Monthly Archives: August 2009

New Feature: Custom Templates Images (or duplicate current VPS)

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VPS.NET has just deployed a much requested feature "Custom Templates".

This feature allows users to create their own deployable Template Images, it can also be used to duplicate a current VPS, here is how the process looks

On Your VPS overview, make sure you have backups enabled, and select the backups tab:
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On the backup tab, select to create a "new backup", after then option to "convert to template" will appear:
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The Image creation process will start, until it's done you wont be able to generate new VM's using the new image, it can take around 15 minutes for the process to complete for a 1GB image (actual storage size in use):
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Meanwhile, you can edit the template (under managed VPSs -> Manage Custom Templates) and Edit it with your own description and Extra info:
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Once the template has been successfully created, you are then able to deploy it over and over again, or use it to replicate your current VM:
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In the near future we will introduce the ability for users to download/upload these templates (for local testing and modifications), and migrate/copy them to another Cloud, also at the moment all accounts are limited to 1 FREE custom template slot, the ability to purchase additional slots will also be added soon.

What exactly is a template ?

A template means your image can be deployed by the VPS.NET provisioning system, a new IP, Hostname and root password will be assigned during the provisioning system, just like our standard images do.

Also, please notice the template is not linked to the original VPS, deleting or modifying the original VPS source will not affect the template.

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Reselling the VPS Cloud

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With our recent announcements of several VPS.NET integrations into the likes of CannyBill, Blesta, WHMCS and of course, the ability to DIY via our API, it's never been easier to resell the VPS Cloud.

But the question on some of our users minds has been "What and How do I resell ?"

The method is simple, you are a VPS.NET client, the more nodes you buy, the cheaper they get, 1 node will cost you $20 /node, but 100 nodes will cost you $13 /node .. that's a 35% discount ..

You can then sell those nodes via one of the billing systems above, or your own system, at the price you feel it's right, we advise people to add value-add features to their offerings, such as management, other applications, monitoring, support, etc .. in a few weeks you will even be able to create your own Images to offer exclusively to your customers, make the cloud truly YOURS.

Our system is entirely white label, so you are free to sell the VPS Cloud as your own, below is a schematic of how the entire process works:

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CannyBill Integration, resell the cloud today.

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VPS.NET has partnered with CannyBill to bring you their "Option 2" plan with VPS.NET integration for FREE (a £9.99 /month value).

CannyBill is a web based invoicing and billing solution for businesses and web designers.

Their integration allows you to use the VPS.NET API to resell our VPS Cloud Servers and allow your clients to manage them all from within CannyBill's easy to use control panel.

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For new customers, simply fill up the remaining fields on the the signup page and your FREE CannyBill account will be with you within a minute, existing customers can signup on the VPS.NET CP under "Billing".

Cloud computing at your finger tips!

  • Create web based order forms to sell nodes and virtual machines.
  • Enable your customers to manage every aspect of their VPS via their own customer portal!

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(CannyBill Screenshots)


WHMCS Beta plugin

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whmcs WHMCS Beta plugin

We have been working on a WHMCS plugin for VPS.NET

The first beta version of the package is now available for testing, please download the add-on HERE and report any problems on the WHMCS plugin forum thread.

This will be a fantastic add-on for existing WHMCS user who wish to provide their customers with Cloud Servers (VPS).

Resellers are able to set a node price and allow their clients to buy and manage servers all from within their WHMCS control panel.

VPS.NET & AppliCure, making your VPS Safer.

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applicure VPS.NET & AppliCure, making your VPS Safer.

We have partnered with our friends at AppliCure to bring you their fantastic dotDefender Application Firewall (regular pricing of $1,810.00 per annum) for the low price of $15.00 per month (per VPS).

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dotDefender Highlights

 

 

  • Quality protection -- out-of-the-box, best practice security levels to suit diverse security needs.
  • Ongoing security commitment -- automatic updates against emerging threats.
  • Rapid implementation -- plug and play software solution, no need to change server configuration or network architecture.
  • Low maintenance -- no need for security expertise, very low false positive rate, simple customization.
  • Automated operations -- dotDefender automatically detects and blocks attack attempts, logs the information, and generates reports and alerts.
  • Smooth integration -- centrally managed, multi-platform solution fits any network architecture.
  • Best TCO in the industry -- affordable acquisition, rapid implementation and simple maintenance.

You can instantly purchase a monthly subscription license form within your VPS.NET CP

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Instructions on how to install dotDefender can also be found here

Just another way VPS.NET works to make your hosting life easier.

Blesta: The first Billing App with native VPS.NET Support

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Our friends at Blesta just finished work on their module for VPS.NET support, and we could not be more proud and excited.

blesta Blesta: The first Billing App with native VPS.NET Support

Blesta is a Professional Billing Application, with multi-currency support, it's a great platform for anybody who wishes to resell VPS.NET vm's to their friends and customers.

The module can be downloaded from their forum here, a video showing the module functionality and configuration, is also available here.

You can try the module with a trial license from Blesta or use the coupon code "VPSNET" for 25% off an owned Blesta license.

Introducing: PayPal Support

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With more than 100 Million users, PayPal has become a cornerstone in online shopping, VPS.NET is happy to announce it now fully supports account signup using PayPal.

It's been another much requested feature, for new users simply select the PayPal tab on the signup page, existing users can edit their payment details to change from Credit Card payment to PayPal option.

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Notice: Unlike CC users, PayPal users will have to login to their accounts every month after receiving their invoice and process the payment manually, in the future we hope to introduce PayPal subscriptions as well.

Just another way VPS.NET is working to make getting into the cloud easier.