hello, it's my very first time handling a dedicated server, recently i only use vps. can i reboot a dedicated server via ssh command just like a vps? i'm confused because every dedicated server ad is always offer reboot things..
Hi. You seem to be confusing a soft (or warm) reboot with a hard (or cold) reboot. If you have SSH and root access to the server, you can always issue a "soft" reboot, but you can't power cycle the server. If you've lost access to the server or something is preventing it from rebooting softly, you need to press the power button. This feature is usually given by hosting services free of cost though some may charge extra for these.
If your colo offers console access or a power management console (e.g to the APC power unit), you can often login remotely to that and force a hard power reboot. This is usually a last resort though, especially on UNIX and LINUX boxes!
I see, i've try "reboot" command and it's working.. thanks.. and i've asked my provider hard reboot is free upon request as well.. thanks..