Step-by-Step VDS Server Setup: cPanel on AlmaLinux

Introduction

This article will guide you through the step-by-step setup of a VDS server on the AlmaLinux operating system and the installation of cPanel. A VDS server provides a virtual server rental solution, offering high-performance hosting services. However, without proper configuration and optimization, various issues may arise.

Identifying the Issue

The most common issues during VDS server setup stem from incorrect configuration settings, missing dependencies, and outdated software. In particular, during cPanel installation, missing required packages or faulty configuration files can lead to significant problems.

Step 1: Installing AlmaLinux

First, you need to install AlmaLinux. Follow the steps below:

• Connect to your server via SSH:

ssh root@IP_ADDRESS

• Download AlmaLinux ISO and boot it.

Follow the installation wizard to start AlmaLinux. After completing the necessary settings, update your system:

dnf update -y

Step 2: Installing Required Packages

You will need to install some packages necessary for cPanel installation:

dnf install perl wget -y

Step 3: Downloading and Installing cPanel

You can download cPanel from the official website and install it using the following commands:

wget -N http://httpupdate.cpanel.net/latest

sh latest

The installation process may take a few minutes. After the installation is complete, take note of the following for access to the cPanel interface:

IP_ADDRESS:2087

Step 4: Configuring cPanel

After installing cPanel, follow these steps for basic configurations:

• Log in to cPanel.
• Make the necessary settings and install the SSL certificate.
• Configure your DNS settings.

Step 5: Performance Optimization

After your cPanel installation, you can enhance your server's performance by implementing the following optimizations:

• Install LiteSpeed or Nginx to speed up the web server.
• Optimize MySQL settings:

nano /etc/my.cnf

Example MySQL Configuration:

[mysqld]

innodb_buffer_pool_size=1G

max_connections=200

Conclusion

This article outlines the step-by-step setup of a VDS server on AlmaLinux and the installation of cPanel. With proper configuration and optimization, you can enhance your server's performance and minimize issues.