How do I use the Recovery Console for my VPS?

This article will show you how to access the Recovery Console within your Virtual Private Server.

If you’ve been locked out of your Virtual Server, you can follow the steps below to regain access by using the Recover Console.

Please note: the following article was originally created for our current generation of Virtual Private Servers. As such, these instructions may not be relevant to our previous generation of Virtual Private Servers.

Important: before getting started, you will need the username and password for your Virtual Server. If you’re not sure where to find these details, please read the following articles:

Step 1 of 5

Start by logging in to your 123 Reg Control Panel.

Step 2 of 5

Next, select Servers within the ‘All Products and Services’ section.

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Find the VPS you wish to use and click Manage opposite it.

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You will now be taken to your dashboard. From here, select Recovery Console.

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Press Enter on your keyboard, which will allow you to make any changes via your Recovery Console.