Deploy Nebula

In this step, we will add the prepared Linux server to the Nexus Sky Node inventory and deploy the Nebula system. This process involves installing Magna services, deploying the xcware platform, configuring Nebula services, and applying server security measures. For detailed information about the Nebula deployment process, please refer to the following document: Nebula System.


Sky Node Inventory


  1. Open a browser and go to https://YOUR_MACHINE_FQDN/c/session. Log in using the credentials for administrator@nexus.local.

  2. Next, select Sky Nodes from the modules on the left side.

  3. Now, click the "Include Sky Node" button, complete the required fields, and then click "Save" to add your server.

  4. At this point, you should be able to see your server listed in the List View (Cards).

Deploying Nebula


  1. Click on the "Actions" menu to the right of your server's List Card and select "Deploy Nebula".

  2. Now accept the "License Agreement" by toggling the acceptance switch.

  3. Next click on the "Deploy" button and wait for the deployment to complete and reach the "Finished" status.

  4. Finally, click on the "Finish" button to complete the deployment and reboot the Sky Node.

  5. At this stage, you have successfully set up a minimal xcware platform.



Please continue to the next step: Provision your first instance

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