Documented network configuration issue preventing Claude from SSH access to servers.
ISSUE DISCOVERED:
- Claude computer use sessions cannot SSH to external servers
- Network proxy blocks outbound port 22 connections
- Tested with Ghost VPS (64.50.188.14) - connection timeout
- Root cause: Anthropic network policy/firewall restrictions
WHAT WORKS:
✅ SSH key is valid (OpenSSH format, 1679 bytes)
✅ File permissions correct (600)
✅ SSH client installed in container
✅ Key ready to use
WHAT DOESN'T WORK:
❌ Actual SSH connection (network blocked)
SOLUTIONS DOCUMENTED:
Option 1: Enable SSH in Claude.ai project settings (RECOMMENDED)
- Check Network Configuration settings
- Add Firefrost server IPs to allowed list
- Enable port 22 access if available
- Contact Anthropic support if needed
Option 2: Alternative access methods (WORKAROUNDS)
- Cockpit/Webmin (web-based server admin)
- Command proxy (Michael runs, Claude directs)
- Webhook automation from Command Center
Option 3: Current workaround (ACTIVE)
- Claude generates exact commands
- Michael executes via SSH
- Michael pastes output back
- Claude analyzes and recommends
- Works but slower than direct access
IMPACT:
- High-impact tasks require SSH (Ghost, Paymenter, Panel debugging)
- Workarounds 70-85% effective
- Direct SSH would be 100% effective
NEXT ACTION:
Michael should check Claude.ai project network settings and enable SSH/port 22 for:
- 64.50.188.14 (Ghost VPS)
- 38.68.14.188 (Billing VPS)
- 45.94.168.138 (Panel VPS)
- 63.143.34.217 (Command Center)
- 38.68.14.26 (TX1 Dallas)
- 216.239.104.130 (NC1 Charlotte)
Document includes:
- Complete problem explanation
- Network configuration details
- Three solution options
- Workaround workflows
- Verification test procedure
- Impact assessment
File: docs/infrastructure/claude-network-ssh-access.md
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