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Latest articles
How to perform a file system check?
The file system check is is a practical tool if an error occurs in your file system and your server is not booting any more. With this tool…
New VPS series available: 100% SSD!
For more than a year, our VPS feature SSD-Boost by default and thus offer you the best from two worlds: A lot of storage space and an incredibly…
How to change the display language on Windows Server 2008 R2
Servers you order at Contabo will be installed in English language by default. If you want to change the display language the following guide will help you to…
Many helpful tutorials available at Contabo!
Time and again you, our valued customers, contact us with questions regarding the administration of your server or system. Often, your inquiries cannot be answered quickly as either…
Upgrade: Even more disk space for your data!
Summer Break is finally over and we are back with even more disk space for your crucial data. From now on, our dedicated servers can be upgraded with…
How to check the health of your hard drive with smartmontools (in Linux)
A) Installation If you’re not sure about your admin rights, always enter the command sudo -i at the beginning of every session: sudo -i This command will grant…
How to use the Contabo Backup-Space
Ordering our FTP Backup-Space is always a good choice for saving important data on an external storage. Using that backup space can be done in many different ways,…
What to do if your server is not reachable anymore
Interactive Guide In case you’re experiencing issues connecting to your server, our guide will walk you through common issues and how to resolve them: Can’t Reach My Server…