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title: FAQ
url: https://docs.vultr.com/products/compute/instances/optimized-cloud-compute/faq
description: A collection of frequently asked questions and answers about Vultr services and features.
publish_date: 2024-09-23T20:19:31.543101Z
last_updated: 2026-05-26T18:44:24.578947Z
---

# Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Optimized Cloud Compute

These are the frequently asked questions for Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instances.

???+ note "How can I access a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance?"

    You can access a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance depending on its operating system. Use SSH or the Vultr Console for Linux instances and the Remote Desktop Protocol for Windows instances.

??? note "Can I run resource-intensive applications on a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance?"

    Yes, Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute supports resource-intensive applications depending on your server size. For example, if your applications require more RAM, deploy a memory-optimized instance.

??? note "Can I downgrade a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance?"

    No, you cannot downgrade a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance, but can upgrade the instance to higher plans as your needs grow.

??? note "Does a Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance incur any charges when stopped?"

    Yes, a stopped instance incurs normal charges as it would while running. However, the instance does not incur any charges when destroyed which may lead to data loss.

??? note "Can I change my Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance type?"

    Yes, you can change your Vultr Optimized Cloud Compute instance type. Navigate to **Settings -> Change Plan** to modify the instance type. For example, you can change a CPU-optimized instance to a memory-optimized instance.