Configuring networking in OpenStack can be a bewildering experience. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for both OpenStack Networking (neutron) and the legacy networking (nova-network) service. If you are unsure which to use, we recommend trying OpenStack Networking because it offers a considerable number of features and flexibility including plug-ins for a variety of emerging products supporting virtual networking. See the Networking chapter of the OpenStack Cloud Administrator Guide for more information.

Your OpenStack environment now includes the core components necessary to launch a basic instance. You can launch an instance or add more services to your environment in the following chapters.