Getting Started with Nautobot Cloud¶
This guide provides a quick introduction to help you get started with Nautobot Cloud and the Cloud Console.
Whether you are starting from scratch or transitioning your on-premises Nautobot deployment, Nautobot Cloud offers a streamlined way to manage your network automation platform in the cloud.
In this guide, you will:
- Learn the essential Nautobot Cloud concepts
- Find your Nautobot Cloud dashboard
- Deploy your first Nautobot instance
Concepts¶
- Instance: A single deployment of Nautobot, including its own database and configuration. Organizations can create and manage multiple instances.
- Project: A logical grouping of instances within an organization. Projects help organize and manage instances based on their purpose, environment, or any other criteria that make sense for your team.
- Snapshot: A backup of the database associated with the instance it was created from. It shows the data's state at the time the snapshot was created. A snapshot can be restored to any compatible instance at a later date.
- Organization: A company or team that owns and manages one or more Nautobot instances. Each organization has its own set of users, a custom domain, authentication, and VPN settings.
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- Image: Not to be confused with snapshots, an image is a version of Nautobot that can be used to create new instances or update existing ones. Each image includes a specific version of Nautobot and any necessary dependencies.
- Secret: A secret is a sensitive piece of information, such as an API key or password, that is securely stored and managed within Nautobot Cloud. Secrets can be associated with specific instances and are used to enhance security and streamline configuration. Learn more about managing secrets.
- App: An app is an additional software component that can be integrated with Nautobot to extend its functionality. Apps can provide new features, integrations, or enhancements to the core Nautobot platform. Learn more about managing apps.
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User: An individual who has access to a Nautobot instance. Users can be assigned different roles and permissions within an organization. You can view the list of users in your organization by navigating to the "Users" tab in the Nautobot Cloud Console UI under Organization > Settings.
Accessing the Nautobot Cloud Console¶
You can access the Nautobot Cloud Console at https://nautobot.cloud/.
Not yet registered?
Fill out this form or email info@networktocode.com to learn more about Nautobot Cloud. Currently, there is no self-registration.
Once you are logged in, if you are part of multiple organizations, you can switch between them by clicking your profile icon in the top right corner and selecting the desired organization from the dropdown menu.
Next Up
Looking for more detailed guidance? Find step-by-step guides for everything you might want to do with your Nautobot Cloud instance.