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Step 1: Getting Your Server

Overview

In this step, you'll set up your virtual private server (VPS) on BytePlus ECS. The key advantage: OpenClaw comes pre-installed — no npm installation needed.

Requirements

  • Computer with SSH client (Terminal on Mac/Linux, PowerShell/WSL on Windows)
  • Internet connection
  • BytePlus account (create one if you don't have it)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sign Up for BytePlus ECS

  1. Go to BytePlus ECS
  2. Click "Get Started" or "Sign Up"
  3. Complete the registration form:
    • Email address
    • Password
    • Phone number (for verification)
  4. Verify your email and phone
  5. Log in to your BytePlus account

2. Create Your First Instance

  1. Navigate to "Elastic Compute Service" (ECS)
  2. Click "Create Instance"
  3. Configure your instance:
Setting Recommendation
Region Jakarta (Asia Pacific)
Instance Type Basic (for beginners) or Standard (for more power)
Operating System Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or CentOS 8
Storage 40GB SSD (minimum)
Network Default VPC + Security Group
  1. Review your configuration
  2. Click "Create Instance"
  3. Wait 2-3 minutes for provisioning

3. Get Your Server Details

After creation, you'll see:

  • Public IP Address (e.g., 172.31.0.2)
  • Username (usually root)
  • Password (set during creation)

Save these details — you'll need them for SSH access.

Next Steps

Once your server is ready, proceed to:

Step 2: SSH Setup →

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution
Can't log in to BytePlus Reset password or contact support
Instance stuck in "Creating" Wait 5 minutes, then refresh page
No public IP assigned Check network settings
SSH connection refused Verify security group allows port 22

Notes

  • OpenClaw is pre-installed — no separate installation needed
  • Jakarta region recommended for Asia Pacific users
  • Basic instance sufficient for workshop; upgrade later if needed

Ready? Move on to Step 2: SSH Setup