How to Reboot or Shut Down Your VPS Safely Print

Knowing how to properly reboot or shut down your VPS is essential to avoid data loss, file corruption, or service interruptions. This guide explains how to safely reboot or power off your VPS using the command line and the Virtualizor control panel provided by Hosteons.

Method 1: Reboot or Shut Down from the Command Line

Step 1: Connect to Your VPS via SSH

Use your terminal or SSH client:

ssh root@your_server_ip

Replace your_server_ip with your actual VPS IP address.

Step 2: Reboot the VPS

To safely reboot your server:

reboot

or

shutdown -r now

Step 3: Shut Down the VPS

To power off your VPS:

shutdown now

or

poweroff

Method 2: Reboot or Shut Down from Virtualizor Control Panel

If you are unable to access your VPS via SSH, you can manage it from the Virtualizor panel.

Step 1: Log in to the Hosteons Client Area

Go to https://my.hosteons.com

Navigate to Services > VPS and select your VPS.

Step 2: Open the Virtualizor Control Panel

Click on “View VPS” or “Manage VPS” to access the Virtualizor dashboard.

Step 3: Use the Power Controls

• Click Reboot to restart the VPS safely

• Click Shutdown to power it off

• You can also use Start or Force Stop if needed (force stop should be used as a last resort)

Best Practices

• Always save and close files or running applications before shutting down.

• Use reboot or shutdown commands instead of forcefully powering off.

• Use the Virtualizor control panel if SSH is unavailable.

• Back up important data regularly in case of unexpected shutdowns or issues.

Conclusion

Rebooting or shutting down your VPS safely ensures data integrity and system stability. Use SSH or the Virtualizor panel provided by Hosteons to manage power actions properly.

If you encounter issues or your VPS becomes unresponsive, contact Hosteons Support for assistance.