Vultr: How to install CentOS with XFS filesystem

Introduction

This guide shows you how to deploy a CentOS server with XFS filesystem.

Prerequisites

• A Vultr account. If you dont have one, get it here with $100 free.
• Basic knowledge of Linux OS.

Step by step guide

1. Log in to your Vultr account.

2. Deploy New Instance: choose ISO Libary and select CentOS 7 Linux.

3. Follow the installation instructions. During the installation, please customize the installation destination by adding a new mount point with XFS file system. Video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/rLrvn3hvehE.

Conclusion

CentOS featuring an XFS filesystem is now deployed in your Vultr account.