Pointing your domain to OzSpeed is a crucial step in setting up your website. It allows your domain (e.g., yourdomain.com) to connect to your OzSpeed-hosted website, ensuring that visitors can access your site using your custom domain name. This guide will walk you through the process of pointing your domain to OzSpeed using DNS settings.
Step 1: Gather Domain and Hosting Information #
Before you start, make sure you have the following information:
- Domain registrar login credentials: The service where you registered your domain (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
- OzSpeed Nameservers: The DNS records provided by OzSpeed, usually found in your hPanel Dashboard.
- OzSpeed IP Address: If you prefer using an A record instead of nameservers.
Tip: #
- You can find your OzSpeed nameservers and IP address in hPanel under Hosting Account > DNS Settings.
Method 1: Pointing Your Domain Using Nameservers #
The easiest way to point your domain to OzSpeed is by updating the nameservers at your domain registrar.
Step 1: Log in to Your Domain Registrar #
- Go to your domain registrar’s website (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains) and log in to your account.
- Navigate to the DNS Settings or Domain Management section.
Step 2: Update Nameservers #
- Find the Nameserver Settings and choose the option to Use Custom Nameservers.
- Enter the OzSpeed nameservers provided in your hPanel. Typically, they look like this:
ns1.ozspeed.com.auns2.ozspeed.com.au
- Click Save or Apply Changes.
Step 3: Wait for DNS Propagation #
- It can take up to 24-48 hours for the DNS changes to propagate fully across the internet.
- You can use a DNS checker tool (e.g., dnschecker.org) to monitor the status of your domain’s DNS update.
Tip: #
- During propagation, your website may be temporarily inaccessible. Plan to make this change during low traffic periods if possible.
Method 2: Pointing Your Domain Using A Record #
If you prefer not to change your nameservers, you can point your domain to OzSpeed by updating the A record in your DNS settings.
Step 1: Find the IP Address of Your OzSpeed Hosting #
- Log in to your hPanel Dashboard at ozspeed.com.au.
- Go to Hosting Account > DNS Settings.
- Copy the IP address provided under the A Record section.
Step 2: Update the A Record at Your Domain Registrar #
- Log in to your domain registrar account.
- Navigate to DNS Management or Advanced DNS Settings.
- Find the existing A record for your domain (usually named @) and update the IP address to the one provided by OzSpeed.
Example A Record:
| Type | Name | Value | TTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | @ | 203.0.113.123 | 3600 |
- Click Save to apply the changes.
Step 3: Verify the DNS Changes #
- Use a DNS lookup tool to check if the A record points to the correct IP address.
- Allow up to 24 hours for the DNS changes to propagate.
Tip: #
- If you have a www version of your domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com), make sure to add a CNAME record pointing to yourdomain.com.
Method 3: Using a CNAME Record for Subdomains #
If you want to point a subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com) to your OzSpeed website, use a CNAME record.
Step 1: Add a CNAME Record #
- Log in to your domain registrar account and go to the DNS Management section.
- Click Add New Record and select CNAME as the record type.
- Enter the following details:
- Name: The subdomain (e.g., blog).
- Value: The OzSpeed domain (e.g., yourwebsite.ozspeed.com).
- TTL: Set to 3600 (default).
Example CNAME Record:
| Type | Name | Value | TTL |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNAME | blog | yourwebsite.ozspeed.com | 3600 |
- Click Save to update the record.
Step 2: Test the Subdomain #
- Wait for DNS propagation and visit the subdomain (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com) to ensure it points correctly to your OzSpeed website.
Troubleshooting Tips #
- Website Not Loading After DNS Change:
- Clear your browser cache and DNS cache (
ipconfig /flushdnson Windows orsudo dscacheutil -flushcacheon Mac). - Check the DNS propagation status using a tool like WhatsMyDNS.net.
- Clear your browser cache and DNS cache (
- Error: “Server Not Found”:
- Verify that the nameservers or A record changes were applied correctly.
- Ensure there are no conflicting DNS records (e.g., multiple A records pointing to different IP addresses).
- SSL Certificate Error:
- If your website shows an SSL error after updating DNS, enable SSL in hPanel under Security > SSL/TLS.
- You may need to reissue the SSL certificate if it doesn’t activate automatically.
- Subdomain Not Working:
- Double-check the CNAME record configuration.
- Ensure there are no conflicting A records for the subdomain.
Additional Tips: #
- Monitor DNS Propagation: Use tools like IntoDNS or DNSMap to check the status and health of your DNS records during propagation.
- Enable Redirects if Needed: If you want all traffic from www.yourdomain.com to go to yourdomain.com, set up a redirect in hPanel under Domains > Redirects.
- Contact Support for Assistance: If you encounter any issues, reach out to OzSpeed Support for help with DNS configuration or domain pointing.
