Cisco Modeling Labs OpenStack Clusters Overview
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The Cisco Modeling Labs license key (node count) that applies
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The hardware resources that you have available within the set of computers
Note |
Cluster installation and operation have only been tested on VMware ESXi and on the Cisco UCS C-series systems. Installation issues may be encountered when using other types of hardware. |
An OpenStack cluster is minimally comprised of one controller and one compute node. Currently, Cisco Modeling Labs clusters can be scaled to a maximum of one controller and eight compute nodes.
Cisco Modeling Labs OpenStack Cluster Terminology
Term |
Description |
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Controller |
The primary Cisco Modeling Labs node that includes a complete installation of the Cisco Modeling Labs server software, including full compute, storage, and network functionality and all of the node and container images. |
Compute Node |
A node that includes a partial installation of the Cisco Modeling Labs server software that enables it to provide additional compute and networking resources for use by a Cisco Modeling Labs simulation. |
Cluster |
A collection of nodes operating in concert. At a minimum, a cluster can be composed of one controller and one compute node. |
Cisco Modeling Labs Server Image |
A standard Cisco Modeling Labs installation source (OVA or ISO) that contains the full complement of Cisco Modeling Labs software. |
Cisco Modeling Labs Compute Image |
A Cisco Modeling Labs installation source (OVA or ISO) that contains only the Cisco Modeling Labs software necessary to provide compute and networking services. |
Important |
When using Cisco Modeling Labs Clusters, the IP address used to reach the User Workspace Management interface and by the Cisco Modeling Labs client will be that of the Controller. |