How to Access the Cloud VPS

After creating a Cloud VPS on SeFlow, you can access the server using the credentials defined during its configuration. The access method depends on the selected operating system:

• Linux → access via SSH;
• Windows Server → access via Remote Desktop (RDP).

Accessing a Linux Cloud VPS (SSH)

SSH (Secure Shell) is a secure protocol that allows you to connect to your server through the terminal. It is the recommended method for managing Linux Cloud VPS instances.

1. Requirements for SSH Access

• a public IP address assigned to the Cloud VPS;
• the SSH port (usually 22);
• access credentials:
  • username: typically root;
  • password, or an SSH key if one was added during creation.

2. Access from Linux or macOS

Open the terminal and run:

ssh [email protected]_vps

If you're using a private key:

ssh -i /path/to/private_key [email protected]_vps

3. Access from Windows

You can connect using:

• PowerShell or Command Prompt with the built-in SSH client;
• a graphical client such as PuTTY or Windows Terminal.

Example command from PowerShell:

ssh [email protected]_vps

4. Common SSH Errors

• SSH port blocked by firewall rules;
• private key does not match the public key uploaded in the VPS;
• public IP not reachable from your network.

Accessing a Windows Cloud VPS (Remote Desktop – RDP)

For Cloud VPS instances running Windows Server, access is provided through RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol).

1. Requirements for RDP Access

• a public IP address assigned to the Cloud VPS;
• the RDP port (usually 3389);
• access credentials:
  • username: Administrator;
  • password set during VPS creation.

2. Access from Windows

Open the application Remote Desktop Connection and enter:

• the VPS public IP in the “Computer” field;
• your Administrator credentials when prompted.

You can alternatively use the command:

mstsc /v:VPS_ip_address

3. Access from macOS

On macOS, install and use the free Microsoft Remote Desktop client available on the Mac App Store.

4. Common RDP Errors

• RDP port blocked by the firewall;
• incorrect or outdated password;
• RDP certificate not accepted during connection.

Access via Console from the SeFlow Panel

If SSH or RDP access fails, you can always connect using the Cloud VPS Console available in the SeFlow panel. The console allows you to:

• access the server even when network settings are misconfigured;
• interact with the VPS as if you were physically in front of it;
• fix issues related to firewall, SSH, or RDP configuration.

Summary of Access Methods

• Linux Cloud VPS → SSH (Linux/macOS terminals, PowerShell, PuTTY)
• Windows Cloud VPS → RDP (Remote Desktop Connection, Microsoft Remote Desktop)
• All VPS → Console via SeFlow panel (emergency access)