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description: >-
  To resume using a Compute Instance that was previously stopped, you can start
  it by following these steps.
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# Start

## Prerequisite

* The Project's wallet balance must be greater than 0. If your project has no funds, learn how to add money by following the steps for [Topping up a Project's Wallet](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E\&q=link-to-docs).
* The Compute Instance must have a status of **shutoff** as a result of a previous stop action (see [How to Stop a Compute Instance](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E\&q=link-to-docs)).

## Instructions

### 1. **Navigate to the Compute Instance Page**

In the left-hand menu, click **COMPUTE > Compute Instance** to access the Compute Instance list.

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### 2. **Initiate the Start Command**

You can start the instance in two ways:

* From the Compute Instance list page, scroll to the far right to find the **"MORE"** button. Click it and select **"Start"**.

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* Alternatively, go to the Compute Instance detail page by clicking on the instance's name. The **"START"** button will be visible in the top menu bar.

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Charges for the Compute Instance's Machine Type will resume at the displayed rate after it is started.

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Click **"CONFIRM"** to proceed with starting the instance.

### 3. **Wait for the Instance Status to Become "active"**

The system will return you to the previous page. The process is complete once the instance's status changes to **"active"**.

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