How to Access VPS Using SSH

SSH (Secure Shell) allows you to securely connect to and manage your VPS server remotely.

Requirements

Before connecting, ensure you have:

• VPS IP Address

• Root Username

• Root Password or SSH Key

Example:

IP Address: 203.0.113.10

Username: root

Windows Users

Using PuTTY

1. Download and install PuTTY.

2. Open PuTTY.

3. Enter your VPS IP Address.

4. Port: 22

5. Connection Type: SSH

6. Click Open.

When prompted:

Login as: root

Enter your password.

Linux & macOS Users

Open Terminal and run:

ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP

Example:

ssh root@203.0.113.10

Enter your password when requested.

Basic Commands

Check system information:

uname -a

Check disk usage:

df -h

Check memory usage:

free -m

Update Ubuntu:

apt update && apt upgrade -y

Restart server:

reboot

Security Recommendations

• Change the default root password.

• Create a non-root administrator account.

• Configure a firewall.

• Disable password authentication when using SSH keys.

• Keep your operating system updated.

Troubleshooting

If SSH connection fails:

• Verify Port 22 is open.

• Confirm the server is online.

• Check firewall settings.

• Verify your IP is not blocked.

For assistance, contact JKReseller Support.