Easy Steps for you to Switch your Website over to Integral Hosting
The process of changing host providers is simple and can be accomplished with minimal hassle and downtime, provided certain steps are followed in order. Clients changing hosting service are usually already frustrated and unsatisfied at some level with web hosting. It is our hope that this guide will serve as a road map to a hassle free and successful web hosting experience moving forward.
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Ensure that you have a full working copy of your website files, databases, etc... stored on your computer. Download or record any pertinent email address settings, passwords, log file data, statistic reports, etc. from your current host. |
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Order your new Integral Hosting web hosting service. Save and print your "Activation Letters ", and/or send this email to your web designer. (they'll know what to do with this information.) |
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Using the details provided in the Activation Letters; upload (using FTP) your website files to your new service with Integral Hosting, install and configure any databases, scripts, etc. Setup your email accounts. |
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Modify/Transfer your domain name to use Integral Hosting's Name Servers:
ns1.integralhosting.com
ns2.integralhosting.com
ns3.integralhosting.com (if required)
In approximately 12-24 hours check your domain name to ensure it is now pointing to Integral Hosting. This step permits us to host your site. |
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Double-check the email settings in your email software to make sure your settings work with the new service. (your mail server entries should read something similar to "mail.yourdomain.com") |
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Cancel service with your previous host provider. Make sure they remove your domain name from their DNS servers. |
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Enjoy reliable, hassle free, supported hosting service with Integral Hosting. If you ever have any questions please feel free to Contact Us anytime 24 hours a day. |
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* The process of modifying a domain name (commonly referred to as transferring) is the area most customers incur problems. Close attention to this step will insure a smooth transition.
For further help visit: Customer Help Desk
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have complete control over the entire server?
Yes! We give you full Administrator access over the entire server. You will be able Install/Uninstall any type of program and manage the entire server using Remote Desktop/Terminal Services. Integral Hosting can have as much, or as little control over your new dedicated server as you wish! Whether you are a server pro and wish to take advantage of our affordable prices, or are a business owner looking for assistance with your first dedicated server, Integral Hosting is here to help!
I've never managed a dedicated server before!
DotNetPanel will make managing your websites on your new dedicated server as easy as managing them in your shared hosting account, but without the limitations! You can Add Unlimited Websites, Email Accounts and FTP Accounts! If you don't want to log on to the server using Remote Desktop/Terminal Services, you don't have to! Simply use DotNetPanel to manage everything!
What about security updates?
Our Management Services will make the stress of managing a dedicated server nonexistent! You don't have to worry about keeping the server secure! Windows Updates will be installed for you automatically!
All servers are Internet Ready!
We configure each one of our dedicated servers with the understanding that you are not a Server Guru! When we hand over the dedicated server to you, it will be fully updated, fully secure and ready for you to log in to DotNetPanel and start adding your websites! It's that easy!
How secure will my server be? Is it protected with a firewall?
All Integral Hosting servers are protected by TippingPoint Intrusion Prevention Systems. TippingPoint Intrusion Prevention System is a world renowned system that delivers the most powerful network protection in the world. The TippingPoint Intrusion Prevention System is automatically configured for all servers absolutely Free of Charge! Read More Here!