> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://notes.kodekloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Overview and navigation of the Linode Kubernetes Engine dashboard

> This article provides an overview of the Linode Kubernetes Engine dashboard and its features for managing Kubernetes clusters.

Before provisioning a Linode Kubernetes Engine (LKE) cluster, it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with the LKE dashboard. Understanding this interface clarifies the resources LKE manages on your behalf.

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  ![The image shows a Kubernetes cluster management interface with details about a cluster named "kodekloud01," including its version, resources, and node pool status. Two nodes are listed, both running with their respective IP addresses.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752881213/notes-assets/images/Linode-Kubernetes-Engine-Overview-and-navigation-of-the-Linode-Kubernetes-Engine-dashboard/kubernetes-cluster-kodekloud01-interface.jpg)
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<Callout icon="lightbulb" color="#1CB2FE">
  Exploring the LKE dashboard first gives you context on what happens behind the scenes when you later create and manage clusters.
</Callout>

## Cluster Details

| Field                  | Description                                                |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Name**               | Rename your cluster at any time for better identification. |
| **Kubernetes Version** | Shows the control plane version (e.g., v1.22).             |
| **Resources**          | Total CPU cores, RAM, and storage allocated.               |
| **Region**             | Data center location (e.g., `us-east-1`).                  |
| **Price**              | Estimated monthly cost for the control plane and nodes.    |

## API Endpoint

LKE exposes your cluster’s API endpoint publicly. If you query it without valid credentials, you’ll see a 403 Forbidden error:

```json theme={null}
{
  "kind": "Status",
  "apiVersion": "v1",
  "status": "Failure",
  "message": "Forbidden: User \"system:anonymous\" cannot get path \"/\"",
  "reason": "Forbidden",
  "code": 403
}
```

## Kubeconfig File

Download your cluster’s Kubeconfig from the dashboard and save it to `~/.kube/config` (or merge with your existing file). It includes:

* Certificate Authority data
* API server URL
* User credentials (token)
* Context settings

```yaml theme={null}
apiVersion: v1
kind: Config
clusters:
- name: lke61870
  cluster:
    server: https://6834d9a9-6416-4d00-9a87-aa36d4df7040.east-2.linodek...
    certificate-authority-data: LS0tLS1CRUdJTiBDRVJVS...
users:
- name: lke61870-admin
  user:
    token: eyJhbhGciOiJS...
contexts:
- name: lke61870-ctx
  context:
    cluster: lke61870
    user: lke61870-admin
    namespace: default
current-context: lke61870-ctx
```

<Callout icon="triangle-alert" color="#FF6B6B">
  If your Kubeconfig is ever compromised, **regenerate** it immediately to revoke the old credentials.
</Callout>

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## Kubernetes Dashboard & Node Pools

In the LKE dashboard, you’ll also find quick links for:

* Accessing the **Kubernetes Dashboard**
* Managing cluster **tags**
* **Deleting** the entire cluster

The **Node Pools** section lists each worker node, showing its IP address and status. You can:

* Recycle individual nodes or **all** nodes at once
* Enable **autoscaling** for dynamic scaling
* **Resize** node plans
* Delete individual nodes or entire node pools
* Create additional node pools

***

## Links and References

* [Linode Kubernetes Engine Quickstart](https://www.linode.com/docs/guides/kubernetes/)
* [Kubernetes Basics](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/overview/what-is-kubernetes/)
* [kubectl CLI Reference](https://kubernetes.io/docs/reference/kubectl/)

## Related Resources

| Resource   | Purpose                   | Example Command                                   |
| ---------- | ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- |
| Pod        | Basic unit of deployment  | `kubectl run nginx --image=nginx`                 |
| Deployment | Managed pods with scaling | `kubectl create deployment nginx --image=nginx`   |
| Service    | Network access to pods    | `kubectl expose deployment nginx --port=80`       |
| NodePool   | Worker node management    | Configure via LKE dashboard or Terraform provider |

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