# Administrator Guide

> Plan, install, configure, and operate a CubeCOS cluster.

Use this guide if you install or operate the CubeCOS platform. It brings together the concepts, procedures, troubleshooting information, and reference material needed to manage the cluster lifecycle.

## Start here {#start-here}

1. [Understand the CubeCOS architecture](../getting-started/architecture).
2. [Review deployment considerations](../getting-started/deployment-considerations).
3. [Choose a quick-start deployment](../quick-start/overview), or follow the [full installation guide](../installation/overview).
4. [Configure the cluster](../configuration/overview).
5. [Set up monitoring and routine maintenance](../maintenance/overview).

Use the navigation to find focused how-to guides, troubleshooting steps, and administrator reference material.

## Quick navigation {#quick-navigation}