How do I enable VNC access to my server?
To enable the VNC console (what it is and why you need it), do the following:
1. Log in to the VDS control panel
2. Make sure the server is powered on (its status is "Running"). If the server is stopped, start it:
3. If VNC access is disabled, enable it:
4. VNC will be connected within a minute. After that you can try launching the built-in VNC client right in your browser:
If the built-in VNC client does not work for you for some reason, use the TightVNC client to access the server console!
Step-by-step instructions (with your actual access details) are available in the VDS control panel.
Step-by-step instructions (with your actual access details) are available in the VDS control panel.
See also: FAQ on working with the VNC console
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