This guide will walk you through the process of upgrading your VM storage using the "Upgrade/Downgrade" option available in the "Product Details" panel.
Steps to Add Additional Storage
Access Product Details
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Navigate to Product Details: Log in to your account and locate the VM for which you wish to modify the storage capacity, after clicking "Services" on the Dashboard and then "My Services".
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Select Upgrade/Downgrade Option: Look for the "Upgrade/Downgrade" option within the "Product Details" panel, on the left side of your screen.
Choose New Configuration
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Current Configuration: Review your current storage Additional Storage configuration, including associated cost.
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Select New Configuration: Choose the desired Additional Storage capacity based on your requirements and select the "Click to Continue" option.
Confirm Changes
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Review Pricing: Check the pricing details for the new storage configuration to ensure it aligns with your budget.
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Confirm Changes: Proceed to confirm the upgrade/downgrade request to initiate the storage adjustment process.
Manage Newly Added Storage
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Automatic Disk Creation: After adding storage through the "Upgrade/Downgrade Options" tool or buying additional storage during the order, a new disk is created automatically.
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Option for Manual Assignment: You have the flexibility to create multiple disks, using the acquired storage.
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Delete the Initially Created Disk: First, delete the disk that was automatically created, after purchasing additional storage.
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Add Hard Disks Manually: Select the 'Add Hard Disk' option to create new disks.
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Allocate Storage: Allocate your available storage across the new disks as desired.
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Manage Newly Created Disks: After creating a new Disk you can either update its size or delete the disk, after unmounting it first. For instructions on how to unmount a disk depending on the OS you use refer to the "Unmounting Disks" article.
