How to use SSH to reboot a Linux Server

October 17, 2022 / Virtual Server

This guide explains how to use SSH to reboot a Linux Server. You have to restart the server for the hosting configurations to take effect. A Linux server can be restarted by an administrator using SSH access.

Note: It will take some time to reboot a server. The hosting service will be unavailable during that time. We advise you to schedule the reboot properly.

Let us follow the steps:

  1. Use SSH to access your server.
  2. Run this command by typing it in:
    sudo reboot
  3. Your session will automatically end and the interface will exit once SSH starts the server reboot.

That’s it! Visit our knowledge base article to learn more and explore the interesting KBs available.

If you’re managing a dedicated server, our guide on How to Reboot Dedicated Server Through WHM

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