Creating Instance

Steps to Create a Free Oracle Instance (VM) on Oracle Cloud

  1. Navigate to Oracle Cloud
    Visit the Oracle Cloud website and log in to your account. If you don’t have an account, you can easily sign up for a free tier.

  2. Create a VM Instance
    In the Oracle Cloud Console, go to the Compute section and select Instances. Click on the Create Instance button to start the process.

  3. Name Your Instance
    Enter a unique name for your VM instance. This name should be descriptive to help you identify the instance later.

  4. Select an Operating System Image
    Change the image type to Ubuntu and choose the latest stable release. This ensures you have the most up-to-date features and security patches.

  5. Choose the Instance Shape
    Set the shape of your instance to Ampere (4 CPUs, 24 GB RAM). This configuration provides great performance and is included in the always free tier.

  6. Configure VNIC Settings
    Under the Virtual Network Interface Card (VNIC) section, select the option to Create a new virtual cloud network. This will help manage your networking settings easily.

  7. Enable IP Address Assignments
    Ensure the following settings are enabled for your VNIC:

    • Automatically assign private IPv4 address: This allows your instance to communicate within the Oracle Cloud network.
    • Automatically assign public IPv4 address: This enables your instance to be accessible from the internet.

  8. Generate or Upload SSH Key Pair
    You can either generate a new SSH key pair directly in the console or upload an existing public key. This key will be used to securely access your VM.

  9. Enable In-Transit Encryption
    Ensure that the Use in-transit encryption option is enabled. This adds an extra layer of security for data being transmitted to and from your instance.

  10. Review and Create
    Keep all other settings at their default values unless specific adjustments are needed for your application. Review your configurations, then click on the Create button to launch your VM instance.

Summary

By following these steps, you’ll set up a free Oracle VM instance that is ready for development or deployment. Enjoy the flexibility and scalability that Oracle Cloud offers!

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