# Scaling environment servers

In Autosky, environment management is carried out through two types of servers, each with a specific role within the application's structure:

* **Preparation Server:** responsible for serving as the base for instances, used in the creation and deployment of new versions.
* **Support Server:** responsible for hosting the application environment's database.

When accessing the Servers tab, you will have a complete view of the information and actions available for each type of server.

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When accessing the Servers tab in your environment, the following information will be available:

### Preparation Server:

* **Server Name**
* **Public IP**
* **Private IP**
* **Platform Version**
* **Server Status**
* **Image Status**
* **Scheduled Shutdown**
* **Icons to cancel the scheduled shutdown or extend the execution**

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**Actions Button** with the following options:

* **Start Server**
* **Publish New Version**
* **Connect As**

**“Force Provider Update” Button:** Refreshes the page if no edits are currently being made.

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### Support Server:

* **Name**
* **Public IP**
* **Private IP**
* **Status**
* **Type**

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* **Actions:**

  * **Start/Stop Server**
  * **Restart**
  * **Connect as**

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### How to Start a Preparation Server:

1. Access "**Actions**".
2. Click on "**Start Server**".
3. Confirm the action in the displayed modal.

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4. After performing these actions, check the server status.

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Additionally, in Actions, you can:

* **Connect as**: To access the server and view its operation.

1. Click “**Connect as**”.
2. Enter your password.
3. Click “**Connect**”.

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**Publish Server**: When clicked, you will be directed to the Publish sub-tab, where you can choose from different publishing options.
{% endhint %}

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### How to Start a Support Server:

1. In the three dots next to the server, click “**Start server**”.
2. In the confirmation modal, click “**Start**”.

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After starting and managing the servers, it is important to always monitor the status to ensure the environment is functioning properly.

Additionally, from the preparation server, it is possible to start the process of deploying new system versions, ensuring that updates are correctly applied to the environment.

On the next page, you will find how to perform server deployments and schedule deployments, detailing all available options and how to track the process.


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