# How to create an instance with the snapshot image?

To create an instance with the snapshot image, follow the steps given below:

**Step 1:** [Login](https://customer.acecloudhosting.com/index.php?m=ace_product_register_addon\&action=login) to your account.

**Step 2:** Navigate to **Compute** and then click on **Instances**.

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**Step 3:** Click **Create Instance**.

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**Step 4:** Enter the instance details and hit **Next**.

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**Step 5:** Click on **Source,** then select **Instance Snapshot** from the **Boot Source** drop-down and select your snapshot.&#x20;

Click on **Select** **Flavor**, choose your flavor, and click **Next**. If your flavor is unavailable, create a [ticket](https://customer.acecloudhosting.com/submitticket.php?step=2\&deptid=3) with your specifications.&#x20;

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**Step 6:** Click on **Configure Storage and fill in all the required** details. Select the Key-Pair drop-down menu to choose your key pair.

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**Step 7:** Choose a network of your own choice.

Select the **Security Groups** and click **Next**. (You can also create a security group. Click [here](/knowledge-base/network/how-to-manage-a-security-group.md) to learn how.)

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**Step 8:** Review your details and click on **Launch Instance.**

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