If a server runs out of CPU or memory, or you over-sized it, move it to a different Server Plan without rebuilding. The server keeps its disk, its address and its data.
Resize it
- Open Cloud Servers and click the server.
- Choose Resize from the actions menu.
- Pick the new Server Plan. Step up (for example
g1.mediumtog1.large) for more power, or down to save money. See the sizes in Server Plans explained. - Confirm.
What to expect
- A resize reboots the server, so it is briefly offline. Do it during a quiet window.
- Take a snapshot first if the server matters.
- When it returns to Active, you are billed at the new plan's rate.
A resize changes CPU and memory only. If what you actually need is more disk space, add a volume instead, which needs no reboot. If a server is slow but not maxed out, the cause may be the application rather than the plan; see My server is slow.