> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://legacy.docs.synteq.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://legacy.docs.synteq.com/dedicated-servers/server-management/entering-grml-live-recovery.md).

# Entering Grml live recovery

How to enter Grml live recovery on your Synteq dedicated server

## What is Grml live recovery?

GRML is a bootable Linux live system designed for recovery and rescue operations. 

It can be particularly useful in case you need to repair your filesystem due to for example corruption, or recovering data from an infected system. 

## How can I access Grml live recovery?

### 1. Select the server that you would like to run Grml on

Click on the server name on [Metal](https://metal.crunchbits.com/).

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### 2. Select the appropirate options for Grml linux

Start by going into the `Rescue` tab.

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Then select the `Grml linux` .

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Afterward, scroll down, and generate a random password \[1], or write one in \[2].&#x20;

{% hint style="info" %}
This password only really matters in case you'd like to SSH into Grml linux
{% endhint %}

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### 3. Start the rescue

Click on the `Start Rescue` button.

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### 4. Connect to the server

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Connect via Console" %}
Follow the instructions outlined within [Entering console](/dedicated-servers/server-management/entering-console.md)

You will be automatically logged in as the root user
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Via SSH" %}
Using your favorite SSH client connect to the main server IP on port 22.\
Username: `root`\
Password: Set in step 2
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}


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