Getting started with your VPS

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This guide outlines the basic steps to help you get started with your VPS.

Order & Access Details

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When you order a VPS with us, you will receive the following emails:

• Payment Confirmation Email
• Order Confirmation Email
• New VPS Information Email

These emails are important. Please keep a copy of them.

The New VPS Information Email contains:

• VPS IP Address
• Login details for CrownPanel
• Other important service details

Step 1: Login to CrownPanel

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After receiving your VPS details, the first step is to log in to CrownPanel.

CrownPanel is a VPS management panel that allows you to manage your server easily.

From CrownPanel, you can:

• Start, Stop, or Reboot your VPS
• Install or reinstall the Operating System
• Access the VPS console
• Monitor basic server details

Step 2: Install an Operating System

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Before accessing your VPS, you must install an Operating System (OS).

From CrownPanel:

1. Select your VPS
2. Click on Reinstall OS
3. Choose your preferred OS:
   • Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, etc.)
   • Windows Server

Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 3: Connect to Your VPS

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Once the OS is installed, you can connect to your VPS based on the OS type:

If using Linux (SSH Access)

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Secure Shell (SSH) is used to connect to your VPS command line.

• Host: Your VPS IP Address
• Username: root
• Password: Provided in the VPS email or set during reinstall

You can use an SSH client like:

• PuTTY (Windows)
• Terminal (Linux/macOS)

Note: When entering your password, it will not be visible. This is normal.

If using Windows (RDP Access)

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For Windows VPS, use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP):

1. Open Remote Desktop Connection
2. Enter your VPS IP Address
3. Login using Administrator credentials

Step 4: Change Your Password

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Changing your default password is highly recommended for security.

On Linux

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passwd root

Step 5: Update Your Operating System

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Keeping your VPS updated is important before installing any software.

On Debian/Ubuntu

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apt-get update && apt-get dist-upgrade -y

On CentOS / RHEL

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yum update -y

Additional Tips

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• Always use strong passwords
• Keep your system updated
• Consider changing your SSH port for added security
• Regularly back up your data