Log in to Google Cloud Console:
- Start by logging in to your Google Cloud Console account.
Navigate to Compute Engine:
- Click on the hamburger icon in the top-left corner.
- Select “Compute Engine” from the menu.
- Choose “VM instances” from the submenu.
Create a New VM:
- Click the “Create” button to create a new VM instance.
- Give your VM a name for easy identification.
Select Region and Zone:
- Choose the region and zone that best suits your requirements.
Machine Configuration:
- Select the machine series; for example, we’ll choose “E2” with 2 vCPUs and 4GB memory.
- Scroll down to “Boot disk” and click “Change.” We’ll use Ubuntu 20.04 LTS with a 20GB balanced persistent disk. Click “Select.”
Access Scopes and Firewall Rules:
- Configure access scopes; you can allow full access to all Cloud APIs or set access for each API individually.
- Optionally, set up firewall rules to control network traffic.
Review and Create:
- Review the monthly cost estimate of your VM on the right side.
- Click “Create” to start provisioning your VM.
Monitor VM Creation:
- Wait for your VM to be created. You can monitor its status in the console.
SSH Connect:
- Once your VM is up and running, click the “SSH” button to connect to it.
- Click “Authorize” to establish the connection.
