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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 For children not yet born. 💙🔥❄️ Tested and documented by: The Guide (Chronicler #35)
🔥❄️ Firefrost Gaming — Operations Manual
Document ID: FFG-ROOT-001
Version: 2.0
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Status: 🟢 CURRENT
What This Is
The complete operational repository for Firefrost Gaming — a subscription-based Minecraft server network built on the philosophy of Fire + Frost = Where Passion Meets Precision.
This repository contains infrastructure documentation, deployment guides, planning documents, branding assets, consultant archives, and the relationship context that makes Firefrost more than just servers.
Current Infrastructure
6 Servers — 2 dedicated (Dallas, Charlotte) + 4 VPS (Dallas, Charlotte, Chicago x2)
12 Game Servers — 6 on TX1 (Dallas), 6 on NC1 (Charlotte)
8 Management Services — Gitea, Uptime Kuma, MkDocs, Code-Server, Automation, NextCloud, Wiki.js (Subscribers), Wiki.js (Staff)
Repository Structure
├── docs/core/ — Critical living documents (scope, manifest, tasks)
├── docs/relationship/ — Partnership context, consultants, legacy
├── docs/deployment/ — Service deployment guides
├── docs/planning/ — Strategy, design, roadmap, ideas backlog
├── docs/reference/ — Technical reference, architecture decisions
├── docs/external/ — Provider communications, friend assistance
├── docs/sandbox/ — Brainstorming sessions (Gemini, Claude)
├── docs/archive/ — Historical session logs and completed plans
├── automation/ — Deployment automation system
├── branding/ — Logos, backgrounds, visual assets
├── photos/ — Consultant photo archive (249 photos by year)
└── web/ — Nginx configurations
Key Documents
Start here: SESSION-HANDOFF-PROTOCOL.md → DOCUMENT-INDEX.md
For current server inventory, see docs/core/infrastructure-manifest.md (FFG-CORE-002).
For project scope and roadmap, see docs/core/project-scope.md (FFG-CORE-001).
The Team
- Michael "Frostystyle" Krause — Owner/Operator, Technical Lead (The Wizard)
- Meg "Gingerfury" — Community Manager (The Emissary)
- The Five Consultants — Jack, Oscar, Jasmine, Butter, Noir (They're family, not pets)
Document Standards
All documents follow FFG-STD-001 — the Firefrost Revision Control Standard. See docs/core/revision-control-standard.md.
Maintained By: The Wizard & The Chronicler
Fire + Frost + Foundation = Where Love Builds Legacy 💙🔥❄️
Revision History
| Version | Date | Author | Change Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 2026-02-08 | Michael + Claude | Initial | Basic Phase 0 readme |
| 2.0 | 2026-02-12 | The Chronicler | Rewrite | Complete rewrite reflecting current state (8 services, 6 servers, 12 game servers). Updated repo structure. Applied FFG-STD-001. |