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title: How to adjust the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server
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description: Discover step-by-step instructions for adjusting (upgrading or downgrading) the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server.
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h1: How to adjust the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server
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paragraph: Discover step-by-step instructions for adjusting (upgrading or downgrading) the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server.
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tags: elastic-metal bandwidth putty
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dates:
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validation: 2024-07-03
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posted: 2024-06-11
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Every Elastic Metal server comes with a designated bandwidth allowance. Increase your server's connectivity with additional, high-performance bandwidth options of up to 25Gbps, all with unlimited traffic.
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<Macro id="requirements" />
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- A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
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- [Owner](/identity-and-access-management/iam/concepts/#owner) status or [IAM permissions](/identity-and-access-management/iam/concepts/#permission) allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
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- An Elastic Metal server [installed](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/quickstart/#how-to-create-an-elastic-metal-server)
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## Upgrading bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server
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Follow these steps to boost the bandwidth of your Elastic Metal server:
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1. Navigate to **Elastic Metal** under the **Bare Metal** section in the [Scaleway console](https://console.scaleway.com) side menu. This action takes you to the Elastic Metal dashboard.
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2. Click the server name or the <Icon name="more" /> beside your desired server to access its information page.
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3. Click **Settings** to see a list of available configurations. Then click **Manage bandwidth** in the **Public bandwidth** section. A pop-up window appears.
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4. Choose the desired maximum bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server. The associated monthly fee displays on the right side of the pop-up.
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<Message type="note">
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The maximum available bandwidth for each Elastic Metal server is determined by the physical conditions of the network card installed, as specified in the offer description.
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</Message>
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5. Click **Continue** to confirm your selected bandwidth. A summary of your order displays
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6. Click **Update public bandwidth** to initiate the bandwidth upgrade process for your Elastic Metal server.
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<Message type="tip">
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The initial month's fee for your chosen bandwidth option will be billed prorated.
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</Message>
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## Downgrading bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server
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To reduce the bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server, follow these steps:
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1. Access the **Elastic Metal** section within the **Bare Metal** category of the [Scaleway console](https://console.scaleway.com).
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2. Click the server name or the <Icon name="more" /> beside your desired server to access its information page.
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3. Navigate to **Settings** and then to the **Public bandwidth** section. Click **Manage bandwidth** to open a pop-up.
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4. Adjust the bandwidth to your desired level. The associated monthly fee will be adjusted accordingly.
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<Message type="tip">
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Sliding the bar to the far left will reduce the bandwidth to the value initially included with your Elastic Metal server.
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</Message>
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5. Click **Continue** to confirm your selection after reviewing the order summary.
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6. Click **Update public bandwidth** to execute the bandwidth downgrade process.

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We provide a range of Linux and Windows Server distributions for automatic installation from the Scaleway console.
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### How can I reinstall an Elastic Metal server?
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## Can I adjust the bandwidth for my Elastic Metal Server?
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Yes, you have the flexibility to modify the bandwidth available for your Elastic Metal server according to your requirements.
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Each Elastic Metal dedicated server comes with an allocated bandwidth allowance. However, you can easily increase or decrease this bandwidth through your Scaleway console at any time.
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Scaleway offers high-performance bandwidth options of up to 25Gbps per server, all of which include unlimited traffic.
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For step-by-step instructions on how to modify the available bandwidth for your Elastic Metal server, refer to our documentation on [how to modify the available bandwidth for an Elastic Metal server](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/modify-available-bandwidth/).
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The maximum available bandwidth for each Elastic Metal server is determined by the physical conditions of the network card installed, as specified in the offer description.
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## How can I reinstall an Elastic Metal server?
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You can reinstall an Elastic Metal server with a few clicks at any time, [directly from your Scaleway console](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/install-server/).
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