metal dedicated server comes with an allocated bandwidth allowance. However, you can easily increase or decrease this bandwidth through your Scaleway console at any time.

Scaleway offers high-performance bandwidth options of up to 25Gbps per server, all of which include unlimited traffic.
For step-by-step instructions on how to modify the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server, refer to our documentation on [how to modify the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/modify-available-bandwidth/).

<Message type="note">
The maximum available bandwidth for each Elastic Metal server is determined by the physical conditions of the network card installed, as specified in the offer description.
</Message>

## How can I reinstall an Elastic Metal server?

You can reinstall an Elastic Metal server with a few clicks at any time, [directly from your Scaleway console](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/install-server/).

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"label": "Order a flexible IP",
"slug": "order-flexible-ip"
},
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"label": "Adjust the available bandwidth",
"slug": "adjust-available-bandwidth"
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"label": "Attach/detach a flexible IP",
"slug": "attach-detach-flexible-ip"
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