# alinux-integration

Part of **ALINUX**

# Alibaba Cloud Linux OS Integration Console Guide

## Operations Overview

| Operation | Console Entry | Prerequisites | Description |
|----------|---------------|---------------|-------------|
| Submit OS Adaptation Certification | Partner Center > Product Ecosystem Integration Certification Center > Certification Application > Submit Certification Application | - Joined Alibaba Cloud Product & Solution Partner Program<br>- Have an Alibaba Cloud primary account | Submit a certification request to validate OS compatibility with Alibaba Cloud Linux and initiate technical integration. |

## Operation Steps

### Submit OS Adaptation Certification

**Navigation**: Partner Center > Product Ecosystem Integration Certification Center > Certification Application > Submit Certification Application

**Prerequisites**:
- Already joined the Alibaba Cloud Product and Solution Partner Program
- Possess an Alibaba Cloud primary account

1. Navigate to the Partner Center at https://partner.aliyun.com  
   - Element: (page) — main partner portal landing page

2. Click the **** link to join the partner program (if not already enrolled) 
 - Element: **** (link) — located in the main content area 
   - Notes: Skip this step if you are already a registered partner.

3. Go to the Product Ecosystem Integration Certification Center and click the **** button 
 - Element: **** (button) — located in the top-left section of the page 
   - Notes: The page displays a screenshot of the certification center interface.

4. On the application page, select **** as your partner type 
 - Element: **** (radio) — located at the top of the left-side panel 
   - Notes: A screenshot shows the partner type selection interface.

5. Navigate to ** > ** in the left menu and proceed 
 - Element: **** (link) — within the left navigation panel under "" 
   - Notes: This opens the certification submission form.

6. Fill in all required information in the application form  
   - Element: (form) — multi-field input section  
   - Notes: Ensure all mandatory fields are completed accurately.

7. Click the **** button to submit your certification application 
 - Element: **** (button) — located at the bottom of the form 
   - Notes: After submission, wait for approval. No immediate confirmation dialog appears, but the system processes the request.

8. Once approved, Alibaba Cloud business representatives will contact your company for technical onboarding  
   - Element: (notification) — external communication (email or phone)  
   - Notes: An Alibaba Cloud architect will assist with integration design, test resource allocation, and product deployment.

9. To check your certification status or retrieve your certificate, use the **** link 
 - Element: **** (link) — located in the main content area of the certification center 
   - Notes: You will need your certificate number to perform the lookup.

## Common Questions

Q: Where can I access the OS adaptation certification submission page?  
A: Go to the Alibaba Cloud Partner Center (https://partner.aliyun.com), then navigate to Product Ecosystem Integration Certification Center > Certification Application > Submit Certification Application.

Q: Do I need to be an official Alibaba Cloud partner before submitting certification?  
A: Yes. You must first join the Alibaba Cloud Product and Solution Partner Program using the **** link.

Q: Is there a fee for submitting OS adaptation certification?  
A: No. The certification process is free of charge, though you must cooperate with Alibaba Cloud on testing and integration activities.

Q: Can I modify my application after clicking ****? 
A: No. Once submitted, the application enters review. Contact your Alibaba Cloud business representative if corrections are needed.

Q: How do I verify that my OS has been certified?  
A: Use the **** link in the certification center and enter your assigned certificate number to view the result.

## Pricing & Billing

### Billing Model  
Free — the OS adaptation certification process does not incur any charges.

### Free Tier  
No explicit fees; the entire certification workflow is provided at no cost.

### Billing Notes  
While the certification itself is free, partners are expected to actively participate in technical integration, testing, and deployment activities coordinated by Alibaba Cloud. These collaborative efforts do not involve monetary billing but require engineering resources from the partner side.