Server groups
Server groups help you define a pool of servers that the load balancer can distribute traffic to.
Create server groups
You can create server groups directly in the Console.
When you create a server group, you need to define a unique name and select a load balancing method:
| Algorithm | How it works | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| ROUND_ROBIN | Distributes incoming requests sequentially across servers. | Ideal for evenly distributed workloads with similar server capacity. |
| LEAST_CONNECTIONS | Routes traffic to the server with the fewest active connections. | Best for handling varied workloads and ensuring balanced usage. |
| SOURCE_IP | Directs traffic based on the client’s IP address for session persistence. Incoming requests from the same IP address will be routed to the same server. | Suitable for applications requiring consistent user sessions. |
After your server groups are ready, continue with creating listeners.
Manage server groups
Open the details page of a server group directly from the Server groups page in the Console to edit these properties:
- update the name, the associated load balancer, and the applied load balancing algorithm
- add or remove servers through the Servers tab
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