Overview
Server settings provide control over your server’s configuration, including server details, SSH key management, and server lifecycle operations.Server Information
Basic Server Details
The server settings interface displays server information:Network Configuration
- Region: Geographic location of the server
- Public IP: Internet-facing IP address
Server Identity
- Server Name: Human-readable server identifier
Server Configuration
Updating Server Details
1
Access server settings
Navigate to your server dashboard and click on the “Settings” tab.
2
Modify server information
Update the following fields as needed:
- Name: Change the display name
- Port: Modify the SSH connection port
- Server IP: Update if IP address changes
3
Save changes
Click “Save” to apply the configuration changes.
Server name changes are immediately reflected in the dashboard and all related interfaces.
SSH Port Configuration
Customize the SSH connection port for enhanced security:Default Port
Default Port
Standard SSH port 22 is configured by default.
Custom Ports
Custom Ports
Change to any available port (1024-65535) for security through obscurity.
Changing SSH ports requires updating your SSH client configuration and firewall rules.
Server SSH Key Management
Server’s SSH Key
Each server has a unique SSH key for integrations:Key Generation
Key Generation
Loupp automatically generates a unique SSH key pair for each server.
Key Usage
Key Usage
Used for server integrations, deployments, and secure communications.
Loupp SSH Key
The SSH key added to your server during setup:Key Location
Key Location
Stored in
/home/loupp/.ssh/authorized_keys and /root/.ssh/authorized_keysKey Restoration
Key Restoration
If accidentally deleted, copy from settings and add back to server.
Copying SSH Keys
1
Locate SSH key
Find the SSH public key in the server settings interface.
2
Copy key content
Click the copy button to copy the key content.
3
Use key
Add the key to services requiring server access (GitHub, GitLab, etc.).
The server SSH key is essential for source control integrations and automated deployments.
Server Lifecycle Management
Server Archiving
Archive servers to temporarily disable them:1
Access archive option
In the server settings, locate the “Archive Server” section.
2
Confirm archiving
Click “Archive” and confirm the action.
3
Server status change
The server status changes to “Archived” and becomes inactive.
Archived servers are not deleted and can be reconnected and reactivated at any time.
Server Destruction
Permanently remove servers:1
Access destruction option
In server settings, locate the “Destroy Server” section.
2
Confirm destruction
Click “Destroy” and confirm the irreversible action.
3
Destruction process
The server status changes to “Deleting” and removal begins.
- Data Loss: All server data is permanently removed
- Service Impact: Applications and services are stopped
- Billing: Server billing stops immediately
- Dependencies: Check for dependent services or load balancers
Server destruction is irreversible. Ensure you have backups of important data before proceeding.
Servers connected to load balancers cannot be destroyed. Remove the load balancer connection first.
Server Status Management
Status Monitoring
Monitor server health and status:Active Status
Active Status
Server is running normally and accessible.
Archived Status
Archived Status
Server is temporarily disabled in loupp but data is preserved.
Building Status
Building Status
Server is being provisioned or configured.
Deleting Status
Deleting Status
Server is being removed from the system.
Error Status
Error Status
Server encountered an issue requiring attention.