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# Suspend a Cube
When you suspend a Cube, you turn off the server, but the Cube remains saved, and you can [resume](/cloud/compute-services/cubes/dcd-how-tos/resume-cube.md) it later. The following occurs when you suspend a Cube:
* The Cube releases the associated CPU, RAM, and [IP addresses](https://docs.ionos.com/cloud/support/general-information/glossary-of-terms#ip-address).
* The connected storage devices will be billed.
* The server does not remove the reserved IP addresses.
* A red cross marks the deallocated VM in the DCD.
To suspend a Cube, follow these steps:
1\. In the **DCD**, go to **Menu** > **Virtual Data Centers**.
2\. Select the data center where the cube is configured.
3\. Select the respective cube in the Workspace.
4\. In the Inspector pane, select **Power** > **Suspend**.
5\. *(**Optional**)* In the dialog that appears, connect using Remote Console and shut down the VM at the operating system level to prevent data loss.
6\. Select **Apply SUSPEND**.
7\. Provision your changes.
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**Result:** The Cube is suspended but not deleted.
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