# Gcore Hosting > Order and manage Gcore Dedicated Servers and Virtual Servers with BGP, DDoS protection, link aggregation, DNS hosting, billing, and account management. - [Hosting](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting.md): Order and manage Gcore Dedicated Servers and Virtual Servers with BGP, DDoS protection, link aggregation, DNS hosting, billing, and account management. ## Dedicated servers - [Overview](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/about-dedicated-servers.md): Deploy Gcore Dedicated Servers for resource-intensive workloads, data storage, and non-virtualized applications, with IPMI included for independent OS installation. ## Before purchase - [Test network connectivity before buying a server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/before-purchase/test-the-connectivity-between-your-location-and-the-server-you-want-to-buy.md): Use the Gcore Looking Glass tool to test connectivity between an IP address and Gcore server nodes via BGP, PING, and TRACEROUTE commands. - [Order a dedicated server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/order-a-dedicated-server.md): Create a Dedicated Server order via the Hosting Portal or website by selecting a tariff, configuring parameters, and completing payment. - [Upgrade your dedicated server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/upgrade-your-dedicated-server.md): Change Dedicated Server hardware specifications via a support ticket or update the internet plan independently in the Hosting Portal. ## Manage - [Access DCImanager](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/log-in-to-dcimanager.md): Access DCImanager to manage a dedicated server, restart it, or power it off directly from the Gcore Hosting Portal via the To panel button. - [Log in to IPMI](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/log-in-to-ipmi.md): Access the IPMI interface for a dedicated server via DCImanager to remotely monitor and manage server hardware, power, and OS reinstallation. ## Connect - [Connect to a Windows server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/connect/connect-to-a-windows-server.md): Connect to a Windows server via Remote Desktop Connection using IP address and credentials retrieved from the Gcore Hosting portal or the activation email. - [Connect to a Linux server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/connect/connect-to-a-linux-server.md): Connect to a dedicated Linux server via SSH using credentials from the Gcore Hosting portal or the activation email. - [Manage SSH keys](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/manage-ssh-keys.md): Manage SSH keys for Gcore Linux virtual servers, generate a key pair, copy a public key to the server, connect via SSH key, and remove keys from authorized_keys. - [Change the port for SSH connections](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/change-the-port-for-ssh-connections.md): Change the SSH listening port on a Linux virtual server by editing sshd_config, restarting the SSH service, and updating firewall rules. ## Operating system - [Install a Linux OS from your ISO image](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/operating-system/install-a-linux-os-from-your-iso-image.md): Install a custom Linux OS on a dedicated server by uploading an ISO image to DCImanager and booting from it with the Load from ISO-image operation. - [Install a Linux OS from a template](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/operating-system/install-a-linux-os-from-a-template.md): Install or reinstall a Linux OS on a dedicated server using a template in DCImanager - select the OS, configure drive layout, and set access credentials. ## Networking ## Additional IP addresses - [Buy an additional IP address](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/networking/additional-ip-addresses/buy-an-additional-ip-address.md): Order additional IPv4 and IPv6 addresses for dedicated servers and virtual private servers in the Gcore Hosting Portal. - [Configure an additional IP address](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/networking/additional-ip-addresses/configure-an-additional-ip-address.md): Configure additional IPv4 and IPv6 addresses on virtual private and dedicated servers via OS network settings on Debian, Ubuntu, and CentOS. - [Connect dedicated servers into a VLAN](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/networking/connect-dedicated-servers-into-a-vlan.md): Configure a VLAN on dedicated server switch ports in DCImanager to connect servers into a virtual local network. - [Configure a 10 Gbps network card](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/networking/configure-a-10-gbps-network-card.md): Configure a 10 Gbps network interface on a Dedicated Server running Ubuntu, Debian, or CentOS using the ip and ethtool commands. - [Set up a PTR record](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/set-up-a-ptr-record.md): Configure PTR records for virtual private and dedicated servers to map IP addresses to domain names for email server identification. - [Reboot a server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/reboot-a-server.md): Restart a dedicated server from the Hosting Portal or DCImanager. - [Dedicated server statistics](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/check-statistics-of-your-dedicated-server.md): View daily incoming and outgoing traffic charts and monthly usage overage for dedicated servers via the Hosting Portal Statistics button. - [Delete a dedicated server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/delete-a-dedicated-server.md): Delete a dedicated server in the Hosting Portal to remove the server, erase all data, and stop billing charges. ## Troubleshooting - [Server suspended for non-payment](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-a-server-that-was-suspended-for-non-payment.md): Troubleshoot a suspended virtual server by recharging the account balance or reactivating through auto payment; check payment status in Payments and Expenses. - [Server not responding to ping requests](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-a-server-that-is-not-responding-to-ping-requests.md): Troubleshoot ping failures on hosting servers, ISO network config, unconfigured additional IP, and Great Firewall blocking. - [IP address is in blocklists](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/remove-your-ip-address-from-blacklists.md): Check if a hosting server IP address is flagged by email reputation services and request removal from the listing. - [Troubleshoot errors with ISO image installation](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-errors-with-iso-image-installation.md): Troubleshoot ISO image upload and mounting errors in Dedicated Servers - check lowercase .iso extension, 9 GB size limit, and four-image limit per account. - [Troubleshoot IPMI errors](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-ipmi-errors.md): Diagnose IPMI connection errors on dedicated servers - autocomplete failures, error 1006, URL unavailability, and remote console failures via DCImanager. - [Incorrect IP location](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-issues-with-an-incorrect-ip-location.md): Troubleshoot incorrect IP geolocation by verifying location data in MaxMind and RIPE databases and contacting support to submit a location update request. - [Troubleshoot issues with SSH connection](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-issues-with-ssh-connection.md): Troubleshoot SSH connection failures by checking port 22, verifying credentials in the Hosting portal, and accessing the OS via VNC. - [Troubleshoot packet loss and high ping](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-packet-loss-or-high-ping.md): Troubleshoot packet loss and high ping on dedicated servers - disable VPN or proxy, revert network settings, or collect diagnostics and contact support. ## Virtual servers - [About Virtual Servers](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/about-virtual-servers.md): Deploy KVM-based Virtual Servers in KVM-SSD and KVM-HIGHCPU-SSD configurations with guaranteed resource allocation, SSD storage, SSH access, and VNC console. ## Before purchase - [Choose a virtual server for your needs](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/before-purchase/choose-a-virtual-server-for-your-needs.md): Compare Virtual Server plan types KVM-SSD and KVM-HIGHCPU-SSD to select the right configuration by hardware specs, data center location, and OS support. - [Test network connectivity before buying a server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/before-purchase/test-the-connectivity-between-your-location-and-the-server-you-want-to-buy.md): Use the Gcore Looking Glass tool to test connectivity between an IP address and Gcore server nodes via BGP, PING, and TRACEROUTE commands. - [Order a virtual server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/order-a-virtual-server.md): Order a virtual server in the Gcore Hosting portal by selecting a plan and data center, configuring the OS, IP addresses, and domain name, then completing payment. - [Upgrade your virtual server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/upgrade-your-virtual-server.md): Request a tariff plan upgrade for a virtual server by submitting a support ticket with the server ID and target plan name. ## Manage - [Features and functions of VMmanager 6](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/main-features-and-functions-of-vmmanager-6.md): Manage virtual servers in VMmanager 6 - stop, restart, suspend, reinstall OS, mount ISO images, change passwords, manage disks, access VNC, run scripts, and enable recovery mode. ## Connect - [Connect to a Windows server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/connect/connect-to-a-windows-server.md): Connect to a Windows server via Remote Desktop Connection using IP address and credentials retrieved from the Gcore Hosting portal or the activation email. ## Linux server - [Connect to a Linux server via control panel](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/connect-to-a-linux-server-via-control-panel.md): Access a Linux virtual server terminal console through the VMmanager control panel browser-based VNC session. - [Connect to a Linux server via SSH](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/connect-to-linux-server-via-ssh.md): Connect to Linux virtual servers via SSH using credentials from the Hosting portal Instructions tab, from any terminal on macOS, Linux, or Windows. - [Manage SSH keys](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/manage-ssh-keys.md): Manage SSH keys for Gcore Linux virtual servers, generate a key pair, copy a public key to the server, connect via SSH key, and remove keys from authorized_keys. - [Change the port for SSH connections](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/linux-server/change-the-port-for-ssh-connections.md): Change the SSH listening port on a Linux virtual server by editing sshd_config, restarting the SSH service, and updating firewall rules. - [Connect to a virtual server via VNC in VMmanager 6](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/connect/connect-to-a-virtual-server-via-vnc.md): Connect to a virtual server via VNC console in VMmanager 6 using credentials retrieved from the Hosting Portal Instructions page or the activation email. - [Install GUI (desktop environment) on Ubuntu, CentOS and Debian](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/install-gui-desktop-environment-on-ubuntu-centos-and-debian.md): Install XFCE desktop environment on Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian virtual servers via SSH or VNC using package managers and display managers like lightdm or gdm3. ## Operating system - [Order a Windows Server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/operating-system/buy-a-windows-server.md): Order a Windows Server VPS in the Gcore Hosting portal - available for KVM-SSD-4 and KVM-HIGHCPU-SSD-4 plans and higher with Windows Server 2019 or 2022. - [Install an OS from a template](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/operating-system/install-a-linux-os-from-a-template.md): Reinstall an operating system on a virtual server from OS templates in VMmanager 6 - select CentOS, Debian, FreeBSD, or Ubuntu and configure application scripts. - [Install an OS from an ISO image](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/operating-system/install-a-linux-os-from-your-iso-image.md): Install an operating system on a virtual server from an ISO image in VMmanager 6 - provide an ISO image URL, mount it, and complete installation via VNC. - [Install an operating system from a template in VMmanager 6](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/operating-system/install-an-os-from-a-template-in-vmmanager-6.md): Reinstall an operating system from a template in VMmanager 6 - choose from CentOS, Debian, FreeBSD, or Ubuntu and configure scripts and password. - [Install an OS from an ISO image in VMmanager 6](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/operating-system/install-an-os-from-iso-in-vmmanager-6.md): Mount an ISO image to a virtual server in VMmanager 6 to install a custom OS - provide an HTTP, HTTPS, or FTP URL up to 8 GB and complete installation via VNC. ## Networking - [Allocate an IPv6 address in VMmanager 6](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/networking/allocate-an-ipv6-address-in-vmmanager-6.md): Allocate IPv6 addresses to virtual servers in VMmanager 6 - view assigned addresses in the Virtual machines tab and configure additional IPs via OS settings. ## Additional IP addresses - [Buy an additional IP address](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/manage/networking/additional-ip-addresses/buy-an-additional-ip-address.md): Order additional IPv4 and IPv6 addresses for dedicated servers and virtual private servers in the Gcore Hosting Portal. - [Configure an additional IP address](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/networking/additional-ip-addresses/configure-an-additional-ip-address.md): Configure additional IPv4 and IPv6 addresses on virtual private and dedicated servers via OS network settings on Debian, Ubuntu, and CentOS. - [Set up a PTR record](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/manage/set-up-a-ptr-record.md): Configure PTR records for virtual private and dedicated servers to map IP addresses to domain names for email server identification. - [Delete a virtual server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/delete-a-virtual-server.md): Delete a virtual server from the Gcore Hosting Portal and understand the minimum service term restriction that blocks early deletion. ## Troubleshooting - [Server suspended for non-payment](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-a-server-that-was-suspended-for-non-payment.md): Troubleshoot a suspended virtual server by recharging the account balance or reactivating through auto payment; check payment status in Payments and Expenses. - [Server not responding to ping requests](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-a-server-that-is-not-responding-to-ping-requests.md): Troubleshoot ping failures on hosting servers, ISO network config, unconfigured additional IP, and Great Firewall blocking. - [IP address is in blocklists](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/remove-your-ip-address-from-blacklists.md): Check if a hosting server IP address is flagged by email reputation services and request removal from the listing. - [Troubleshoot errors with ISO image installation](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-errors-with-iso-image-installation.md): Troubleshoot ISO image connection errors on virtual servers in VMmanager 6 - check file size under 8 GB, lowercase iso extension, and three-image limit per account. - [Troubleshoot blocked SMTP ports](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-blocked-smtp-ports.md): Troubleshoot blocked SMTP ports on virtual servers - check Support tickets for notifications and contact support to unblock ports 25, 465, and 587. - [Incorrect IP location](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-issues-with-an-incorrect-ip-location.md): Troubleshoot incorrect IP geolocation by verifying location data in MaxMind and RIPE databases and contacting support to submit a location update request. - [Troubleshoot issues with SSH connection](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/virtual-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-issues-with-ssh-connection.md): Troubleshoot SSH connection failures by checking port 22, verifying credentials in the Hosting portal, and accessing the OS via VNC. - [Troubleshoot packet loss and high ping](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/dedicated-servers/troubleshooting/troubleshoot-packet-loss-or-high-ping.md): Troubleshoot packet loss and high ping on dedicated servers - disable VPN or proxy, revert network settings, or collect diagnostics and contact support. ## Other services ## DDoS protection - [About Gcore DDoS protection for dedicated servers](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/other-services/ddos-protection/about-gcore-ddos-protection-for-dedicated-servers.md): Configure Gcore DDoS Protection for Dedicated Servers using Basic (free) or Advanced (paid) plans with Always-On mode and tiered billing. - [Activate DDoS protection for dedicated servers](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/other-services/ddos-protection/activate-ddos-protection-for-your-dedicated-servers.md): Configure Gcore DDoS protection for dedicated servers, contact technical support with server ID, OSI layer, bandwidth, and optional allowlist or blocklist. ## DNS hosting - [Manage DNS hosting](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/other-services/dns-hosting/manage-dns-hosting.md): Activate Gcore DNS hosting to manage DNS records for up to 25 domains - configure name servers, MX records, A records, and domain creation settings. ## BGP - [Activate BGP](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/other-services/bgp/activate-bgp.md): Order BGP or Subnetwork announce on Dedicated Servers from the Gcore Hosting Portal and contact technical support to configure. ## Link aggreagtion - [Activate Link aggregation](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/other-services/link-aggreagtion/activate-link-aggregation.md): Order Port Channel on Dedicated Servers from the Gcore Hosting Portal to enable LACP bonding for load balancing and fault tolerance. ## Account management - [Set up notifications](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/set-up-notifications.md): Configure notifications in Hosting Portal User settings to receive alerts via email, messengers, or SMS for financial, service, and support events. - [Manage a password](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/manage-your-password.md): Change or recover a Hosting Portal password via Client Profile or the password recovery page. - [Set up two-factor authentication](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/set-up-two-factor-authentication.md): Enable, use, and disable two-factor authentication for the Hosting Portal via the User settings page using Google Authenticator. ## Users - [Add a new user to your account](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/users/add-a-new-user-to-your-account.md): Add sub-users to a hosting account, assign credentials and roles via the Tools menu, and view the user list in the Client section. - [Configure user rights](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/users/configure-user-rights.md): Configure sub-user rights in the Hosting Portal via Perm to enable or disable access to sections and operations, or grant full access. - [View the authorization history of your account](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/account-management/view-the-authorization-history-of-your-account.md): View account authorization history in the hosting portal - timestamps, user email and ID, remote IP address, action type, and authorization method. ## Payments - [Pay for Gcore services](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/pay-for-gcore-services-payment-methods.md): Configure payments in the Gcore Hosting Portal via PayPal, bank transfer, bank card, or Alipay using the Add funds wizard. - [Renew the server](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/renew-your-server.md): Manage Virtual Server and Dedicated Server renewal in Gcore hosting by keeping the account balance funded; manually renew a Dedicated Server via the portal. - [Set up auto payment](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/set-up-auto-payment.md): Configure auto payment to recharge the Gcore hosting balance from a linked payment method when funds fall short; overcommit charges require manual payment. - [Troubleshoot payment errors](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/troubleshoot-payment-errors.md): Troubleshoot payment errors in Gcore hosting for PayPal, bank cards, AMEX, AliPay, and bank transfers. - [Check the payment history](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/check-the-payment-history.md): View payment history and download invoices as PDF files in the Gcore hosting portal Billing section. - [Request a refund](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/payments/request-a-refund.md): Send a support ticket to request a refund in Gcore hosting; include the refund reason and server details; refunds are processed Monday to Friday. - [Contact our technical support](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/contact-our-technical-support.md): Send a support ticket or use live chat to reach Gcore technical support around the clock via the Gcore Hosting Portal or the Gcore website. - [Manage hosting services via API](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/manage-hosting-services-via-api.md): Manage Gcore hosting services via Billmanager, DCImanager, and VMmanager APIs for server provisioning, payments, and server management. - [Become a reseller and resell our services](https://docs.gcore.com/hosting/become-reseller-and-resell-our-services.md): Apply for the Gcore hosting reseller program by contacting support with your company details to receive reseller discounts in the hosting portal.