Lab 3 - Configure your local kubectl to access your virtual K8s (Optional)
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In this lab, we will learn the following:

•  Download the kubeconfig file to access your virtual k8s

**Exercise 1 - Log into F5 Distributed Cloud Console**


#. Click the distributed apps tile on the F5 Distributed Cloud Services home page.

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#. Click virtual K8s under the applications section.

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#. Click the three dots under the "Action" column and then click **Kubeconfig**.

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#. When prompted to select an expiration date, pick a future date that will give you adequate time to complete the lab.

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#. If your browser prompts you for a location to download the file, select a directory you prefer and click **Save**.

#. Click the config kubeconfig is downloaded, and follow the Kubernetes documentation to configure your local kubctl tool. 

    `Organizing Cluster Access Using kubeconfig Files <https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig/>`_

#. Once you have configured your local kubectl tool, you will be able to manage your virtual k8s using kubectl commands.