ISO Template
ISO Templates in the admin portal are used for managing bootable ISO files that can be deployed to create virtual machines (VMs). An ISO image contains the entire contents of an installation disc, often used to install operating systems or other software. By leveraging ISO templates, administrators can offer various operating systems or software installations that are bootable directly from an ISO.
Key Features of ISO Templates:
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ISO Template Development:
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An ISO Template refers to a virtualized bootable image file that can be used to install an operating system or software on a VM.
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These templates are standard formats that allow administrators to publish a wide range of proprietary, industrial, and commercial applications.
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ISO templates can be created from bootable media (such as installation CDs or DVDs) and configured for deployment to VMs within the cloud infrastructure.
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How to Navigate to ISO Templates:
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Login into the admin portal.
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From the portal menu, select the Marketplace icon.
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To browse ISO templates in the marketplace, click the ISO templates icon.
ISO Template List :
The ISO Templates List Page in the admin portal allows administrators to view, manage, and organize bootable ISO templates available for deployment in the cloud environment. This interface provides several options to filter, search, and manage ISO templates efficiently.
The main components of the ISO Templates List Page are elaborated upon below:
1. Total Number of ISO Templates :
- This shows the total count of all the ISO templates available in the marketplace. It includes only the active ISO templates, providing a high-level overview of the number of ISO images that can be used to create or configure virtual machines.
2. Total Number of Windows ISO Templates :
- This count highlights the number of ISO templates specifically related to Windows operating systems. These are bootable ISO files containing various versions of the Windows OS, ready for deployment.
3. Total Number of Linux ISO Templates :
- Similar to the Windows count, this displays the total number of ISO templates that contain Linux-based operating systems. It helps in quickly identifying how many Linux distributions are available for VM deployment.
4. Active / Deleted ISO Templates Filter :
- This filter allows administrators to view Active or Deleted ISO templates. The Active templates are those that are available for immediate use, while Deleted templates have been removed from the active list but can still be accessed.
5. ISO Templates Quick Search Field :
- This feature allows administrators to search for specific ISO templates by entering keywords, names, or other identifiers. It enables quick access to the required templates without manually navigating through the entire list.
6. Upload ISO Template Button :
- The Upload ISO Template button is used to upload new ISO files from the local machine to the marketplace. This is where admins can add new ISO templates to the cloud environment by selecting the appropriate bootable image from their system.
7. Create ISO Template Button :
- The Create ISO Template button allows the admin to create an ISO template using a URL or remote link. Instead of uploading a file from the local machine, admins can specify a URL to the ISO file, which the system will use to fetch and create the ISO template.