DirectAdmin Installation and Initial Configuration Guide

What is DirectAdmin and How to Install It?

The web control panel DirectAdmin, which consumes server resources to a minimum (lightweight), has become the favorite of virtual server users, especially after the increase in cPanel's license costs. Its installation on a clean new system is quite simple.

System Requirements and Preparation

Before starting the installation, you must have a clean and unused operating system (AlmaLinux 8/9, Ubuntu 20.04/22.04, or Debian 11/12). You should have at least 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended) and an active DirectAdmin license purchased through İyibirNet.

Installation Process (Auto Script)

Access your server via SSH as root. Update your system to download the basic packages required for installation:

yum update -y # For AlmaLinux
apt update && apt upgrade -y # For Ubuntu

Then run DirectAdmin's official auto-install command. The installation will effortlessly detect your license via IP address:

bash <(curl -fsSL https://download.directadmin.com/setup.sh) auto

Logging into the Panel and Initial Settings

The installation will take about 15-30 minutes depending on your server performance. When finished, "Admin Username", "Admin Password", and panel access link are given on the terminal screen. Go to http://your-server-ip:2222 in your browser and log in with this information.

When you enter the panel, you can directly follow "Server Manager > Administrator Settings" to update your default Name Server records and start the hosting process instantly.