scaleway · bene2k1 · Sep 17, 2025 · Sep 17, 2025
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: How to manage the commitment plan for a Mac mini
 description: This page explains how to manage the commitment plan for Scaleway's Mac mini servers.
 tags: apple-silicon mac-mini commitment-plan
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-12
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2025-03-12
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: How to resolve Dedibox abuse tickets and cases
 description: This page explains how to resolve Abuse tickets.
 tags: resolve abuse complaint ticket dedibox-console
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2020-03-12
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Hardware - Concepts
 description: This page explains all the concepts related to your servers Hardware
 tags: dedibox hardware cpu hdd nvme ssd raid raid 0 raid-0 raid 1 raid-1 raid-5
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
 ---
 
 ## CPU

@@ -3,10 +3,10 @@ title: KVM over IP - Concepts
 description: This page explains all the concepts related to KVM over IP
 tags: kvm iso-file idrac ilo iso
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
 ---
 
-## KVM Over IP
+## KVM over IP
 
 KVM Over IP is a hardware-based solution that enables remote access to the **k**eyboard, **v**ideo (screen), and **m**ouse ports of a physical server. A unit plugs into these ports and transmits their signals to a connected user through a network. This allows access to the machine even if the installed OS is not working properly, and opens up possibilities for debugging and more.
 
@@ -18,10 +18,25 @@ The **I**ntegrated **D**ell **R**emote **A**ccess **C**ontroller is the hardware
 
 The **I**ntegrated **L**ights-**O**ut card is the hardware allowing KVM Over IP and other management and monitoring features for HP servers.
 
+## IPMI
+
+The **I**ntelligent **P**latform **M**anagement **I**nterface (IPMI) is a set of computer interface specifications for an autonomous computer subsystem that provides management and monitoring capabilities independently of the host system's CPU, firmware (BIOS or UEFI), and operating system. IPMI is often integrated into server motherboards or management cards (e.g., iDRAC, iLO) and supports features such as:
+
+- Remote power control (on, off, reboot)
+- Monitoring hardware health (temperature, fan speed, voltage)
+- Event logging (e.g., system errors or alerts)
+- Remote console access (often paired with KVM over IP)
+
+IPMI operates over a network using protocols like UDP and can be accessed via tools like IPMItool or vendor-specific interfaces. It enhances KVM over IP by providing additional management functions beyond keyboard, video, and mouse control.
+
 ## ISO file
 
-An ISO file, also called ISO image, is an archive file that contains an identical copy of data usually stored on a physical optical disk, such as a CD or DVD. The name ISO file comes from the file system type used by optical media (typically ISO 9660). The ISO file can be distributed to be burned on a physical disc or can be read directly by most operating systems or [KVM over IP](#kvm-over-ip) devices to install an operating system on a remote machine.
+An ISO file, or ISO image, is an archive file containing an exact copy of data from an optical disc (e.g., CD, DVD). Named after the ISO 9660 file system commonly used for optical media, ISO files are widely used for distributing operating systems, software, or firmware. In the context of KVM over IP:
+
+- ISO files can be mounted remotely via virtual media features in iDRAC, iLO, or other KVM devices, allowing administrators to install operating systems or run diagnostics without physical media.
+- The remote server “sees” the ISO file as a local disc, enabling seamless OS installation or recovery.
+- ISO files are often hosted on vendor-specific repositories or internal servers for easy access.
 
-  <Message type="tip">
-    Scaleway provides a wide range of operating systems for installation on Dedibox servers equipped with a KVM over IP device. You can find a list of all available images at [http://virtualmedia.online.net/](http://virtualmedia.online.net). For more information on how to install an operating system using the KVM device, refer to our [dedicated documentation](/dedibox-kvm-over-ip/quickstart/).
-  </Message>
+<Message type="tip">
+Scaleway provides a wide range of operating system ISO images for installation on Dedibox servers equipped with KVM over IP devices. Browse available images at [http://virtualmedia.online.net/](http://virtualmedia.online.net). For detailed instructions on installing an operating system using a KVM device, refer to our [dedicated documentation](/dedibox-kvm-over-ip/quickstart/).
+</Message>
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: KVM over IP - Quickstart
 description: KVM over IP Quickstart
 tags: dedibox kvm over-ip
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
 

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Troubleshooting Dedibox network issues
 description: This page explains how to troubleshoot network-related issues on your Scaleway Dedibox dedicated server.
 tags: mtr-test dedibox network iperf mtr
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2021-08-20
 ---
 

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Basic Linux/Unix commands
 description: Learn how to use some basic Linux/Unix commands
 tags: dedibox linux unix command
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
 ---
 
 In this document, we go through some of the most basic Linux commands. These commands can be used in the shell (the command line terminal) to get full use of your remote server. Most of these commands will be compatible with all UNIX OSes. However, depending on the version, the arguments (the parameters after the basic command) used may change.

@@ -3,15 +3,15 @@ title: How to change the billing period for Elastic Metal Servers
 description: This page explains how to change the billing period for Scaleway's Elastic Metal servers.
 tags: apple-silicon elastic-metal
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-12
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2025-03-12
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
 
 
-Scaleway's Elastic Metal servers offer flexible billing options to suit your needs. If you are currently using hourly billing, you can upgrade to monthly billing directly from the Scaleway console.
-By switching to monthly billing, you can benefit from significant discounts compared to the hourly pricing model.
-This provides you with cost savings for longer-term server rentals and allows you to retain your existing server configuration without requiring a new setup.
+Scaleway’s Elastic Metal servers give you flexible billing options tailored to your needs. If yo are currently on hourly billing, you can switch to monthly billing directly from the Scaleway console.
+
+By moving to monthly billing, you will enjoy significant discounts compared to hourly rates—delivering real cost savings for longer-term usage. Best of all, you keep your existing server configuration with no need for a new setup.
 
 <Requirements />
 - A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: How to create and manage a GPU Instance
 description: This page explains how to create and manage a GPU Instance
 tags: gpu-instance gpu instance
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2022-03-25
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: GPU Instances - Quickstart
 description: This page shows you how to get started with Scaleway GPU Instances.
 tags: instance gpu-instance
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2022-03-25
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Understanding NVIDIA NVLink
 description: This section provides information about NVIDIA NVLink
 tags: NVIDIA NVLink
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-13
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2025-03-13
 ---
 

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Changing the commercial type of an Instance with the API or CLI
 description: This page explains how to change the commercial type of a Scaleway Instance with the API or CLI
 tags: upgrade instance api
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-09-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2021-05-26
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
@@ -12,6 +12,10 @@ import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
 It is possible to change the commercial type of an Instance using the [Scaleway CLI](/scaleway-cli/quickstart/) or the [Instances API](https://www.scaleway.com/en/developers/api/instance/).
 To do so, you need the Instance’s ID and a valid API key.
 
+<Message type="tip">
+  If you prefer to perform Instance migration from the Scaleway console, refer to our [How to migrate Instances using the console](/instances/how-to/migrate-instances/) documentation.
+</Message>
+
 <Requirements />
 
 - A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)

@@ -3,13 +3,15 @@ title: How to power off your Instance
 description: This page explains how to power off a Scaleway Instance.
 tags: power off power-off instance
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2021-05-26
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'
 
 
-Powering off your Instance shuts it down by transferring all the data on the Instance's local volume to a volume store. The physical node is released back to the pool of available machines. If the Instance has a flexible IP, it will remain available in your account.
+Powering off your Instance shuts it down by transferring all the data on the Instance's local volume to a volume store. The node is released back to the pool of available machines. 
+If the Instance has a flexible IP, it will remain available in your account.
+Any attached Block Storage volumes are not affected by the power-off operation and will remain intact and accessible when the Instance is restarted or the volume is reattached to another Instance.
 
 <Message type="note">
   - Before powering off your Instance, shut down the OS by logging into your Instance as root and executing the halt command.

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: How to access the Kubernetes audit logs
 description: This page explains how to access the audit logs of your Kubernetes cluster
 tags: kubernetes kubernetes-kapsule kapsule kosmos cluster audit logs
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2024-01-24
 ---
 import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: How to deploy both x86 and ARM images in Kubernetes
 description: This page explains how to deploy both x86 and ARM images in Kubernetes
 tags: kubernetes kapsule arm x86
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2024-02-29
 ---
 
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ However, Kubernetes provides several mechanisms to manage architectural diversit
 
 ## What is ARM architecture, and why is it different from x86?
 
- - ARM architecture is commonly used in devices like Raspberry Pi, IoT devices, and recent [General Purpose Instances based on ARM](https://www.scaleway.com/en/cost-optimized-instances-based-on-arm/).
+ - ARM architecture is commonly used in devices like Raspberry Pi, IoT devices, and recent [ARM-based Instances](https://www.scaleway.com/en/cost-optimized-instances-based-on-arm/).
  - Kubernetes clusters may consist of nodes with different architectures, including x86 and ARM.
  - Deploying applications across these diverse architectures requires special consideration.
 

@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Containers are not starting on ARM Instances
 description: This page helps you troubleshoot issues related to containers not starting on ARM Instances
 tags: kapsule arm x86 crashloopbackoff
 dates:
-  validation: 2025-03-11
+  validation: 2025-09-17
   posted: 2024-02-28
 ---