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    Nameserver Setup

    Point your domain to RamNode hosting

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    What are Nameservers?

    Nameservers are like the internet's phone book. They translate your domain name into the IP address of your hosting server, allowing visitors to reach your website.

    RamNode Nameservers

    RamNode uses location-specific nameservers. Use the pair that matches your service's data center location:

    🇳🇱 Netherlands (Amsterdam)

    eu1.ns.ramnode.com
eu2.ns.ramnode.com

    🇺🇸 Atlanta, GA

    na1.us.ramnode.com
na2.us.ramnode.com

    Not sure which location? Check your hosting welcome email or log in to cPanel and look at the right sidebar. You can also contact support if unsure.

    Changing Nameservers by Registrar

    GoDaddy

    1. Log in to GoDaddy account
    2. Go to "My Products"
    3. Click "DNS" next to your domain
    4. Scroll to "Nameservers"
    5. Click "Change" → Select "Custom"
    6. Enter RamNode nameservers
    7. Click "Save"

    Namecheap

    1. Log in to Namecheap account
    2. Click "Domain List"
    3. Click "Manage" next to your domain
    4. Find "Nameservers" section
    5. Select "Custom DNS" from dropdown
    6. Enter RamNode nameservers
    7. Click green checkmark to save

    Google Domains

    1. Log in to Google Domains
    2. Click on your domain
    3. Click "DNS" in left menu
    4. Scroll to "Name servers"
    5. Click "Use custom name servers"
    6. Enter RamNode nameservers
    7. Click "Save"

    Name.com

    1. Log in to Name.com
    2. Click "My Domains"
    3. Click your domain
    4. Click "Nameservers" tab
    5. Enter RamNode nameservers
    6. Click "Set Nameservers"

    DNS Propagation

    Propagation Time:

    • Minimum: 4-8 hours
    • Average: 24 hours
    • Maximum: 48-72 hours
    • Varies by location and ISP

    During Propagation:

    • • Some visitors see old site, some see new
    • • Don't make changes to old hosting yet
    • • Keep both sites running if possible
    • • Email may be inconsistent

    Checking Propagation:

    Use online tools:

    • whatsmydns.net: Global DNS checker
    • dnschecker.org: Worldwide DNS propagation
    • DNS Lookup: Check from multiple locations

    Command Line Check:

    # Windows
nslookup yourdomain.com

# Linux/Mac
dig yourdomain.com

# Check specific nameserver
dig @8.8.8.8 yourdomain.com

    Alternative: A Record Method

    Instead of changing nameservers, you can point domain via A records:

    When to Use:

    • • Want to keep email at current provider
    • • Need specific DNS configurations
    • • Using third-party email service
    • • More control over DNS records

    How to Set Up:

    1. Find your server's IP address in cPanel
    2. At domain registrar, go to DNS management
    3. Create A record: Host: @ (or blank), Points to: your server IP
    4. Create A record for www: Host: www, Points to: your server IP
    5. Save changes

    Common Issues

    Nameserver Change Not Saving

    • • Check domain isn't locked
    • • Verify you have permission to modify
    • • Check for registrar restrictions
    • • Contact registrar support

    Site Still Shows Old Content

    • • Clear browser cache
    • • Try incognito/private mode
    • • Check from different device/network
    • • Wait longer for propagation

    Email Not Working

    • • Update MX records in new hosting
    • • Wait for full DNS propagation
    • • Check email exists in new hosting
    • • Verify email credentials

    Domain Shows Parking Page

    • • Domain not added to hosting account
    • • Add domain in cPanel → Addon Domains
    • • Upload website files
    • • Check DNS has propagated

    Before Changing Nameservers

    Preparation Checklist:

    • ✓Backup current website
    • ✓Backup email accounts
    • ✓Note current DNS records
    • ✓Set up hosting account
    • ✓Upload website to new hosting
    • ✓Create email accounts
    • ✓Test new site (via temporary URL or hosts file)
    • ✓Schedule during low-traffic period

    After Changing Nameservers

    Immediate Actions:

    1. Wait 24-48 hours for full propagation
    2. Test website from multiple locations
    3. Check email functionality
    4. Verify SSL certificate installed
    5. Test all critical features

    When Safe to Cancel Old Hosting:

    • • DNS fully propagated
    • • Website working correctly
    • • Email working properly
    • • All services tested
    • • Wait at least 72 hours after change

    DNS Records Explained

    Common Record Types:

    A Record

    Points domain to IP address

    AAAA Record

    Points domain to IPv6 address

    CNAME

    Alias for another domain

    MX Record

    Mail server for domain

    TXT Record

    Text information (SPF, DKIM, verification)

    NS Record

    Specifies nameservers

    Using Cloudflare with RamNode

    Setup Process:

    1. Add site to Cloudflare
    2. Cloudflare scans existing DNS
    3. Review and adjust records
    4. Change nameservers to Cloudflare's (at registrar)
    5. Wait for activation
    6. Set up page rules, caching, etc.

    Benefits:

    • • Free CDN
    • • DDoS protection
    • • Free SSL
    • • Performance optimization
    • • Advanced DNS management

    Best Practices

    • •Plan nameserver changes during low traffic
    • •Backup everything first
    • •Test new hosting before DNS change
    • •Keep old hosting active during propagation
    • •Document your DNS configuration
    • •Use low TTL before migration (easier rollback)
    • •Monitor site closely after change
    • •Have rollback plan ready

    Getting Help

    • • Contact RamNode support for nameserver questions
    • • Contact domain registrar for account issues
    • • Check registrar's knowledge base
    • • Use live chat if available
    • • Have domain and account info ready