How to Configure SSH Access - Complete Beginner’s Guide

Question: How do I access my Proxmox server via SSH?

Answer: Multiple options available

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How to Use SSH

Enable SSH

# Install
apt install openssh-server
 
# Enable
systemctl enable ssh
 
# Start
systemctl start ssh

Connect from Client

ssh root@192.168.1.100

Use SSH Key

ssh -i ~/.ssh/key root@192.168.1.100

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How to Secure SSH

# Disable root login
nano /etc/ssh/sshd_config
# PermitRootLogin no
 
# Restart
systemctl restart ssh

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