You run kubectl top nodes and see one node with very high CPU usage but low memory usage. What is the best next step?

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Kubernetes - Monitoring and Logging

You run kubectl top nodes and see one node with very high CPU usage but low memory usage. What is the best next step?

ACheck which pods are using the most CPU on that node

BRestart the node immediately

CIgnore it if memory is low

DDelete all pods on that node

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Analyze node CPU usage
High CPU usage means some pods or processes are consuming CPU heavily.
Step 2: Identify pods causing high CPU
Check pods on that node to find which ones use most CPU before taking action.
Final Answer:
Check which pods are using the most CPU on that node -> Option A
Quick Check:
High CPU node = Check pods CPU usage [OK]

Quick Trick: Find high CPU pods before restarting nodes [OK]

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