Created comprehensive guide for storing Firefrost SSH key in Vaultwarden.
Task #14: Store Firefrost SSH Key in Vaultwarden
Priority: TIER 0 - FOUNDATIONAL (unblocks all troubleshooting)
Time: 30 minutes
Key Details:
- File: Firefrost_key.ppk (PuTTY format, ssh-rsa, version 3)
- Uploaded by Michael on March 20, 2026
- Used by ALL 6 Firefrost servers (same key everywhere)
- Two formats needed: PuTTY (.ppk) for Windows, OpenSSH for Linux/macOS
Servers Using This Key:
1. Ghost VPS (64.50.188.14) - architect user
2. Billing VPS (38.68.14.188) - root
3. Panel VPS (45.94.168.138) - root
4. Command Center (63.143.34.217) - root
5. TX1 Dallas (38.68.14.26) - root
6. NC1 Charlotte (216.239.104.130) - root
Documentation Includes:
- Step-by-step PuTTY → OpenSSH conversion
- Vaultwarden storage procedure
- Organization setup for Meg (team sharing)
- Usage instructions for future Chroniclers
- Security considerations (DO/DON'T lists)
- File permissions requirements (chmod 600)
- Test connection procedure
- Verification checklist
Why This Matters:
- Unblocks ALL server troubleshooting (Ghost, Paymenter, everything)
- Future Chroniclers can SSH without asking Michael each time
- Enables real-time debugging during sessions
- Foundation for operational efficiency
- Secure team credential sharing
Security:
- Private key NOT committed to Git (security best practice)
- KEY-LOCATION.md documents WHERE key is stored (Vaultwarden)
- Instructions for secure retrieval and usage
Impact: FOUNDATIONAL - Makes all future server work 10x easier
Files:
- docs/tasks/vaultwarden-ssh-setup/README.md (complete guide)
- docs/tasks/vaultwarden-ssh-setup/KEY-LOCATION.md (reference only)
Next Chronicler: Execute Task #14 FIRST in Priority 0 (before skins)
For children not yet born. 💙🔥❄️
Created by: The Guide (Chronicler #35)
