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I’m having trouble establishing a remote SSH connection with Visual Studio Code. Despite following the setup steps and ensuring that my SSH configurations are correct, I keep encountering issues when trying to connect to my remote server. Can anyone provide guidance on what could be causing this connection problem and how to resolve it?

I’ve been trying to set up a remote SSH connection with Visual Studio Code, and honestly, it’s been pretty frustrating. I thought I followed all the setup instructions to the letter, but it’s just not happening for me. I keep running into connection issues when I try to connect to my remote server.

I’ve checked my SSH configuration multiple times, and everything seems to be in order. My server is up and running, and I’m able to SSH into it using the command line just fine, but VSCode doesn’t want to play nice. I even reinstalled the Remote – SSH extension just to rule out any glitches, but nope, still no luck.

Every time I try to connect, I either get a timeout error or a message that says “Could not establish connection to your server.” I also double-checked my SSH key to ensure it’s being used properly, and it seems to be fine. For reference, I’m using an SSH key that’s in the right place on my local machine, and it’s added to my SSH agent.

Another thing I thought might help is to check if all the necessary ports are open, but honestly, I’m a bit lost on how to verify that. I don’t want to dig into firewall settings unless I’m sure that’s where the problem lies.

Has anyone else run into this kind of issue before? I’ve scoured forums and documentation, but all they say is to make sure everything’s configured correctly, which I’m fairly certain I’ve done. It’s just kind of disheartening, especially when everyone else seems to have smooth sailing with this feature.

Any thoughts on what could be going wrong? I’d really appreciate some tips or personal experiences that might shed light on this! It feels like I’m missing something obvious, but I can’t quite put my finger on it. Thanks in advance for any advice you can share!

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    1. It sounds super frustrating to deal with SSH connection issues in VSCode, especially when everything seems fine on the command line!

      First off, it’s great that you can SSH into your server using the command line. That usually means your SSH setup is good! But sometimes, VSCode can be picky. Here’s a few things you could try:

      • Check your SSH config: Make sure that the SSH configuration file (usually located at ~/.ssh/config) has the right settings for your host. Sometimes, just having the right HostName and User specified can help.
      • Use the integrated terminal: In VSCode, open up the terminal and try connecting directly using the SSH command. This can sometimes give you more insight into what’s going wrong.
      • Check the output panel: In VSCode, you can check the output panel for the Remote-SSH logs. Go to View > Output, then select Remote - SSH from the dropdown. It might show you a more specific error or clue.
      • Firewall/Ports: You mentioned not wanting to dig into firewall settings, but sometimes it’s necessary. If your server has a firewall (like UFW or iptables), ensure that port 22 (or whichever port SSH runs on) is open. You can usually check this with a simple command like sudo ufw status.
      • SSH agent: Double-check that your SSH key is indeed added to the SSH agent with ssh-add -l. If you don’t see your key listed, you might need to run ssh-add ~/.ssh/your_key.

      Sometimes it’s just little things that slip through the cracks! And hey, don’t feel bad; setting up remote connections can trip up even the more seasoned devs. If all else fails, consider checking the extension’s GitHub issues page for similar problems or posting your specific error messages there for more targeted help. Good luck!

    2. It sounds like you’ve been through a comprehensive troubleshooting process already. Given that you can SSH into your server from the command line without issues, it’s likely a configuration problem within Visual Studio Code itself. Ensure that your VSCode is set to use the correct SSH configuration file, typically found at `~/.ssh/config` on your machine. Sometimes, the Remote – SSH extension might not pick up the SSH keys or configurations if they are not explicitly defined in that file. You can also try running Visual Studio Code from the command line with `code –verbose` to get more detailed logging output. This could provide insights into what’s going wrong during your connection attempts. Additionally, you may want to confirm that there are no specific settings in VSCode related to the SSH extension that might be affecting the connection, such as port configuration or a specific SSH path.

      As for port accessibility, you can verify if port 22 (the default SSH port) is open on your remote server by using tools like `telnet 22` or `nc -zv 22` from your local machine. If the connection fails, it indicates a network issue or firewall block. If you have access to your server, consider checking the firewall settings and ensuring that the desired port is open. You might also want to temporarily disable your local firewall to see if that’s what’s causing your issues. Lastly, ensure that your SSH key permissions are correctly set on your local machine, as an improperly set key can lead to connection refusals. Follow these steps, and you should be able to isolate the problem and hopefully establish that connection successfully.

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