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How to Manually Test if an SMTP server can Receive Email

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Summary:

This document will help in troubleshooting server connectivity and steps to test if MailEnable can send to remote servers. Here are two ways you can manually test if an SMTP server can receive emails:

Using Telnet:

Note: Telnet might not be enabled by default on your system. Consider alternative methods if unavailable.

Steps:

Find the MX Record:

Open a command prompt.

Type nslookup <domain_name>.

Set type to MX: set type=mx

Press Enter

The first record is the primary mail server. Note the hostname.

Connect to the Server:

Type telnet <hostname> 25. Replace <hostname> with the server name from step 1.

Send Commands:

If connected, the server will respond with a welcome message.

Send the following commands, pressing Enter after each:

HELO yourdomain.com: Introduces you.

MAIL FROM: <your_email>: Sets sender address.

RCPT TO: <recipient_email>: Sets recipient address.

DATA: Starts message content.

Type your message body (lines starting with “.” end it).

. (on a new line) to send and quit.

Analyze Responses:

Each command should receive a response code (e.g., 250 for success, 550 for error). Successful connection and message sending will show codes like 220, 250, and 354.

2. Using Online Tools:

Several online tools offer simpler testing:

These tools generally:

  • Allow entering server details and email content.
  • Send a test email and provide delivery reports.
  • Offer additional features like spam score checks.

Choosing the method:

  • Telnet offers more control and troubleshooting details.
  • Online tools are simpler and user-friendly for basic testing.

Additional tips:

  • Remember to replace placeholders like <domain_name>, <your_email>, and <recipient_email> with your actual information.
  • Be aware that some SMTP servers might not allow connections from unknown users or may require authentication.
  • If you encounter errors during the test, research the specific error code for troubleshooting.

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How to Install CXS on the Webuzo Control Panel

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Introduction

This article will help you to learn the steps of installing Config Exploit Scanner (CXS) which safeguards your server from malware and compromise.

What is CXS?

The ConfigServer eXploit Scanner (cxs) is a server malware, exploit, and anti-virus scanner that can protect cPanel and DirectAdmin servers from security threats. It performs active scanning of files as they are uploaded to the server, and it can also scan for outdated scripts and plugins that may be vulnerable to attacks.

cxs is a commercial product that is available from ConfigServer. It is licensed on a per-server basis, and there are no monthly fees. cxs is easy to install and use, and it can be configured to scan for a wide variety of malware, exploits, and viruses. If you are looking for a way to protect your cPanel or DirectAdmin server from security threats, then CXS is a good option to consider.

Here are some of the benefits of using CXS:

Protects your server from malware, exploits, and viruses.

Scan files as they are uploaded to the server.

Scan for outdated scripts and plugins.

Easy to install and use.

No monthly fees.

Here are some of the features of CXS:

Real-time scanning of uploaded files.

Scanning of existing files.

Scheduled scanning.

Email notifications for potential threats.

Quarantine of infected files.

Requirements

You need a valid CXS license for the app to run.

Click on Install App

You need to login to your Webuzo admin panel > go to Install an App page. Now, you must look for CXS in the right menu > CXS install page.

Install CXS

After clicking on the CXS Install page, hit the tab on the install button to start the installation process.

Within a second, when CXS is installed you’ll see the success message as shown in the screenshot below.

Access CXS Panel

Once CXS is installed you can operate the CXS panel by searching it from the left menu as shown in the screenshot.  


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Steps to Convert WHMCS cPanel Hosting Account to Webuzo

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Overview

This tutorial will help you to convert your WHMCS hosting accounts from cPanel to Webuzo once you’ve done with the cPanel server to Webuzo server after running the cPanel to Webuzo in – place converter.  

After conversion, the new UI will be displaced in WHMCS. Hence, this WHMCS converter works by converting one cPanel server’s hosting accounts at a time. Further, you’ll get a choice to select a new product / service plan in WHMCS or create new ones as Webuzo and convert.

Note: Take a backup of the WHMCS Database before converting and disallow the WHMCS to create a new hosting account on the server being converted.  

Download

Download the cPanel to Webuzo WHMCS Converter from here

Develop a directory cpanel_converter in your /path/to/whmcs/ Directory.


Next is to unzip the downloaded zip in the cpanel_converter directory that is created.


Take care of uploading and look after folder existence:
/path/to/whmcs/cpanel_converter

Run Converter

To access the converter, you need to access http(s)://ip-or-hostname/cpanel_converter

Note: At this moment, you should stop entertaining new orders and creating a backup of the WHMCS database.  


You can allow a converter to create the product. When this utility creates the Webuzo Product it will copy the cPanel product data along with its pricing. Similar cPanel configurable options will be used so that users can manage the same.

Whenever you run the converter, you’ll get the list of cPanel WHMCS servers. You need to select the server to which you wish to convert the hosting account.  

The converter can’t modify the cPanel products or server instead of it will modify the web hosting accounts of the cPanel server. Let’s start, you will see the cPanel servers listed.  After selecting the cPanel server to convert, click on load data. Now, you will be showcasing the list of cPanel servers. You only need to select cPanel server to convert

You will get three options to convert:

  • Do nothing i.e. the hosting accounts of that specific product will not be updated.
  • Select the existing Webuzo product that was created before
  • Allow this converter to create the Webuzo product for the cPanel product you’re importing.

You can select any option and start with the conversion.

Once the conversion of the account is done then those accounts will be displayed.

Update cPanel server to Webuzo

Update the cPanel server in WHMCS to use the Webuzo module. Shown image below is the real image of the cPanel server in Webuzo’s WHMCS installation.

It is necessary to update the above server to the following as per Webuzo module settings:

Once the test of connection is done save the server and all your hosting accounts converted should able to load the Webuzo Enduser Panel in WHMCS.  

Verify

Verify data that has been imported and start with a new cPanel i.e. Webuzo.

Support

Webuzo support team will help you to migrate smoothly. You can contact their support team for migrating purposes.


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How to Remove WordPress from cPanel Softaculous?

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You can easily install and remove WordPress from cPanel Softaculous.  

This tutorial article will help you to uninstall WordPress from cPanel Softaculous.  

  1. Login to your cPanel account

2. Click on the Softaculous App Installer section and click on WordPress.

3. After that you can click on the Installations tab where you’ll see all the installations.

4. Under Installations, you’ll see the dashboard consists of different options. Click on the red dustbin icon under options for the domain that you want to remove:

5. After clicking on the red dustbin icon, you’ll be redirected to this page.

6. Click on the button Remove Installation. You’ll be asked last time about removing the installation and you just need to click OK. 

When you click on the OK button,

7. You’ll get on the page informing installation was removed successfully.  


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Steps to Install WordPress using Softaculous

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This tutorial will help you to install WordPress using Softaculous.

Log-in to your cPanel (Control Panel)

The very first step is to login to your cPanel (control panel) login page and enter the correct details.  

After login, you can check for the Softaculous icon in the control panel as shown in the screenshot below. It will redirect you to Softaculous Endures panel.

Operate the Softaculous from your control panel.

Select the WordPress

Under Softaculous endure; you’ll see the multiple scripts lists from which you’ve to select the WordPress.

Click on the Install button which will showcase the install form.  

After clicking on the Install button, you’ll be redirected to the install form. 

Fill the all necessary details in the install form shown in the screenshot below. The form consists of many details that are prefilled by the default, you can also change it as per your requirement or leave it as it is and continue with the installation with default values.  

Select the installation URL

Select the domain and folder in which you want to install of WordPress. Also, select HTTPS to ensure your website is secure by using a SSL Certificate.

Note: If you want to install WordPress in document root i.e example.com instead of subdirectory i.e. example.com/wp then leaves the In Directory field blank. 

Next,

Finish the remaining installation setup. You can select the version of WordPress as per your requirement. We recommend using the most recent release, as it will be secure and compatible with most of themes and plugins.

In the Site Setting section, you need to type Website Name and Description. However, you can change this after installation.  

Finish the Admin Account section

For the admin username, it’s suggested to use something unique than the default ‘admin’ for the username, as this is the default for all WordPress installations and poses a security risk.  

For a password, you can create a password or generate one using the key icon.

An email address is needed to get notifications, including the password reset (if you forgot the password)

Choose Language helps you to select the default language for your website.

Select Plugin(s) helps you to select plugins as per your business.

In the Advanced Options section, mentioned options don’t need to be changed, but they include the database name, table prefix, disable update notification emails, set auto – upgrade, and more.

Rest of the options your web hosting provider will help you to mention in the boxes.  

The Select Theme helps you to select themes as per your business by default, WordPress uses a theme named after the year, but you can select one that fits the purpose of your website.  

After installing the plugin, the next step is to click on Install. A progress bar will get displayed on your installation status and refresh once the installation is done.

Note: during the going process avoid the closing of the browser as it can interrupt the installation.  

Last, you’ll get the notification displaying “Congratulations, the software was installed successfully.


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Steps to buy a license of Webuzo

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Intro: It’s good to see you buying a Webuzo License for smooth working. Webuzo is full of features that make cPanel more worthy and handy than competitors’ software. Buying a license is like asking for comfort in the business and the best thing is it gets activated immediately. You can select the Type of License and find information on the pricing on our Pricing Page.

Steps to buy a license of Webuzo

Create an Account

Create an Account and log in: In the beginning, you’ve to create an account at the Softaculous Client Center and login to your account.

Get the License Key

Login to your control panel as root and click on Webuzo Admin Panel. In the Webuzo admin panel, you can search for the license key for your server.  

Adding a license

Move ahead to the Client Center: Please go to the Client Area and Login. If you’ve an existing license then search in the Webuzo Admin Panel of your server and fill in the License Key on the Add License page. After adding the license key, it will start showing in the client’s area.  A screenshot of the client’s area is given below:

Choose Type of License:

In the menu bar > left click on the purchase Webuzo link. Select the Type of License and fill out the form as per the requirement. In case of renewal of an existing license or making a free license to a premium License then enter the License IP Address of the server where Webuzo is going to be installed. Last click on the Purchase Webuzo button to complete the process.

Pay the Invoice

After clicking on the purchase button an Invoice is produced and you’ll redirected to the Invoice. Tap on the PayPal button that reads Check out with PayPal. You will redirect to the Paypal Payment Page which is a secured Gateway to pay.  

Payment is done successfully

After paying for the invoice PayPal will redirect you to the Softaculous Client Area. It will highlight the payment was made successfully and your License has been activated.


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Migration from Another Webuzo Instance

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Intro:

This guide will help you to Migrate from another Webuzo instance.

Requirement:

  1. It is compulsory to install on the new server.
  2. Keep the same username of the account as the one you’re migrating from the other Panel. For example; If the username is Jenny on the other panel, it must be Jenny on Webuzo also.

Build Domain Structure

Insert domains to the new server from the Webuzo Enduser Panel with the same details that you’ve used on the old server so as to speed up the migration process.   

Procedure

Move to Webuzo Enduser Panel > Server Utilities > Import from Webuzo

Find below the screenshot of the Import from Webuzo

Steps

  • Mentioned correct details in the form
  • Click on Submit to Import Webuzo details.
  • After submitting, you’ll get a message “Migration process is started. Check the logs for more info”

CLI

You can manually execute the commands below to import data from another Webuzo instance.

Migration from one Webuzo instance to another can be straightforward with these steps:

Backup Your Data:

It’s strictly suggested to take back up of all data on the old Webuzo instance. This backup includes website files, databases, email accounts, and other migration data. You can take the help of built–in backup and restore functionality to develop backups of the websites and databases.

Set Up the New Webuzo Instance:

Install a fresh Webuzo instance on your new server or hosting environment. Just copy the website file.  

Copy website files:

Transfer your website files from the old server to the new one.  To do this you can use FTP details or SCP. Ensure that file permissions and ownership are mentioned properly on the new server to match the old server.

Export and Import Databases:

Export databases from the old Webuzo instance using tools like phpMyAdmin or the command–-line. Import the database dumps into the new Webuzo instance, making sure to update your website’s configuration files to use the new database connection details.  

Update DNS Records:

If your domain is hosted on a different DNS provider then update your DNS records to point to the IP address of your new server. If your domain’s DNS is managed within Webuzo then update the DNS records in Webuzo accordingly.

Test your website:

Once data migration and DNS records are migrated, it’s time to test your website on the new Webuzo instance to ensure that all is well. Monitor broken links, missing files, and database connectivity issues.          

Email Configuration:

If your email accounts are linked with the domain, configure email settings on the new Webuzo instance to match the old setup. Also, make a copy of the email account data and settings.  

SSL Certificates:

If your website consists of an SSL Certificate on your websites, install and configure an SSL Certificate on the new server. You can use Let’s Encrypt or commercial SSL Certificate providers to avail of this.  

Monitor:

After completion of all steps keep a close eye on the new Webuzo instance for the next few days to make sure that everything is fine. The next step is to check the logs and error messages for any issues that have arisen. Keep in mind that the steps and tools you use may vary based on setup and requirements. It is important to plan and test thoroughly to minimize downtime and potential issues during the migration process.  

Move Webuzo Configurations

  • Insert the contents of the /var/webuzo/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows:

root@host > cd /var/webuzo/

root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_conf.tar.gz *

  • Transfer the above archive to the NEW server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_conf.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/var/webuzo/

  • Now SSH to your NEW Server as root user and extract the archive as follows:

root@host > tar -zxvf /var/webuzo/wuser_conf.tar.gz -C /var/webuzo  That’s it. You have successfully moved the Webuzo Configurations.

Move User Account

  • Include the contents of the /home/USER/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows:

Note: Replace the USER with your Webuzo USERNAME. Transfer to the home directory of the user account.  

root@host > cd /home/USER/

root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_account_data.tar.gz *

  • Move the above archive to the NEW server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_account_data.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/home/USER/

  • Now SSH to your New Server as root user and extract the archive as follows:

root@host > tar -zxvf /home/USER/wuser_account_data.tar.gz -C /home/USER

Move Databases

It is compulsory to install MySQL on the new server.  

  • Include the contents of the/var/lib/mysql/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows:

root@host > cd /var/lib/mysql/ 

root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_mysql_data.tar.gz *

  • Move the above archive to the NEW server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_mysql_data.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/var/lib/mysql/

  • Now SSH to your NEW Server as root user and extract the archive as follows:

root@host > cd /var/lib/mysql/ 

root@host > tar -zxvf wuser_mysql_data.tar.gz

Install SSL Certificates

  • In STEP 1, SSL Certificates and keys are moved.
  • Don’t miss to install individual certificates from the Webuzo Enduser Panel.

Move Emails

  • Include the contents of the /etc/vmail/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows:

root@host > cd /etc/vmail

root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_email_accnts.tar.gz *

  • Move the above archive to the NEW server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_email_accnts.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/etc/vmail/

  • Include the contents of the /var/local/vmail/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows:

root@host > cd /var/local/vmail 

root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_email_data.tar.gz *

  • Move the above archive to the NEW server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_email_data.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/var/local/vmail/

  • Now SSH to your NEW Server as root user and extract the archive as follows:

root@host > tar -zxvf /etc/vmail/wuser_email_accnts.tar.gz -C /etc/vmail/ 

root@host > tar -zxvf /var/local/vmail/wuser_email_data.tar.gz -C /var/local/vmail/

  • Done, you have successfully transferred your FTP accounts.

Contact Support: support@webuzo.com

Move FTP Users

Note: Change the url from /usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/pure-ftpd/ with /etc/pure-ftpd for Webuzo version 2.0.6 or lower

  • Include the contents of the /usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/ directory on the OLD Server to an archive as follows

root@host > cd /usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/

  root@host > tar -pczvf wuser_ftp_data.tar.gz *

  • Move the above archive to the New server as follows:

root@host > scp -p wuser_ftp_data.tar.gz root@NEW_IP_ADDRESS:/usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/

  • Now SSH to your NEW Server as root user and extract the archive as follows:

root@host > tar -zxvf /usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/wuser_ftp_data.tar.gz -C /usr/local/apps/pureftpd/etc/

  • Done, you have successfully transferred your FTP accounts.

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How to Import From cPanel to Webuzo

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Intro:

This article will guide you on importing databases from cPanel to Webuzo.             

Procedure:

Move to Webuzo Enduser Panel > Server Utilities > Import From cPanel.  

Find below screenshot from cPanel:

Remote Import

Steps:

  • Fill the form with the cPanel server, user, and password details.
  • Tab on Submit to Import the cPanel Account.

A below-mentioned screen shot indicates Import process has started successfully.

  • Once completion is done then you’ll receive the email.
  • Import logs can be found at /usr/local/webuzo/includes/cli/cpanel_migration.log

Local Backup File Import

Steps

  • Circulate the Form with the cPanel Server, User, and backup file path details.
  • Click on Submit to Import the cPanel Account.

A below-mentioned screenshot indicates Import process has started successfully.

  • On completion of the Import process, you will receive an email.
  • Import logs can be found at /usr/local/webuzo/includes/cli/cpanel_migration.log

Important tip

Note: This feature is available in the BETA stage as of now.  

  • You need to install a fresh Webuzo Server and the name of the Webuzo user should be the same as the cPanel Username
  • Import utility will overwrite all your Webuzo user data.
  • Your backup of cPanel must be stored at /home/webuzo_username/ directory.

Once the import process has taken place then you can withdraw the archive.

Domains, Databases, etc are generalized in the Webuzo account like cPanel.

A random password is given to FTP users imported on the new Webuzo server. It is suggested to change the passwords of the FTP user’s account.

Email notifications of the FTP accounts are also created.

Import logs are generated at /usr/local/webuzo/includes/cli/cpanel_migration.log

Import Email accounts if any are not imported

  • Once completion is done then you’ll receive the email.
  • Import logs can be found at /usr/local/webuzo/includes/cli/cpanel_migration.log

Required Inputs

  • cPanel Server Address: IP address or FQDN of your cPanel account.
  • User name – cPanel Username same as Webuzo username.
  • Password – cPanel user password
  • cPanel backup file – Full cPanel backup file name stored on Webuzo machine e.g. backup.tar.gz

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How to Convert cPanel to Webuzo

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Intro:

This guide will help you to convert your cPanel server to Webuzo. This tool performs many tasks like converting your cPanel server itself uninstalls cPanel, installing Webuzo, and converting all cPanel data to Webuzo. Everything works smoothly and all your users’ websites, domains, databases, emails, FTP accounts, and SSL certificates remain as it is.

Note:  Please ensure you’ve fully backed up your VPS / Server. For the safer side, you need to restore the VPS backup as cPanel will be uninstalled from the server.

Commands

The conversion will monitor the requirements and ask for confirmation. It is advised to type yes and press enter to proceed with the conversion.  

Later, you can check converter logs at:

/root/webuzo_convert/cpanel-webuzo-convert.log

The required time is 5 minutes to 30 minutes based on the resources available on the server and the network connection speed.

Since this takes time, we suggest implementing the above commands using tmux or session, so if your machine disconnects due to an internet connection issue on your desktop the command still runs in the background.  

WHMCS Converter

Webuzo comes with a converter script that helps to convert the WHMCS cPanel hosting accounts to Webuzo. Please refer to the guide.

What Data will be Migrated?

The converter will move the following data:

1) All Domains – Addon, Parked, Sub-domain.
2) MultiPHP preferences per domain
3) All Databases and Database Users
4) FTP Accounts
5) It covers all email-related data like accounts, forwarders, and autoresponders.

6) DNS records
7) SSL Certificates
8) Cron Jobs
9) ACL Packages
10) Users and Resellers with appropriate ownership
11) IP allocation to users and resellers
12) For All plans installed on the cPanel server the same version will be installed on Webuzo.
13) All other data needed for accessing the control panel.


Understand the difference between Converter and Importer?

The converter is responsible for converting the data on the cPanel server itself and doesn’t need a new server. Hence, no IPs are changed. As compared to importer as it does not need to transfer the files across servers. It needs a full backup of the server if in case you need to revert it for restore purposes from the backup.

An importer is required to set up a new server with Webuzo and data is moved from the cPanel server to Webuzo. Further, IPs need to be changed to run the cPanel server compared to cPanel and Webuzo. If you prefer to import the sites instead of in-place converter you can refer to this guide.  


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How to Install CloudLinux OS with Webuzo Control Panel

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Learn how to install CloudLinux OS with Webuzo Control Panel. It is an operating system for multi–tenancy of shared servers. Each customer gets a unique environment, which partitions, allocates, and limits server resources like memory CPU, and connections for each tenant.

Steps to Install CloudLinux OS

Supported CloudLinux versions: CloudLinux 8.x, CloudLinux 9.x

You need to install CloudLinux OS and the guide to follow the instructions:

https://docs.cloudlinux.com/cloudlinux_installation/

Note: Don’t forget to reboot the OS once CloudLinux is installed.

Step to Install CloudLinux Plugin

After rebooting the CloudLinux OS, the next is to install the CloudLinux plugin in Webuzo. To get the installed plugin, you have to run the following command.  

wget -N https://files.webuzo.com/plugins/cloudlinux/cloudlinux.sh
chmod +x cloudlinux.sh
./cloudlinux.sh

Install the CloudLinux plugin in Webuzo and allow users and admins to check the CloudLinux utilities.

Note: To eliminate the error showing “reboot the server in the correct kernel in Webuzo Tasks, then opt for right kernel for CloudLinux OS with ‘Ive’ in the name. 

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