Get Started
If you've just deployed the solution, please allow at least 5 minutes for the necessary components to install in the background. If you're using shared-core machines or have fewer than 4 cores, you may need to wait up to 10 minutes. During this time, you can proceed with the IP reservation and DNS setup for your hostname.
Static IP Address Reservation
After a successful deployment, you may need to promote your ephemeral IP address to a static one. If you’ve already reserved a static IP address, you can skip this step. Otherwise, follow these instructions:
You can Watch it on YouTube or follow the instructions below:
Open the Cloud Console.
Navigate to Solutions → Solution Deployments from the sidebar.
Select the appropriate deployment.
In the Deployment Details page, click the linked VM Instance.
From the VM Instance details, locate the network interfaces and copy the ephemeral IP address.
Go to VPC Networks → IP Addresses.
If there are many records, use the Search | Filter option and paste the IP address you copied.
On the right side of the record, open the dropdown menu (three dots) and select Promote to static IP address.
Enter a unique name in the Name field.
Click the Reserve button to finalize.
Configure DNS for Hostname
You can Watch it on YouTube or follow the instructions below:
Open the Cloud Console.
Navigate to Solutions → Solution Deployments from the sidebar.
Select the appropriate deployment.
In the Deployment Details page, click the linked VM Instance.
From the VM Instance details, locate the network interfaces and copy the IP address.
If You Use Google Cloud DNS
In the Cloud Console, go to Network Services → Cloud DNS.
Select the DNS zone for your domain, or create a new one.
Click Add Record Set.
Enter the following details:
DNS Name: Enter your desired hostname (e.g.,
cpanelforcpanel.yourdomain.comor leave it blank for the root domain).Resource Record Type: Select A.
TTL: Set to a standard value (e.g., 300 seconds).
IPv4 Address: Paste the IP address you copied earlier.
Click Create to save the record.
If You Use Cloudflare DNS
Log in to your Cloudflare account and select your domain.
Go to the DNS tab.
Click Add Record.
Enter the following details:
Type: Select A.
Name: Enter your desired hostname (e.g.,
cpanelforcpanel.yourdomain.comor@for the root domain).IPv4 Address: Paste the IP address you copied earlier.
TTL: Auto or a set value like 300 seconds.
Proxy Status: Choose DNS only based on your preference.
Click Save to add the record.
Other DNS Providers
Log in to your DNS provider's management console.
Find the DNS zone or domain management section for your domain.
Add a new A record or edit an existing one with the following details:
Name: Enter your desired hostname (e.g.,
cpanelforcpanel.yourdomain.comor@for the root domain).Type: Select A (for IPv4 addresses).
TTL: Set to a standard value (e.g., 300 seconds).
Value: Paste the IP address you copied earlier.
Save the record and wait for DNS propagation.
Create Account & Configure Hostname
You can Watch it on YouTube or follow the instructions below:
Open the Cloud Console.
Navigate to Solutions → Solution Deployments from the sidebar.
Select the appropriate deployment.
In the Deployment Details page, click the linked VM Instance.
SSH into the GCE Instance:
You can SSH using Cloud Shell or In Browser by clicking the SSH button next to your instance.
Once connected, run
sudo -sto gain root access.In the terminal, run the command
cp-init.Follow the prompts to set up your account:
Enter your Full Name when prompted.
Enter your Email Address.
Set your New Password.
After setting up the account, you will be prompted to enter the hostname.
Enter the hostname you configured during the DNS setup.
This completes the account creation and hostname configuration process.
You can watch it on YouTube or follow the instructions below:
Help & Support
If you encounter any errors, please reach out to us via Live Chat. Our support team is available to assist you with any issues or questions you may have. We're here to help ensure a smooth experience.