Quickstart Navigation
01 / SETUP
Connecting via SSH
How to configure ed25519 public keys, disable root password logins, and connect securely.
02 / WORKSTATIONS
Windows RDP Setup
Configuring Remote Desktop Protocol, changing default ports, and enabling GPU acceleration.
03 / SECURITY
DDoS & Firewalls
Configuring UFW, IPTables, and optimizing Corero SmartWall L7 game mitigation filters.
04 / AUTOMATION
Automated Snapshots
Setting cron snapshot schedules, offsite S3 backups, and instant rollback restore points.
Connecting to Your Linux VPS
Once your server deploys (<60s), retrieve your static IPv4 from your email or dashboard, and run the following in your terminal:
ssh root@your-server-ip
We recommend disabling password authentication immediately and attaching your SSH key:
ssh-copy-id -i ~/.ssh/id_ed25519.pub root@your-server-ip
Connecting to Windows RDP Instances
For Windows Server 2022/2025 or Windows 11 instances:
- Launch Remote Desktop Connection on Windows (or Microsoft Remote Desktop on macOS).
- In the Computer field, input your assigned static IPv4:
103.xxx.xxx.xxx. - Log in with user
Administratorand your temporary provisioning password. - You will immediately be prompted to define your personal private administrator password.
Data Center Facility Specs
All HostCraft nodes are housed in carrier-neutral Tier-3/4 facilities equipped with:
- Dual Power Feeds: 2N UPS battery backup with Caterpillar on-site diesel generators.
- Cooling Systems: N+1 redundant chilled water precision air conditioning maintaining 20°C ± 2°C.
- Physical Security: 24/7 CCTV surveillance, biometric multi-factor mantrap access, and escort protocols.