Preparations: Before You Update SSH Port
Before updating ports check and prepare the following things:- Allow the port on your firewall: You will need to configure your firewall to allow access to the new port you choose. See our guide on How to Configure Firewall Management in ORIV for detailed instructions.
Update the SSH Port Using Terminal
We will be using the command line to update the SSH port, this method involves directly editing the SSH configuration file and restarting the service as a sudo user. Follow the step below to update the SSH port using Terminal.Step 1: Open Terminal
Open the Terminal and navigate to the SSH configuration file by running the following command with nano: “sudo nano sshd_config“[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.
Step 2: Update the Port Number
Look for the line that reads #Port 22. The # symbol indicates a comment, and the actual port number is 22 (the default). Remove the #symbol and replace 22 with your desired port number. For example, if you want to use port 2222, the line should look like this:[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.Once you have updated the port number, save the changes in your text editor (usually by pressing Ctrl+O followed by Enter). Then, exit the editor (typically with Ctrl+X).
Step 3: Restart SSH Service
Run the following command in the Terminal to restart the SSH service and apply the new port configuration: “ sudo service ssh restart ”[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.Congratulations! You’ve successfully updated the SSH port on your server using the Terminal. Now you have to update it on the ORIV web GUI.
Update SSH Port Using ORIV Web GUI
Now, we will be updating the SSH port in the ORIV web GUI part. Follow the steps shown below and update your SSH port accordingly.Step 1: Go to SSH Configuration Settings
From your ORIV dashboard, go to ‘Servers’ and select a server to navigate settings. Click on ‘Others’ from the settings menu. Here Update the SSH port Number and click on ‘Save Settings’.[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.
Step 2: Add a Rule in Firewall Management
Now add a SSH Port Rule in your firewall management. To do that navigate from the server overview page go to the ‘Security’ menu and click one ‘Add New Rule’ button.[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.Here, Add your Rule name as SSH and add the decided port number. Then click on ‘Add Rule’ to successfully update the SSH port in ORIV.
[!NOTE] Precisa de ajuda visual para esta etapa? Entre em contato com o nosso suporte em support@oriv.cloud.Following these steps, you can successfully update your SSH port on your ORIV server. Remember to choose a strong, non-standard port number and adjust your firewall settings accordingly for optimal security. Still need help with updating your SSH Port? Contact our dedicated support team for any of your queries.