feat(ins): compute content review 30/12/24 (#4160)

bene2k1 · web-flow · commit a71a7e15a6fc · 2025-01-03T10:51:15.000+01:00
* feat(ins): compute content review 30/12/24

* fix(ins): fix typo
diff --git a/ai-data/managed-inference/reference-content/mistral-7b-instruct-v0.3.mdx b/ai-data/managed-inference/reference-content/mistral-7b-instruct-v0.3.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page provides information on the Mistral-7b-instruct-v0.3 model
 tags: 
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-26
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2024-06-26
 categories:
   - ai-data
diff --git a/bare-metal/dedibox/reference-content/dedibox-datasheet.mdx b/bare-metal/dedibox/reference-content/dedibox-datasheet.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page shows the technical characteristics of the different Dedibox offers.
 tags: dedibox server
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2022-01-02
   posted: 2023-12-18
 categories:
   - compute
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/api-cli/elastic-metal-with-api.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/api-cli/elastic-metal-with-api.mdx
@@ -1,22 +1,24 @@
 ---
 meta:
   title: Deploying an Elastic Metal server with one API call
-  description: Learn how to deploy an Elastic Metal server on your favorite OS with a single API command.
+  description: Learn how to deploy a Scaleway Elastic Metal server on your favorite OS with a single API command.
 content:
   h1: Deploying an Elastic Metal server with one API call
-  paragraph: Learn how to deploy an Elastic Metal server on your favorite OS with a single API command.
+  paragraph: Learn how to deploy a Scaleway Elastic Metal server on your favorite OS with a single API command.
 tags: baremetal elastic metal cloud server dedicated elastic-metal api-call
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2021-05-26
 categories:
   - bare-metal
   - elastic-metal
 ---
 
-Our [Elastic Metal server](https://www.scaleway.com/en/elastic-metal/) offer provide 100% dedicated resources, combined with the advantages of the cloud, such as hourly billing and full flexibility. The server’s hardware is entirely dedicated to you, with no virtualization, overallocation, or neighbors on it. They come combined with a powerful [REST-API](https://www.scaleway.com/en/developers/api/elastic-metal/), allowing you to automate tasks on your machines and deploy them automatically with tools like [Terraform](https://www.terraform.io/).
+Scaleway's [Elastic Metal servers](https://www.scaleway.com/en/elastic-metal/) provide 100% dedicated resources while offering the flexibility and scalability of the cloud, including hourly billing and full customization. The hardware is entirely dedicated to you — free from virtualization, overallocation, or neighboring tenants.
 
-The new deployment in one command feature allows you to speed up the delivery of your servers, as you do not have to wait for it to be delivered to install the server. You can do both in a single API call, and your server is up and running in less than 15 minutes.
+Elastic Metal servers also feature a robust [REST API](https://www.scaleway.com/en/developers/api/elastic-metal/) that enables seamless automation of tasks and deployments. Integration with tools like [Terraform](https://www.terraform.io/) further streamlines infrastructure management.
+
+The **one-command deployment feature** accelerates server provisioning by combining delivery and setup into a single API call. This simplifies server provisioning, ensuring your machine is fully operational in less than 15 minutes.
 
 <Macro id="requirements" />
 
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/api-cli/elastic-metal-with-cli.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/api-cli/elastic-metal-with-cli.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: Learn to create and manage Elastic Metal servers using the Scaleway CLI in this comprehensive guide.
 tags: elastic-metal command-line-interface cli scw
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2021-05-26
 categories:
   - bare-metal
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ Scaleway's [Elastic Metal servers](https://www.scaleway.com/en/elastic-metal/) p
 
 In this tutorial, you will learn how to use the CLI to create an Elastic Metal server, install an OS, and manage the server lifecycle.
 
-## Scaleway Command Line Interface Overview
+## Scaleway Command Line Interface overview
 
 The [Scaleway Command Line Interface (CLI)](https://github.com/scaleway/scaleway-cli) allows you to pilot your Scaleway infrastructure directly from your terminal, providing a faster way to administer and monitor your resources. Scaleway CLI is easy to set up and use, and an essential tool for operating efficiently in your cloud environment. The CLI provides many functionalities, including the ability to create and administer Elastic Metal servers.
 
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/activate-remote-access.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/activate-remote-access.mdx
@@ -1,13 +1,13 @@
 ---
 meta:
   title: How to activate remote access on an Elastic Metal server
-  description: Learn how to activate remote access on your Elastic Metal server with this step-by-step guide.
+  description: Learn how to activate remote access on a Scaleway Elastic Metal server with this step-by-step guide.
 content:
   h1: How to activate remote access on an Elastic Metal server
-  paragraph: Learn how to activate remote access on your Elastic Metal server with this step-by-step guide.
+  paragraph: Learn how to activate remote access on a Scaleway Elastic Metal server with this step-by-step guide.
 tags: remote-access elastic-metal
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2022-03-30
 categories:
   - bare-metal
@@ -59,7 +59,6 @@ Each remote access session has a limited lifetime for security reasons. To renew
 
 You can regenerate new access credentials at any time, even before your session has expired. To do so, click **Reset access** in the remote access session. It will reset the password and generate a new one.
 
-
 ## Deactivating remote access
 
 To deactivate the remote access feature, scroll to the **Remote access** section on your server's information page. Then click **Disable remote access**.
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/get-use-loyalty-reward.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/get-use-loyalty-reward.mdx
@@ -1,13 +1,13 @@
 ---
 meta:
   title: How to get and use a loyalty reward
-  description: This page explains how to use the loyalty reward for Elastic Metal servers
+  description: This page explains how to use the loyalty reward for Scaleway Elastic Metal servers
 content:
   h1: How to get and use a loyalty reward
-  paragraph: This page explains how to use the loyalty reward for Elastic Metal servers
+  paragraph: This page explains how to use the loyalty reward for Scaleway Elastic Metal servers
 tags: elastic-metal payback commitment fee
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2022-12-01
 categories:
   - bare-metal
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/shutdown-server.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/shutdown-server.mdx
@@ -1,13 +1,13 @@
 ---
 meta:
   title: How to shut down an Elastic Metal server
-  description: This page explains how to shut down an Elastic Metal server
+  description: This page explains how to shut down a Scaleway Elastic Metal server
 content:
   h1: How to shut down an Elastic Metal server
-  paragraph: This page explains how to shut down an Elastic Metal server
+  paragraph: This page explains how to shut down a Scaleway Elastic Metal server
 tags: shut-down elastic-metal
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2021-05-26
 categories:
   - bare-metal
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/quickstart.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/quickstart.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page shows you how to get started with Scaleway Elastic Metal.
 tags: elastic-metal server
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2021-05-26
 categories:
   - bare-metal
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/reference-content/elastic-metal-datasheet.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/reference-content/elastic-metal-datasheet.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page shows the technical characteristics of the different Elastic Metal offers.
 tags: elastic-metal server
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-02-01
   posted: 2023-12-18
 categories:
   - bare-metal
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/troubleshooting/replace-failed-drive-software-raid.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/troubleshooting/replace-failed-drive-software-raid.mdx
@@ -1,30 +1,33 @@
 ---
 meta:
-  title: Replacing a failed drive in a software RAID
-  description:  Learn the steps to replace a failed drive in a software RAID setup
+  title: Replacing a failed drive in a RAID1 software RAID
+  description: Learn how to safely replace a failed drive in a RAID1 software RAID configuration on Scaleway Elastic Metal servers
 content:
-  h1: Replacing a failed drive in a software RAID
-  paragraph: Learn the steps to replace a failed drive in a software RAID setup
-tags: RAID elastic-metal failed-drive 
+  h1: Replacing a failed drive in a RAID1 software RAID
+  paragraph: Learn how to safely replace a failed drive in a RAID1 software RAID configuration on Scaleway Elastic Metal servers
+tags: RAID elastic-metal failed-drive RAID1 mdadm
 categories:
   - bare-metal
   - elastic-metal
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2022-08-26
 ---
 
+RAID1 configurations offer redundancy by mirroring data across two drives. If one drive fails, the other continues operating, ensuring data integrity. This guide explains how to replace a failed drive and rebuild the RAID1 array using the `mdadm` utility.
+
 Each Elastic Metal server uses a RAID1 configuration after installation from the Scaleway console. If you want to change the RAID configuration of the server, you can modify the RAID array using [rescue mode](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/use-rescue-mode/).
 
 <Macro id="requirements" />
 
 - A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
 - [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
+- An Elastic Metal server with at least two disks in RAID1
 
 ## Removing the failed disk from the RAID configuration
 
 <Message type="tip">
-  We recommend backing up your data before proceeding.
+  We recommend [backing up your data](/en/docs/tutorials/restic-s3-backup/) before proceeding.
 </Message>
 
 1. Boot server in [rescue mode](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/use-rescue-mode/) from the Scaleway console.
@@ -36,15 +39,15 @@ Each Elastic Metal server uses a RAID1 configuration after installation from the
     <Message type="tip">
       The rescue credentials are available from your server's status page in the Scaleway console.
     </Message>
-2. Run the following command to make sure all disk caches are written to the disk:
+3. Run the following command to make sure all disk caches are written to the disk:
     ```
     sync
     ```
-3. Mark the failed disk as failed using `mdadm`:
+4. Mark the failed disk as failed using `mdadm`:
     ```
     mdadm --manage /dev/md0 --fail /dev/sdb2
     ```
-4. Visualize the existing `mdadm` RAID devices by running the following command:
+5. Visualize the existing `mdadm` RAID devices by running the following command:
     ```
     cat /proc/mdstat
     ```
@@ -65,19 +68,22 @@ Each Elastic Metal server uses a RAID1 configuration after installation from the
     ```
 
     The faulty device is marked with `(F)`.
-5. Remove the failed disk using the `mdadm --manage` command:
+6. Remove the failed disk using the `mdadm --manage` command:
     ```sh
-    root@elastic-metal:~# # mdadm --manage /dev/md0 --remove /dev/sdb2
+    mdadm --manage /dev/md0 --remove /dev/sdb2
     ```
-6. Contact the technical support to replace the failed disk with a working one.
+7. Contact the technical support to replace the failed disk with a working one.
+
+<Message type="important">
+  If the command fails due to the device being busy, ensure the disk is unmounted and re-check the status.
+</Message>
 
 ## Adding the replacement disk to the RAID
 
 1. Once the failed disk is replaced, copy the partition table of the source disk to the new disk:
     ```
     sfdisk -d /dev/sda | sfdisk /dev/sdb
     ```
-
     <Message type="important">
       The `sfdisk` command above replaces the entire partition table on the new disk with the one of the source disk. Modify the command if you require preserving other partition information on the disk.
     </Message>
@@ -89,11 +95,28 @@ Each Elastic Metal server uses a RAID1 configuration after installation from the
     ```
     mdadm --detail /dev/md0
     ```
-
     <Message type="tip">
-    Use the following command to show the progress of the recovery of the mirror disk:
+      Use the following command to show the progress of the recovery of the mirror disk:
+      ```
+      cat /proc/mdstat
+      ```
+    </Message>
+
+## Post-replacement checks
+
+1. Check for consistency in the RAID setup:
     ```
     cat /proc/mdstat
     ```
+2. Monitor the RAID health and status regularly:
+    ```
+    mdadm --detail /dev/md0
+    ```
+3. Set up email alerts to detect RAID issues early:
+    ```
+    mdadm --monitor --scan --daemonise --mail=root@example.com
+    ```
 
-    </Message>
+<Message type="tip">
+  Regularly monitoring RAID health prevents unexpected failures and data loss.
+</Message>
diff --git a/bare-metal/elastic-metal/troubleshooting/reset-admin-password-windows-server.mdx b/bare-metal/elastic-metal/troubleshooting/reset-admin-password-windows-server.mdx
@@ -1,22 +1,22 @@
 ---
 meta:
-  title: Resetting the Administrator password on servers running Windows Server
-  description: Learn how to reset the Administrator password on Windows Server quickly and securely.
+  title: Resetting the Administrator password on Windows Server OS
+  description: Learn how to securely reset the Administrator password on Windows Server Elastic Metal servers using rescue mode.
 content:
-  h1: Resetting the Administrator password on servers running Windows Server
-  paragraph: Learn how to reset the Administrator password on Windows Server quickly and securely.
-tags: windows rescue password
+  h1: Resetting the Administrator password on Windows Server OS
+  paragraph: Learn how to securely reset the Administrator password on Windows Server Elastic Metal servers using rescue mode.
+tags: windows rescue password reset administrator
 categories:
   - bare-metal
   - elastic-metal
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2023-12-14
 ---
 
 During the installation or reinstallation of an Elastic Metal server with a Windows Server operating system, an administrator password is set by you (Administrator account).
 
-If you have lost this password, you can reset it via rescue mode.
+If you have lost this password, you can reset it via rescue mode. This guide explains the steps to securely reset the Administrator password and regain access to your server.
 
 <Macro id="requirements" />
 
@@ -26,6 +26,10 @@ If you have lost this password, you can reset it via rescue mode.
 
 ## Removing the old Administrator password
 
+<Message type="tip">
+  We recommend [backing up your data](/tutorials/restic-s3-backup/) before proceeding.
+</Message>
+
 1. Reboot your Elastic Metal server into [rescue mode](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/use-rescue-mode/).
 2. Log into rescue mode.
 3. Install the packages `ntfs-3g` and `chntpw` using the APT package manager.
@@ -113,10 +117,10 @@ If you have lost this password, you can reset it via rescue mode.
 
 ## Setting a new Administrator password
 
-1. [Activate remote access](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/activate-remote-access/) on your server to be able to connect to it using the KVM over IP device.
-2. Open the remote console to visualize the screen output of your machine.
-3. Open the start menu and click the `Administrator` username to open the user settings.
-4. Click the password panel, then **Add** to configure a new password.
-5. Enter a password, its confirmation and a reminder, then validate.
+1. [Activate remote access](/bare-metal/elastic-metal/how-to/activate-remote-access/) on your server to connect via the KVM over IP device.
+2. Open the remote console to access the screen output.
+3. Open the start menu and select the `Administrator` username to access user settings.
+4. Click the password panel, then **Add** to create a new password.
+5. Enter the new password, confirm it, and set a reminder.
 6. Exit the remote console.
-    You can now log into your machine using the Remote Desktop Viewer and your newly set password.
+    You can now log into your server using the Remote Desktop Viewer and the new password.
diff --git a/compute/gpu/troubleshooting/fix-driver-issues.mdx b/compute/gpu/troubleshooting/fix-driver-issues.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: Resolve GPU issues on Scaleway GPU Instances after installing Nvidia drivers with our troubleshooting guide.
 tags: gpu issue error driver nvidia-driver sleep gpu-instance
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2022-12-01
 categories:
   - compute
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/attaching-a-volume.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/attaching-a-volume.mdx
@@ -1,16 +1,16 @@
 ---
 meta:
   title: Attaching a Block Storage volume via the Instance API
-  description: This page explains how to attach a Block Storage volume using the API.
+  description: This page explains how to attach a Block Storage volume using the Scaleway API.
 content:
   h1: Attaching a Block Storage volume via the Instance API
-  paragraph: This page explains how to attach a Block Storage volume.
+  paragraph: This page explains how to attach a Block Storage volume using the Scaleway API.
 tags: attach-storage storage volume block api
 categories:
   - block-storage
   - storage
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2020-01-10
 ---
 
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/creating-a-volume.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/creating-a-volume.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page explains how to create a Block Storage volume using the Scaleway API.
 tags: block-storage block volume create storage
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2020-01-10
 categories:
   - block-storage
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/creating-backups.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/creating-backups.mdx
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ content:
   paragraph: This page explains how to create backups of your Instaces using the Scaleway API
 tags: instance create backup scaleway-api
 dates:
-  validation: 2024-06-24
+  validation: 2025-01-02
   posted: 2021-05-26
 categories:
   - compute
@@ -20,6 +20,7 @@ The Backup feature is used to back up your Instance data. It creates an image of
 - A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
 - [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
 - A valid [API key](/identity-and-access-management/iam/how-to/create-api-keys/)
+- A running Instance
 
 ## Creating a backup
 
@@ -50,7 +51,7 @@ The Backup feature is used to back up your Instance data. It creates an image of
   <TabsTab label="API">
     A backup is created using the [Instances API](https://www.scaleway.com/en/developers/api/instance/) with the following command:
     ```
-    POST https://api.scaleway.com/instance/v1/zones/<region>/servers/<uid>/action 
+    POST https://api.scaleway.com/instance/v1/zones/<region>/servers/<uid>/action
     {"action":"backup"}
     ```
     Replace `<region>` with the geographical region of the Instance. For Instances located in Paris, for example, this value would be `fr-par-1`. Replace `<uid>` with the unique identifier of the Instance.
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/detaching-a-volume.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/detaching-a-volume.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/using-cloud-init.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/using-cloud-init.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/api-cli/using-routed-ips.mdx b/compute/instances/api-cli/using-routed-ips.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/how-to/create-a-snapshot.mdx b/compute/instances/how-to/create-a-snapshot.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/how-to/use-protected-instance.mdx b/compute/instances/how-to/use-protected-instance.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/troubleshooting/cant-connect-to-instance-with-pn-gateway.mdx b/compute/instances/troubleshooting/cant-connect-to-instance-with-pn-gateway.mdx
diff --git a/compute/instances/troubleshooting/fix-cloud-init-debian12.mdx b/compute/instances/troubleshooting/fix-cloud-init-debian12.mdx
