WHM Basic WebHost Manager® Setup: An Informative Guide

WebHost Manager (WHM) is a powerful web-based control panel used to host and manage multiple websites on a server. Configuring WHM's basic settings correctly is important to ensure the security and performance of your server. Here's an informative guide on how to set up WHM and its configurations:

Step 1: Logging into WHM

Open your web browser and enter the IP address or domain name of the server where WHM is installed.
On the login screen, enter your WHM username and password, then click "Login."

Step 2: WHM Setup Wizard

Once logged in successfully, the WHM Setup Wizard will appear.
Follow the instructions in the Setup Wizard to configure the basic settings of your server.

Step 3: Basic Configurations

In the Basic Configurations section, set up the following:
- Hostname: Specify the name of your server. This serves as its identifier.
- Primary and Secondary Nameservers: Fill in the primary and secondary DNS server information.
- Primary and Secondary Resolver: Enter the IP addresses of the DNS resolvers.

Step 4: Basic WebHost Manager Settings

Configure the basic settings of WHM:
- Contact Information: Provide your contact details.
- Nameserver Configuration: Define your server's name and IP address.
- Basic cPanel & WHM Setup: Specify basic cPanel and WHM configuration settings.
- Basic Config: Adjust fundamental configuration settings.

Step 5: Additional Configurations

Optionally, you can make additional configurations in the "Additional Configurations" section.
Configure settings such as security, login options, SSL certificates, etc.

Step 6: Completion of Setup

Once all configurations are set, click the "Finish Setup Wizard" button.
After completing the Setup Wizard, you can access WHM's management interface for your server.

Configuring WHM's basic settings properly can enhance the security and performance of your server. By following this guide, you can systematically configure WHM's basic settings and successfully set up your server.