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PR: docs(DOC-1111): Improve VM interface docs

Summary

Added detailed instructions for configuring network interfaces at the OS level after adding a private interface to an existing VM or Bare Metal server.

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cloud/networking/ip-address/create-and-configure-a-reserved-ip-address.mdx Added new section "Configure the network interface in the operating system"

New screenshots (1)

  • vm-interface-details.png - Network interface details in VM settings showing IP, CIDR, and MAC address

New content

Added section with step-by-step instructions in tabs:

  • Linux tab: Commands for ip link, ip addr, ip route with examples
  • Windows tab: GUI instructions via Control Panel > Network adapter properties

Includes:

  • How to find network parameters in portal (IP, CIDR, MAC)
  • How to calculate gateway IP from CIDR
  • Warning about temporary vs persistent configuration
  • Cross-reference to VIP configuration guide

Review focus

  1. Linux commands - Verify command syntax and examples are correct
  2. Windows instructions - Verify GUI path is accurate for Windows Server
  3. Gateway calculation - Info block explaining first IP in subnet as gateway
  4. Warning block - Note about configuration being temporary until added to system files

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