Are you ready to set up cPanel on your server for efficient management of your website? Follow these steps to seamlessly install cPanel, ensuring a smooth transition to server administration:
STEPS:
- Purchase Domain and Select Server:
Buy your desired domain, considering reliable platforms like GoDaddy.
Choose the best server from providers like Hetzner by comparing specifications on various websites.
- Server Purchase and Configuration:
After selecting the server within your budget, complete the purchase.
Obtain the server’s IP address upon successful purchase.
- Domain Configuration:
Access your domain provider’s dashboard (e.g., GoDaddy).
In the DNS settings, add the server IP as an ‘A’ record with ‘@’ as the Name and ‘Server’ as the Name Server.
Add ‘NS1’ and ‘NS2’ records with corresponding IP addresses for future configurations.
- Custom Server Name:
Differentiate your servers by assigning a custom name within the server area.
- Install cPanel:
In the server management interface (Hetzner), choose cPanel for installation.
Save the ‘root’ and password details for future logins.
- Terminal Setup:
Open the terminal on your local system.
Check server connectivity using ‘ping server_ip’.
Establish an SSH connection: ssh root@server_ip.
- Complete Installation:
Follow on-screen instructions for cPanel installation.
Once installation is complete, verify connectivity through ‘ping’ and SSH.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed cPanel on your server, paving the way for streamlined website management. In our next blog, we’ll explore additional configurations for optimal server performance. Stay tuned!
