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Cloud service providers implement quotas to limit the number of virtual machines (VMs) and other resources you can provision within a specific region. These quotas help balance resource allocation and ensure fair usage across all customers. However, when scaling applications or deploying new services, especially those requiring high-end GPUs like V100 or A100, you might encounter quota-related errors, such as QuotaExceeded or VcpuLimitExceeded.

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Tips for Quota Management

Plan Ahead: Anticipate your resource needs based on upcoming projects or scaling plans to request quota increases in advance.
Monitor Usage: Regularly check your current quota usage to avoid unexpected service disruptions.
Respond Promptly: Respond to any follow-up inquiries from the support team to expedite the approval process and clarify your resource usage plans.

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1. Identify the Quotas That Need Increasing

  1. Navigate to the Service Quotas Console
  • Go to the Service Quotas Console.
  • You can also find it by searching for “Service Quotas” in the AWS Management Console.
  1. Select the desired region in the top right
  2. Choose an EC2 instance type from the list
  • Use the search bar to locate the specific AWS instance type quota (e.g. All P5 Spot Instance Requests, Running Dedicated g4ad Hosts)
  1. Select the quota
  • Click the quota name

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2.Submit a Quota Increase Request

  1. Click the Request Quota Increase button in the top right
  2. Specify New Quota Value
  • In Increase quota value field, enter the new value.
  • If prompted, provide a detailed use case description explaining why you need the increase. Mention expected usage patterns, upcoming projects, or business requirements.
  1. Submit the request by clicking Request

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3. Monitor Your Request

  1. Check Request Status
  • Go to the Service Quotas Console.
  • Click on Quota request history to view the status of your quota increase requests.
  1. Wait for Approval
  • AWS may take some time to process your request. You will receive a notification once it’s approved or if further information is needed.