How to transfer your website to OISSite hosting
The process of changing host providers is simple and can be accomplished with minimal hassle and downtime, provided certain steps are followed. Clients changing hosting service may already be unsatisfied with web hosting, but it is our hope that this guide will serve to a hassle free and more successful web hosting experience moving forward.
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. OISSite 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, OISSite 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?
Windows Updates will be installed for you automatically.
Are all servers are Internet Ready?
We configure each one of our dedicated servers so that when we hand it over to you, it will be fully updated, fully secure and ready for you to log in to via DotNetPanel.
How secure will my server be? Is it protected with a firewall?
All OISSite servers are protected by SonicWall Prevention Systems
The process of changing host providers is simple and can be accomplished with minimal hassle and downtime, provided certain steps are followed. Clients changing hosting service may already be unsatisfied with web hosting, but it is our hope that this guide will serve to a hassle free and more successful web hosting experience moving forward.
- Ensure that you have a full 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.
- Order your new OISSite web hosting service. Save your Order Confirmation, and/or send this email to your web designer.
- Using the details provided in the Activation email, upload (using FTP) your website files to your new OISSite hosting, install and configure any databases, scripts, etc. Setup your email accounts.
- Modify/Transfer your domain name to use OISSite Hosting's Name Servers:
- ns3.outsourceis.com
- ns4.outsourceis.com
- Double-check the email settings in your email software to make sure your settings work with the new service.
- Cancel service with your previous host provider. Make sure they remove your domain name from their DNS servers.
- Enjoy reliable, hassle free, supported hosting service with OISSite. If you ever have any questions please feel free to contact us any time.
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. OISSite 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, OISSite 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?
Windows Updates will be installed for you automatically.
Are all servers are Internet Ready?
We configure each one of our dedicated servers so that when we hand it over to you, it will be fully updated, fully secure and ready for you to log in to via DotNetPanel.
How secure will my server be? Is it protected with a firewall?
All OISSite servers are protected by SonicWall Prevention Systems
