The VPS console, also called VNC, lets you view and control the VPS even when SSH or Remote Desktop is not working. Use it for first boot checks, recovery screens, firewall lockouts, failed updates, and password recovery work.
The console is mainly for troubleshooting and recovery. Use SSH or Remote Desktop for normal day-to-day administration once the VPS is reachable.
- Open your VPS service from the client area.
- Open the VPS control panel.
- Click the console or VNC button on the VPS overview page.
- Wait for the console window to open. If the screen is black, move the mouse or press a key once.
- Use the console to sign in, view boot errors, or complete recovery steps.
If the console shows an installer or recovery ISO after you are finished, remove the ISO from the VPS settings and set the boot order back to the disk.
When to use VNC
| Situation | Why VNC helps |
|---|---|
| SSH or Remote Desktop will not connect | The console still works even when the guest network or firewall is broken. |
| The VPS is stuck on boot | You can see the boot message or recovery screen directly. |
| You mounted an ISO | You can press keys, choose recovery options, and complete installer screens. |
| Password recovery | You can use recovery tools that are not reachable from a normal remote login. |
VNC is slower than SSH or Remote Desktop, so use it for recovery and initial access rather than normal daily work.
