Overview: How to Change the VPS Root/Admin Password in SolusVM 2
This guide explains How to Change the VPS Root/Admin Password in SolusVM 2 step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.
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You can change the root/admin password of your VPS Operating System using SolusVM 2.
1. Log in to your SolusVM 2 Control Panel.
2. Under Projects, click on the project that contains your VPS.
3. Click on the appropriate VPS.
4. Go to the Boot & Rescue tab.
3. Click Reset Root Password, then click Reset to proceed.
4. It may take a few moments for the password to change, after which a success message will display. Copy the password to Notepad.
You have successfully changed the root/admin password.
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