Machine Types in Thalassa Cloud
Machine types in Thalassa Cloud define the hardware, resource allocation, and network bandwidth for virtual machines (VMs). They ensure that workloads are scheduled on appropriate compute infrastructure based on performance and resource requirements.
Capabilities
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| Hardware Differentiation | Machine types determine the underlying CPU architecture, memory configuration, and storage performance. |
| Resource Allocation | Each machine type has predefined CPU, RAM, and other resource allocations, ensuring predictable performance. |
| Bandwidth Limits | Different machine types come with specific network bandwidth allocations, affecting data transfer rates. |
| Optimized Scheduling | The selected machine type influences where the VM is scheduled within Thalassa Cloud’s infrastructure. |
Choosing the Right Machine Type
When selecting a machine type, consider:
- Workload Type – Different machine types are designed for development, production, or high-performance computing.
- Performance Needs – Applications requiring more CPU, memory, or disk I/O should use higher-tier machine types.
- Network Usage – If bandwidth is a key factor, choose a machine type with appropriate network limits.
For more details on creating virtual machines, see the Virtual Machines documentation.
Thalassa Cloud offers two primary categories of machine types:
Machine Types Available on Thalassa Public Cloud
Production General Purpose (PGP)
Designed for production-grade workloads.
| Machine Type | vCPUs | RAM (GB) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
pgp-small | 1 | 2 | Small production machine. |
pgp-medium | 2 | 4 | Medium production machine. |
pgp-large | 2 | 8 | Large production machine. |
pgp-xlarge | 4 | 16 | Extra-large production machine. |
pgp-2xlarge | 8 | 32 | Double extra-large production machine. |
pgp-4xlarge | 16 | 64 | Quadruple extra-large production machine. |
Development General Purpose (DGP)
Optimized for test and staging environments:
| Machine Type | vCPUs | RAM (GB) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
dgp-small | 1 | 2 | Small development machine. |
dgp-medium | 2 | 4 | Medium development machine. |
dgp-large | 2 | 8 | Large development machine. |
dgp-xlarge | 4 | 16 | Extra-large development machine. |
dgp-2xlarge | 8 | 32 | Double extra-large development machine. |
dgp-4xlarge | 16 | 64 | Quadruple extra-large development machine. |