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    VNC Console Access

    Browser-based access to your instance when SSH is unavailable

    The VNC console provides browser-based access to your instance's display, allowing you to interact with your server even when SSH is unavailable.

    When to Use VNC Console

    SSH Issues

    SSH not working due to network or firewall issues

    Network Configuration

    Need to configure network settings

    Troubleshooting

    System is unresponsive and you need to see what's happening

    ISO Installation

    Installing an operating system from ISO

    Accessing VNC Console

    1. Log into the Cloud Control Panel
    2. Select your instance from the Instances tab
    3. Click the Console tab at the top of the instance details page
    4. The VNC console will load in your browser
    VNC Console Access

    Using the VNC Console

    Keyboard Input

    You can type directly into the VNC console. The console supports standard keyboard input, though some special key combinations may need to be sent using the console's menu.

    To send special key combinations like Ctrl+Alt+Del, use the "Send Keys" button in the console toolbar.

    Copy & Paste

    Copy and paste functionality in VNC console is limited. For transferring large amounts of text or code, it's better to use SSH once network access is restored.

    Use SSH for complex operations requiring clipboard access.

    Console Limitations

    • Performance: VNC console may be slower than SSH, especially for text-heavy operations
    • Resolution: Console resolution is fixed and may not match your browser window size
    • Clipboard: Copy/paste between your computer and the console is limited
    • Timeout: Console sessions may timeout after periods of inactivity

    Troubleshooting Console Access

    Console Shows Blank Screen

    If the console shows a blank screen, try:

    • Pressing Enter to wake up the console
    • Clicking the "Send Ctrl+Alt+Del" button
    • Refreshing the browser page
    • Checking if the instance is actually running

    Console Won't Connect

    If the console fails to connect:

    • Check that the instance is powered on
    • Try a different web browser
    • Disable browser extensions that might interfere
    • Clear your browser cache and cookies

    Essential Recovery Tool

    The VNC console is always available regardless of your instance's network configuration, making it an essential tool for recovery situations. However, SSH should be your primary access method for day-to-day operations.