How to Log in to Your Voxfor Lifetime Linux VPS for the First Time: Password Change and Management

Getting started with your VoxforLinux VPS involves some critical steps to secure your server and begin managing it. You will learn to access your dashboard, initial login steps, and reconnect after the mandatory password update for increased security.

What is a VPS, and Why Use Voxfor Lifetime Linux VPS?

A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a virtualized server that provides dedicated resources on a physical server shared among multiple users. VPS hosting offers the flexibility of a dedicated server but at a fraction of the cost.

Why Choose Voxfor?

• Lifetime VPS Hosting: Voxfor offers a Lifetime VPS, which will help you keep your Hosting costs at a minimum in the Long term.
• User-friendly Interface: Voxfor provides an easy interface for managing VPS servers.
• Customizability: Offers high-speed servers with customizable configurations.
• Comprehensive Tools: Provides features like backups, server reboots, and monitoring.

Accessing Your Dashboard and Server Details

The first step to managing your Voxfor VPS is accessing the Voxfor dashboard, where all your server details are available. Upon purchase of your VPS, your login credentials and server details are sent to your registered email. Alternatively, you can access them directly through the dashboard.

Steps to Access the Dashboard:

1. Open your preferred web browser, type https://my.voxfor.com/login in the address bar, and press Enter to access the login page.

2. On the login page, you’ll see fields requesting your email address and password. Enter your registered email and your password in the fields. After filling in both fields, click the “Login” button to access your account.

In the dashboard, navigate to Services > Active Products/Services, where you’ll find:

• Host Name/IP Address: This is the unique IP address assigned to your VPS. You’ll use it to establish a connection via SSH or remote desktop protocols.
• Username: Usually set as “root” for administrative privileges, this username grants you complete control over the server’s configurations and operations.
• Password: This is the root password associated with your VPS. You’ll need it alongside the username to securely authenticate your access to the server.

First-Time Login and Password Updation

When accessing your server for the first time, you’ll connect using SSH and then be required to update your password for security reasons. Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Connect to Your Server

1. Open PuTTY (or any SSH client).

2. To start using PuTTY, first open up the application. In the Host Name field, type in your VPS server’s IP address. Then, in the Port field, enter the port value as 22/default for SSH connections. Once the IP address and port are entered, establish the connection to your VPS server by clicking the open button. A terminal will open, where you can begin interacting with your server.

3. When you connect to your VPS server for the first time, PuTTY will display a Security Alert. This message informs you that the server’s host key is not cached, meaning PuTTY has yet to see this server. You have three options: click Accept to save the server’s key for future connections (recommended if you trust the server), click Connect Once to proceed without saving the key (you’ll see the alert again next time), or click Cancel to abort the connection if you do not trust the server. Typically, selecting Accept is the best option for trusted servers.

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Step 2: Authenticate with Credentials

After the connection is established, you will be prompted to enter your username for the VPS. Type your username and press Enter. Next, you will be asked for your password. Note that while entering the password, it won’t appear on the screen for security reasons (no characters or asterisks will be visible). Type your password carefully and press Enter again to proceed. Once authenticated, you will have access to the command line interface of your VPS.

Note: The screen will not display the password typed, for security reasons.

Step 3: Update Your Password

The system will ask you to change the initial password. It will only do so after logging in, though:

1. Enter your Current Password: After logging in, type the current password that was provided to you to verify your identity before changing it.
2. Type a new password and press Enter: Choose a new password, input it carefully, and press Enter to set it as your updated login credential.
3. Re-enter the new password for confirmation: Retype it exactly as before to confirm it, confirming there are no typos, then press Enter to finalize.

Note: The screen will not display the password typed, for security reasons.

Reconnecting After Password Update

Your SSH session will automatically terminate for increased security after the password change. To reconnect:

1. Open PuTTY again and enter the same IP address and port (22).

2. Use the updated password to log in.

Once reconnected, you will have full access to your server and can begin managing it.

Navigating the Voxfor Dashboard

The Voxfor dashboard is your hub for managing your VPS and related services. Key features include:

1. Services: View active VPS instances.
2. Domains, Invoices, and Tickets: Access related tools.
3. Active Products/Services: Check the status of your VPS.

To manage your VPS:

1. Go to Services in the dashboard.
2. Select your VPS to view and configure server details.

Accessing Server Details

In the server configuration page, you’ll find:

• Host Name/IP Address: Used for SSH or remote connections.
• Username: Typically root.
• Password: The root password for access.

Keep these details secure and use them to establish an SSH connection.

Note: Use your New Password, which you set after the initial login

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Forgot Password

On the login page, use a link to reset your password.

Unable to Connect via SSH

• Double-check the IP address and port.
• Make sure that SSH connections are not blocked on your network.
• Reboot the VPS using the dashboard if necessary.

Security Alert in PuTTY

It is normal for first-time connections. Click Accept to proceed.

Incorrect Password

Verify the password from the dashboard and avoid copying extra spaces.

Conclusion

Accessing and managing your Voxfor VPS is easy when you follow the correct steps. Begin by retrieving your server details from the dashboard or email, then complete the initial connection and password update. Reconnect securely to start using your server. For further assistance, contact Voxfor support through the Support section in your dashboard.

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