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How to Start, Stop, or Restart a Server

How to Start, Stop, or Restart a Server

  1. Go to your server's detail page.
  2. Use the power control buttons:
    • Power On — starts a stopped server.
    • Force Stop — immediately powers down the server (like pulling the plug).
    • Reboot — restarts the server (warm restart).
    • Graceful Shutdown — sends a shutdown signal to the OS for a clean shutdown.
  3. A confirmation message will appear after the action is submitted.

Warning: Force Stop does not give the OS time to shut down cleanly. Use Graceful Shutdown when possible.