Cluster Creation

This document provides a comprehensive guide for creating Kubernetes clusters through the Partner Portal interface.

Overview

The Kubernetes Cluster Create feature accelerates the creation of Kubernetes clusters, enabling faster development lifecycle and containerized orchestration benefits.

Topics

• Cluster Create - Step-by-step configuration guide for creating new Kubernetes clusters
• Cluster Creation Progress - Monitor cluster provisioning status and deployment progress

Getting Started

Follow these guides to create and monitor your Kubernetes cluster:

Next Steps

After completing cluster configuration:

1. Monitor Progress - Track cluster provisioning status
2. Download Kubeconfig - Set up kubectl access once ready
3. View Cluster Overview - Monitor cluster health and status

Important Notes

1. Version Selection: Carefully select the Kubernetes version as only upgrades are supported
2. Naming Convention: Cluster names cannot be changed after creation
3. Resource Planning: Ensure adequate resources in the selected resource group
4. Network Planning: Verify CIDR ranges do not conflict with existing networks
5. Add-on Dependencies: Some add-ons may have dependencies on others
6. Cost Considerations: Review resource allocations as they impact billing