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# How to rebuild an instance?

Rebuilding an instance allows you to start from scratch while keeping the same IP address.

You can rebuild an instance using the same image by following the instructions 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:** Choose the instance that you want to rebuild, click the **drop-down**, and choose **Rebuild Instance** from the drop-down.

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**Step 4**: Select the **Image,** the **Disk Partition,** and click on **Rebuild Instance** to proceed.

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