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If you’ve recently set up a new account for a Linux virtual server and chose the default configuration to explore the services, you might encounter some issues during the launch process. For instance, selecting a T3.micro instance with 2 vCPUs, which is eligible for the free plan, could lead to a frustrating error message.
When attempting to start the server, you’ll see a message indicating that the launch has failed. The steps like initializing requests, creating security groups, and setting security group rules all succeed, but the final launch step fails. The error states that you’ve requested more vCPU capacity than your current limit of one allows, especially for the instance type you’re trying to use. It suggests visiting a specific link to request an increase in your vCPU limit.
You might notice that the smaller T2.micro option with just one vCPU is disabled. When you hover your mouse over it, a message appears saying it’s not eligible under the free plan. This is because your account currently doesn’t have the necessary permissions for this instance type, and upgrading your account might be required.
The problem here is a contradiction: your account doesn’t allow for the larger instances, but the default setup is asking for a configuration that exceeds your current limit. This situation prevents you from launching your server properly, blocking your workflow.
To fix this, you should request a limit increase for your vCPU capacity. Visit the link provided in the error message and submit a request to increase your vCPU limit. Once your account limits are adjusted, you’ll be able to launch the desired instance successfully. This step is crucial to get your project back on track without further delays.
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