How do I open my server console?

You can reach your server's screen from your browser, with nothing extra to install. The console works even if SSH stops working or your firewall locks you out.

Opening the console

1. Open My Servers in the panel and click your server.
2. Open the VNC Console or Serial Console tool.
3. Click the screen. Keyboard and mouse only reach the server after you click it.

Which one should I use?

• VNC Console: you see the server's screen. Use it for Windows, installers and boot problems.
• Serial Console: a text login. It's handy for command-line work on Linux servers.

Good to know

• Your browser's copy and paste shortcuts don't work on the VNC screen. Send long text or a password with Send Text.
• Use the Ctrl+Alt+Del button for the Windows sign-in screen.
• Installers start with a US keyboard. If special characters come out differently, use Send Text again.