From bb419c8be4e82826b882abac756d747747fd5402 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:13:04 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 01/10] feat(instances): understanding qga --- .../understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 112 ++++++++++++++++++ menu/navigation.json | 4 + 2 files changed, 116 insertions(+) create mode 100644 compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..e3255a62e1 --- /dev/null +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,112 @@ +--- +meta: + title: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances + description: Discover how Scaleway Instance pricing works, including hourly rates, billing, and tips to manage costs effectively. +content: + h1: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances + paragraph: Discover how Scaleway Instance pricing works, including hourly rates, billing, and tips to manage costs effectively. +tags: instance pricing prices billing invoice bill how-much cost charge +dates: + validation: 2024-08-19 +categories: + - compute +--- + +Some features of the Instances product require Scaleway's infrastructure to query or exchange information with your instance. To enable this communication, a software component must run on the guest operating system: the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA). + +This document provides essential insights into this mechanism. + + + This document does not apply to Instances running the Microsoft Windows operating system. + + +## What are the features provided by QGA? + +Running the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA) on your Instance currently enables the following feature: + +- **Automatic network reconfiguration** upon flexible IP attachment or detachment. + +Additional features may be added in the future. + +## Checking the status of QGA + +Since March 1, 2024, all Scaleway-provided GNU/Linux and InstantApp images for Instances come with QGA pre-installed and enabled by default. + +To verify that QGA is running on your Instance, use the following command: + +```bash +# systemctl is-active qemu-guest-agent.service +``` + +If the output is `active`, QGA is running, and you are ready to benefit from the associated features. If the output is `inactive`, you may need to install and/or activate QGA. + +## Opting In + +Follow these steps to enable QGA on an Instance where it is currently inactive. + +### Installation + +Instances created from images older than March 1, 2024, may require manual installation of the `qemu-guest-agent` package: + +- **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** + + ```bash + # yum -y install qemu-guest-agent + ``` + +- **Debian / Ubuntu** + + ```bash + # apt-get update + # apt-get -y install qemu-guest-agent + ``` + +### Activation + +After installing the package, start the `qemu-guest-agent.service` by either: + +- Rebooting your instance, or +- Running the following command: + + ```bash + # systemctl start qemu-guest-agent.service + ``` + +## Opting Out + +Follow these steps to disable QGA and the associated Scaleway features. + +### Deactivation + + + Disabling QGA is not recommended, as doing so also disables all [Scaleway features](#what-are-the-features-provided-by-qga) it provides. + + +To stop and disable QGA, run: + +```bash +# systemctl stop qemu-guest-agent.service +# systemctl mask qemu-guest-agent.service +``` + +This stops the service and prevents it from starting on subsequent reboots. + +### Deinstallation (Optional) + + + Deinstalling QGA is not strictly necessary to opt out. [Deactivating the service](#deactivation) is sufficient. + + +If you prefer to completely remove QGA, ensure the service is stopped first, then run: + +- **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** + + ```bash + # yum -y remove qemu-guest-agent + ``` + +- **Debian / Ubuntu** + + ```bash + # apt-get -y purge qemu-guest-agent + ``` \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/menu/navigation.json b/menu/navigation.json index 86d74e66f8..28ccbbfbde 100644 --- a/menu/navigation.json +++ b/menu/navigation.json @@ -1353,6 +1353,10 @@ "label": "Understanding the differences between ARM and x86 Instances", "slug": "understanding-differences-x86-arm" }, + { + "label": "Understanding QEMU Guest Agent", + "slug": "understanding-qemu-guest-agent" + }, { "label": "Understanding Instance pricing", "slug": "understanding-instance-pricing" From 8b71bd579d0d18f94d1316aab52795c0a253f931 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:15:33 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 02/10] docs(fix): fixed typo and date --- .../reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 6 +++--- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index e3255a62e1..1ad6d3098a 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -5,14 +5,14 @@ meta: content: h1: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances paragraph: Discover how Scaleway Instance pricing works, including hourly rates, billing, and tips to manage costs effectively. -tags: instance pricing prices billing invoice bill how-much cost charge +tags: instance qga guemu guest agent dates: - validation: 2024-08-19 + validation: 2024-10-28 categories: - compute --- -Some features of the Instances product require Scaleway's infrastructure to query or exchange information with your instance. To enable this communication, a software component must run on the guest operating system: the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA). +Some features of the Instances product require Scaleway's infrastructure to query or exchange information with your Instance. To enable this communication, a software component must run on the guest operating system: the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA). This document provides essential insights into this mechanism. From 57a6bb52615caa06b50b209b9c8ce12c092dae87 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 14:52:38 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 03/10] fix(ins): fixed description --- .../reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index 1ad6d3098a..aea994204a 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -1,10 +1,10 @@ --- meta: title: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances - description: Discover how Scaleway Instance pricing works, including hourly rates, billing, and tips to manage costs effectively. + description: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances works. content: h1: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances - paragraph: Discover how Scaleway Instance pricing works, including hourly rates, billing, and tips to manage costs effectively. + paragraph: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances works. tags: instance qga guemu guest agent dates: validation: 2024-10-28 From bb80f826e84ae130cf5776c667f5349014eb8e20 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:21:38 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 04/10] Apply suggestions from code review Co-authored-by: nerda-codes <87707325+nerda-codes@users.noreply.github.com> --- .../understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 14 +++++++------- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index aea994204a..51943aecef 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -14,10 +14,10 @@ categories: Some features of the Instances product require Scaleway's infrastructure to query or exchange information with your Instance. To enable this communication, a software component must run on the guest operating system: the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA). -This document provides essential insights into this mechanism. +This page provides essential insights into this mechanism. - This document does not apply to Instances running the Microsoft Windows operating system. + This documentation page does not apply to Instances running the Microsoft Windows operating system. ## What are the features provided by QGA? @@ -28,9 +28,9 @@ Running the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA) on your Instance currently enables the follow Additional features may be added in the future. -## Checking the status of QGA +## Checking QGA's status -Since March 1, 2024, all Scaleway-provided GNU/Linux and InstantApp images for Instances come with QGA pre-installed and enabled by default. +Since March 1st, 2024, all Scaleway-provided GNU/Linux and InstantApp images for Instances come with QGA pre-installed and enabled by default. To verify that QGA is running on your Instance, use the following command: @@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ Follow these steps to enable QGA on an Instance where it is currently inactive. ### Installation -Instances created from images older than March 1, 2024, may require manual installation of the `qemu-guest-agent` package: +Instances created from images older than March 1st, 2024, may require manual installation of the `qemu-guest-agent` package: - **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** @@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ Instances created from images older than March 1, 2024, may require manual insta After installing the package, start the `qemu-guest-agent.service` by either: -- Rebooting your instance, or +- Rebooting your Instance, or - Running the following command: ```bash @@ -79,7 +79,7 @@ Follow these steps to disable QGA and the associated Scaleway features. ### Deactivation - Disabling QGA is not recommended, as doing so also disables all [Scaleway features](#what-are-the-features-provided-by-qga) it provides. + Disabling QGA is not recommended, as doing so also disables all the [Scaleway features](#what-are-the-features-provided-by-qga) it provides. To stop and disable QGA, run: From 0f23e03da2d6f4e79a50a0390334c1168f3310f5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:44:41 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 05/10] feat(ins): network hot-autoconfig --- ...-instance-specific-ssh-keys-using-tags.mdx | 2 +- ...-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx | 87 +++++++++++++++++++ .../understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 2 +- menu/navigation.json | 4 + 4 files changed, 93 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) create mode 100644 compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/add-instance-specific-ssh-keys-using-tags.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/add-instance-specific-ssh-keys-using-tags.mdx index e91082f8a3..f0073fdafe 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/add-instance-specific-ssh-keys-using-tags.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/add-instance-specific-ssh-keys-using-tags.mdx @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ categories: dates: validation: 2024-10-08 posted: 2024-10-08 -tags: Instance ssh-key ssh tag +tags: instance ssh-key ssh tag --- In cloud environments, managing SSH keys across multiple Instances is key to keeping your infrastructure secure and easy to access. diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..076d290dbe --- /dev/null +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,87 @@ +--- +meta: + title: Understanding automatic network hot-reconfiguration for Scaleway Instances + description: Find out how to configure automatic network hot-reconfiguration for Scaleway Instances. +content: + h1: Understanding automatic network hot-reconfiguration for Scaleway Instances + paragraph: Find out how to configure automatic network hot-reconfiguration for Scaleway Instances. +categories: + - compute +dates: + validation: 2024-10-29 + posted: 2024-10-29 +tags: instance network hot-reconfiguration +--- + +The Scaleway Instances product includes a feature called **automatic network hot-reconfiguration**. + +This mechanism automatically configures or deconfigures a [flexible IP address](/compute/instances/concepts/#flexible-ip) in the guest operating system when it is attached to or detached from an Instance. + +This guide explains how to enable or disable the automatic network hot-reconfiguration mechanism on your Instance. + + + This documentation page does not apply to Instances running the Microsoft Windows operating system. + + +## Supported configurations + +Before proceeding, ensure that your operating system supports the target network configuration: refer to Scaleway’s compatibility guidelines on [OS images and flexible IP type combinations](/compute/instances/reference-content/comaptibility-scw-os-images-flexible-ip/). + +Starting from **October 10th, 2024**, all GNU/Linux-based operating systems and InstantApp images for Scaleway Instances have automatic network hot-reconfiguration enabled by default. + +To verify that the feature is active on your Instance, use the following command: + +```bash +# systemctl is-active scw-net-reconfig.path +``` + +If the output is `active`, the feature is enabled and ready to use. If the output is `inactive`, you have to enable it first. + + +### Enabling network hot-reconfiguration + +Follow these steps to enable automatic network hot-reconfiguration on a Scaleway Instance where the feature is currently inactive. + +1. Enable the QEMU Guest Agent. Refer to Scaleway’s documentation on [enabling the QEMU Guest Agent (GQA)](compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent/#opting-in) for further details. + +2. Install the latest Scaleway Ecosystem package. + + - **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** + ```bash + # yum -y --best install scaleway-ecosystem + ``` + + - **Debian / Ubuntu** + ```bash + # apt-get update + # apt-get -y install scaleway-ecosystem + ``` + + + Ensure you install version `0.0.7-1` or higher of the `scaleway-ecosystem` package. + + +3. Enable the Automatic Network Reconfiguration Mechanism. + + + On Debian and Ubuntu systems, the mechanism typically activates automatically after installing or upgrading the `scaleway-ecosystem` package. However, RedHat-based distributions may require a manual start: + + ```bash + # systemctl enable --now scw-net-reconfig.path + ``` + + + Rebooting your Instance will also activate the mechanism during boot. + + +--- + +### Disabling network hot-reconfiguration + +If you prefer to prevent automatic network reconfiguration when a flexible IP is attached or detached, follow these steps: + +1. Run the following command to disable the feature: + + ```bash + # systemctl disable --now scw-net-reconfig.path + ``` \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index 51943aecef..717440c2eb 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ This page provides essential insights into this mechanism. Running the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA) on your Instance currently enables the following feature: -- **Automatic network reconfiguration** upon flexible IP attachment or detachment. +- **Automatic network reconfiguration** upon flexible IP attachment or detachment [Learn how to enable/disable this feature](). Additional features may be added in the future. diff --git a/menu/navigation.json b/menu/navigation.json index 28ccbbfbde..6a1ff12927 100644 --- a/menu/navigation.json +++ b/menu/navigation.json @@ -1357,6 +1357,10 @@ "label": "Understanding QEMU Guest Agent", "slug": "understanding-qemu-guest-agent" }, + { + "label": "Understanding automatic network hot-reconfiguration", + "slug": "understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration" + }, { "label": "Understanding Instance pricing", "slug": "understanding-instance-pricing" From ddaca0bdb08bcca870654a2d31b54c0cf55c9761 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:49:15 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 06/10] feat(ins): fix some typos --- ...standing-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx | 11 +++-------- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx index 076d290dbe..1261a9d4b6 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx @@ -61,8 +61,7 @@ Follow these steps to enable automatic network hot-reconfiguration on a Scaleway Ensure you install version `0.0.7-1` or higher of the `scaleway-ecosystem` package. -3. Enable the Automatic Network Reconfiguration Mechanism. - +3. Enable the automatic network reconfiguration mechanism. On Debian and Ubuntu systems, the mechanism typically activates automatically after installing or upgrading the `scaleway-ecosystem` package. However, RedHat-based distributions may require a manual start: @@ -71,16 +70,12 @@ Follow these steps to enable automatic network hot-reconfiguration on a Scaleway ``` - Rebooting your Instance will also activate the mechanism during boot. + Rebooting your Instance will also activate network hot-reconfiguration. ---- - ### Disabling network hot-reconfiguration -If you prefer to prevent automatic network reconfiguration when a flexible IP is attached or detached, follow these steps: - -1. Run the following command to disable the feature: +If you prefer to prevent automatic network reconfiguration when a flexible IP is attached or detached, run the following command: ```bash # systemctl disable --now scw-net-reconfig.path From 24fbd8f5990fdafb805a1690f8924b635025d1aa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:14:38 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 07/10] Apply suggestions from code review Co-authored-by: Fabien Malfoy --- .../reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index 717440c2eb..b3824f1311 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -46,12 +46,12 @@ Follow these steps to enable QGA on an Instance where it is currently inactive. ### Installation -Instances created from images older than March 1st, 2024, may require manual installation of the `qemu-guest-agent` package: +Instances created from images older than March 1st, 2024 may require manual installation of the `qemu-guest-agent` package: - **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** ```bash - # yum -y install qemu-guest-agent + # yum -y --best install qemu-guest-agent ``` - **Debian / Ubuntu** From ad4948cfc44677e3b2f1210596ce5bf0f4e65432 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:42:57 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 08/10] Apply suggestions from code review Co-authored-by: nerda-codes <87707325+nerda-codes@users.noreply.github.com> --- ...nderstanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx | 2 +- .../reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 8 ++++---- 2 files changed, 5 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx index 1261a9d4b6..c0162f315e 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx @@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ Follow these steps to enable automatic network hot-reconfiguration on a Scaleway 1. Enable the QEMU Guest Agent. Refer to Scaleway’s documentation on [enabling the QEMU Guest Agent (GQA)](compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent/#opting-in) for further details. -2. Install the latest Scaleway Ecosystem package. +2. Install the latest Scaleway ecosystem package. - **Fedora / AlmaLinux / RockyLinux / CentOS** ```bash diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index b3824f1311..9c8cd263a3 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -1,10 +1,10 @@ --- meta: title: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances - description: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances works. + description: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent works with Scaleway Instances. content: h1: Understanding the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances - paragraph: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent in Scaleway Instances works. + paragraph: Discover how the QEMU Guest Agent works with Scaleway Instances. tags: instance qga guemu guest agent dates: validation: 2024-10-28 @@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ This page provides essential insights into this mechanism. Running the QEMU Guest Agent (QGA) on your Instance currently enables the following feature: -- **Automatic network reconfiguration** upon flexible IP attachment or detachment [Learn how to enable/disable this feature](). +- **Automatic network reconfiguration** upon flexible IP attachment or detachment [Learn how to enable/disable this feature](/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration/). Additional features may be added in the future. @@ -94,7 +94,7 @@ This stops the service and prevents it from starting on subsequent reboots. ### Deinstallation (Optional) - Deinstalling QGA is not strictly necessary to opt out. [Deactivating the service](#deactivation) is sufficient. + You do not necessarily need to deinstall QGA to opt out. [Deactivating the service](#deactivation) is sufficient. If you prefer to completely remove QGA, ensure the service is stopped first, then run: From 681338a38022374801cbc5e715bfd9ec133ca4f5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:47:41 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 09/10] Update compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx Co-authored-by: Jessica <113192637+jcirinosclwy@users.noreply.github.com> --- .../understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx index c0162f315e..ef266ad380 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-automatic-network-hot-reconfiguration.mdx @@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ If the output is `active`, the feature is enabled and ready to use. If the outpu Follow these steps to enable automatic network hot-reconfiguration on a Scaleway Instance where the feature is currently inactive. -1. Enable the QEMU Guest Agent. Refer to Scaleway’s documentation on [enabling the QEMU Guest Agent (GQA)](compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent/#opting-in) for further details. +1. Enable the QEMU Guest Agent. Refer to Scaleway’s documentation on [enabling the QEMU Guest Agent (GQA)](/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent/#opting-in) for further details. 2. Install the latest Scaleway ecosystem package. From a755a558dccf19d37623e54f479d2cda5da7ca44 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Benedikt Rollik Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:47:48 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 10/10] Update compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx Co-authored-by: Jessica <113192637+jcirinosclwy@users.noreply.github.com> --- .../reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx index 9c8cd263a3..90775b5f8a 100644 --- a/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx +++ b/compute/instances/reference-content/understanding-qemu-guest-agent.mdx @@ -40,7 +40,7 @@ To verify that QGA is running on your Instance, use the following command: If the output is `active`, QGA is running, and you are ready to benefit from the associated features. If the output is `inactive`, you may need to install and/or activate QGA. -## Opting In +## Opting in Follow these steps to enable QGA on an Instance where it is currently inactive.