How to Log In to Your VPS via Remote Desktop Connection

Follow this step-by-step guide to log in to your VPS through HTNetwork using the built-in Remote Desktop Connection (RDC) app on Windows.

Step 1: Log In to Your HTNetwork Account

• 1. Open your web browser and go to HTNetwork's website.
• 2. Click the Login button located at the top-right corner of the homepage.
• 3. Enter your email address and password linked to your HTNetwork account.
• 4. Press Login to access your account dashboard.

Step 2: Access Your VPS in the HTNetwork Client Area

• 1. After logging in, click on My Products & Services from the dashboard or navigation menu.
• 2. In this section, find the VPS service you wish to access.
• 3. Click the service name or the View Details button next to it. This will take you to the service details page.
• 4. Under the Overview section, you will see an Information button. Click it, and it will load the Virtualizor control panel for your VPS. This may take a few seconds.

Step 3: Retrieve Your VPS Login Information from Virtualizor

• 1. After the Virtualizor panel loads, you will find essential details about your VPS, including:
  • Server IP address: This is the unique address you will use to connect to the VPS. It will look something like this: 123.45.67.89. An IP address is made up of four groups of numbers, each ranging from 0 to 255, separated by dots.
  • Username: This is often the default username like Administrator.
  • Password: This is the root password you’ll use to log into your VPS.
• 2. Take note of these details, as you will need them for the next step.

Step 4: Open the Remote Desktop Connection Application

• 1. On your Windows computer, press the Windows key or open the Start menu.
• 2. Type Remote Desktop Connection in the search bar and click to open the application.
• 3. In the Computer field, enter the Server IP address you retrieved from the Virtualizor panel (e.g., 123.45.67.89).
• 4. Click Connect.

Step 5: Log In to Your VPS

• 1. A window will pop up asking for your login credentials:
  • Enter the Username (likely Administrator) as displayed in the Virtualizor panel.
  • Enter the Password (your root password).
• 2. Click OK to proceed.

Step 6: Accept the Certificate Warning (If Prompted)

If a certificate warning appears, don’t worry. This is normal. Click Yes to continue connecting to your VPS.

Step 7: Accessing Your VPS

Once you complete these steps, you will be successfully logged into your VPS and can start managing it via Remote Desktop. You’ll now have full control over your server to perform tasks such as installing software, managing files, and configuring settings.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Incorrect Password: Ensure that you have copied the correct root password from the Virtualizor panel. If needed, reset the password within the panel.
• Connection Issues: Verify that your firewall or security settings allow Remote Desktop connections. Additionally, make sure your VPS is running and accessible from the Virtualizor control panel.
• RDP Disabled: If Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is disabled on your VPS, you might need to enable it from your server’s control panel in Virtualizor.