Connecting to your server for the first time

 

 

How to Log Into Windows

  1. Open Remote Desktop Connection Manager on Windows. This application is usually pre-installed.
  2. Enter the IP address of your server, provided in your email or found in your client area on My.Hostacks.com.
  3. Type your Username (Administrator) and the password from your RDP.
  4. If a message appears (common on first start), simply press "Yes".

How to Log Into Linux OS

  1. Open your terminal:
    • Windows: CMD or Terminal
    • Mac: Terminal
    • Linux: Terminal
  2. Connect to your server using SSH:
    ssh USERNAME@IP
  3. When prompted with an SSH fingerprint request, type "yes".
  4. Enter your password, which was sent to your email and is also available in your client area under "Access data."

How to Gain Root Access on Linux Distributions

  1. Once logged in, type:
    sudo passwd
    The server will prompt you to enter a new password and confirm it.
  2. Log into root with:
    sudo su

How to Connect Using Android

  1. Download and install the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the Google Play Store.
  2. Open the app and tap on the + (plus) icon to add a new connection.
  3. Enter the IP address of your server, username (Administrator), and password.
  4. Tap Save, then tap on the connection to log in.

How to Connect Using iOS

  1. Download and install the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the App Store.
  2. Open the app and tap on the + (plus) icon to add a new connection.
  3. Enter the IP address of your server, username (Administrator), and password.
  4. Tap Save, then tap on the connection to log in.

Usernames for Different Operating Systems

To use your server, you need to know the appropriate username for each OS:

  • Windows: Administrator
  • Debian: debian
  • CentOS: centos
  • Ubuntu: ubuntu

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