| This page explains how to set up database and network access to your cluster. |
Set up database and network access
1. On the cluster dashboard, select Database Access under the Security menu on the left side of the dashboard.
2. Select Add New Database User.
3. Under Authentication Method, make sure the Password box is selected.
4. Enter the username you would like to identify yourself with.
5. Either create your own password or select Autogenerate Secure Password a receive a generated password.
| You will need to use this password again. Either select Copy or copy the password and store for later reference. |
6. Make sure Temporary Use is switched OFF.
7. Select Add User.
8. On the cluster dashboard, select Network Access under the Security menu on the left side of the dashboard.
9. Select Add IP Address.
10. Select Add Current IP Address and then enter any comments you would like associated with the selected IP address.
11. Select Confirm to add your network to the IP whitelist associate with your cluster.
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