Getting Started with Linux
If you are installing a Linux-based operating system for the first time, this guide will help you with your initial login and basic connectivity.
Your Login Credentials
After a clean installation, the default SSH port 22 is active. Use the following credentials to establish your first connection:
Security Note: For your protection, we do not store or record your root password. Please ensure you keep it in a secure location, such as a password manager.
How to Connect
Find your IP address or Hostname in the PowerPanel under Hardware → Server Management by clicking the Details button for your server.
ssh root@[your-server-ip]
ssh root@[your-hostname]
During the first login, you will be asked to trust the server's fingerprint. Type yes, press Enter, and then provide your root password when prompted.
Issues after installation?
If there are any problems directly after the new installation, please open a support ticket in your PowerPanel.