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VPS Setup and Management Guide

Current VPS Status

Account: 411534497 Server: Exness-MT5Real8 VPS Location: Singapore 09 Subscription ID: 6773048 Plan: 1 month ($15.00) Auto-renewal: Enabled Status: ⚠️ STOPPED (needs to be started)

VPS Status: STOPPED

What This Means

• Your VPS is currently not running
• Expert Advisors (EAs) will NOT execute while VPS is stopped
• You need to start the VPS for 24/7 trading

How to Start VPS

1. In MetaTrader 5:

   • Open the VPS window (Tools → VPS or press Ctrl+Shift+V)
   • Click the "Start" button
   • Wait 1-2 minutes for initialization

2. Verify Status:

   • Status should change from "stopped" (red) to "running" (green)
   • Check connection indicator in MT5

3. Check EA Status:

   • Open Navigator → Expert Advisors
   • Verify your EA shows as attached to chart
   • Check Expert tab for EA activity logs

Migration Settings

Current Status

• Last migration: Not migrated yet
• Migration option: "Migrate all: account, signal, charts, experts, indicators and settings"

When to Migrate

Migrate if:

• ✅ First time setting up VPS
• ✅ Want to copy all settings from local MT5
• ✅ Need to transfer EA configurations
• ✅ Want charts and indicators synced

Don't migrate if:

• ❌ Already have settings on VPS
• ❌ Want to keep VPS settings separate
• ❌ Only need EA to run (can attach manually)

How to Migrate

1. Select Migration Option:

   • Choose "Migrate all" (already selected in your screenshot)
   • OR select specific items to migrate

2. Start Migration:

   • Click "Migrate" or "Start Migration" button
   • Wait for process to complete (5-10 minutes)

3. Verify Migration:

   • Check that EA appears in VPS MT5
   • Verify charts and indicators are present
   • Confirm account settings are correct

VPS Benefits

Why Use VPS?

1. 24/7 Trading

   • EA runs continuously even when your PC is off
   • No internet disconnection issues
   • Stable connection to broker

2. Low Latency

   • VPS located near broker servers
   • Faster order execution
   • Reduced slippage

3. Reliability

   • No power outages affecting trading
   • No computer crashes stopping EA
   • Professional infrastructure

Troubleshooting

VPS Won't Start

1. Check Subscription:

   • Verify subscription is active
   • Check payment status
   • Ensure auto-renewal is enabled

2. Check Account:

   • Verify account 411534497 is correct
   • Confirm server: Exness-MT5Real8
   • Check account balance

3. Contact Support:

   • If VPS won't start, contact MetaQuotes support
   • Provide Subscription ID: 6773048

EA Not Running on VPS

1. Verify VPS Status:

   • Must be "Running" (green), not "Stopped" (red)

2. Check EA Attachment:

   • EA must be attached to chart on VPS
   • AutoTrading must be enabled
   • Check Expert tab for errors

3. Verify Settings:

   • EA parameters are correct
   • Magic number matches
   • Trading is enabled in EA

Connection Issues

1. Check Internet:

   • VPS has stable internet connection
   • Broker server is accessible

2. Verify Account:

   • Account credentials are correct
   • Server name matches: Exness-MT5Real8

Best Practices

Daily Checks

1. Morning:

   • Verify VPS status is "Running"
   • Check EA logs for overnight activity
   • Review any open positions

2. Evening:

   • Review daily trading statistics
   • Check for any errors in logs
   • Verify EA is still running

Weekly Maintenance

1. Review Performance:

   • Check EA performance metrics
   • Review win/loss ratio
   • Analyze risk management

2. Update Settings:

   • Adjust parameters if needed
   • Update risk management limits
   • Review daily profit/loss limits

Monthly Tasks

1. Subscription:

   • Verify auto-renewal is working
   • Check payment method
   • Review subscription plan

2. Optimization:

   • Review EA performance
   • Consider parameter optimization
   • Update EA if new version available

Current Configuration

Account: 411534497
Server: Exness-MT5Real8
VPS Location: Singapore 09
Subscription ID: 6773048
Plan: 1 month ($15.00)
Auto-renewal: ✅ Enabled
Status: ⚠️ STOPPED (needs to be started)
Balance: $0.00 USD

Quick Start Checklist

• Start VPS (click "Start" button)
• Wait for status to change to "Running"
• Verify connection to broker
• Check EA is attached to chart
• Enable AutoTrading
• Verify EA is executing trades
• Monitor first few trades
• Check logs for any errors

Support Resources

• MetaQuotes VPS Support: https://www.mql5.com/en/vps
• Exness Support: https://help.exness.com
• VPS Documentation: Check MetaTrader 5 Help (F1)

Notes

• VPS subscription auto-renews monthly
• Balance shown ($0.00) is VPS account balance, not trading account
• Migration can be done anytime, not just on first setup
• EA will only run when VPS status is "Running"