How to create a Cluster for Apache Kafka®
This page shows you how to create a Cluster for Apache Kafka® via the Scaleway console.
Before you start
To complete the actions presented below, you must have:
- A Scaleway account logged into the console
- Owner status or IAM permissions allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
How to create a Cluster for Apache Kafka®
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Click Apache Kafka® in the Data and Analytics section of the console side menu. The Clusters for Apache Kafka®a product page displays.
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Click Create cluster. The creation wizard displays.
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Select a region for the cluster. During Private Beta, clusters are only available in the Paris region.
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Select a Kafka® version to run on the cluster. Only one pre-selected Kafka® version is available during Private Beta.
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Select the number of nodes (brokers) you want in the cluster, either 3 nodes for a highly-available cluster enabling data replication, or 1 node for a cluster suitable for testing and development. During Private Beta, the number of nodes cannot be changed after cluster creation.
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Select a node type. Choose between dedicated or shared nodes, depending on your workload requirements and use case. For shared nodes, various types are available, each offering different cost-performance ratios.
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Configure network connectivity. During Private Beta, connectivity to clusters is facilitated exclusively through Private Networks. Select a Private Network from the dropdown list to attach your cluster to.
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Create credentials by defining a username and password. These will be used when connecting to your cluster. During Private Beta, only one user can be created per cluster, and the username is not modifiable after creation (though the password can be changed).
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Enter a name, and (optionally), tags to identify your cluster.
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Check the estimated cost summary, then click Create cluster.
Your cluster is created, and you are taken to its Overview page in the console.