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Connect to an Ubuntu or Linux server using SSH (Secure Shell)

You can connect to a Linux server using SSH (Secure Shell).

Updated over a week ago

You can connect to a Linux-based VPS using SSH (Secure Shell), which provides secure command-line access to your server without the need for a graphical interface.

⚠️ Note: Most QuantVPS services are provisioned with Windows Server 2022 by default. However, you can reinstall between operating systems (e.g., switching from Windows to Ubuntu or vice versa) at any time from your user dashboard by navigating to Control Panel → Reinstall Operating System and selecting the relevant OS. Please note that this is a fresh installation — all existing data will be erased unless you back up your files and manually restore them after the reinstall.

This article is intended for QuantVPS users running Ubuntu 20.04, 22.04, or 24.04. It does not apply to VPS instances running Windows Server.

This method is commonly used by developers and advanced users who are managing Linux-based servers, running API services, or performing remote automation — and do not require the graphical interface that Windows typically provides.

Important Login Note

Even if your QuantVPS dashboard displays the default username as Administrator, that applies only to Windows-based servers. For Ubuntu/Linux servers, your SSH username is: "Root"

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Windows Option 1: Using Command Prompt or PowerShell

  1. Open Command Prompt or PowerShell

  2. Run the following command (replace with your server’s IP address):

ssh root@your.server.ip.address

When prompted, enter your password

Windows Option 2: Using PuTTY (Graphical Interface)

  1. Download and install PuTTY

  2. Open PuTTY and enter your server IP in the “Host Name” field

  3. Set Port to 22 and connection type to SSH

  4. Click Open

  5. When prompted, login as: root

  6. Enter your password

On macOS or Linux:

  1. Open Terminal

  2. Run the following command:

ssh root@your.server.ip.address

Type your password when prompted


⚠️ First Time Connecting?

You may see a security prompt about the server’s authenticity. This is normal — just type yes to continue.


🤝 Need Assistance?

If any part of the setup feels unclear, the QuantVPS team is happy to help. If you’d like us to verify your environment from our side, feel free to open a support ticket and get connected with the team: https://www.quantvps.com/

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