Setting Up Plesk on Linux Server

Overview

• Video tutorial on setting up Plesk on a Linux server (Ubuntu VPS Edition 2).
• Instructions applicable to various Linux distributions and virtual servers.

Benefits of Using VPS Edition 2

• Comes with a free Plesk license key, avoiding trial version or additional costs.

Getting Started

Control Panel Access

• Access control panel to obtain necessary login details.

SSH Access

• Use Putty for SSH login.
  • Input hostname and save session if desired.
  • Log in as root user.

Initial System Update

1. Run apt update to check for updates.
2. Execute apt upgrade to install updates without needing sudo since logged in as root.
3. Reboot server after updates.

Installing Plesk

Installation Method

• Recommend checking Plesk Guides for installation instructions.
• Use curl command for installation:

  curl -sSL https://get.plesk.com/installer | sh
  

• Installation may take some time.

Post-Installation Checks

Firewall Configuration

• Ensure necessary ports (e.g., 8443 and 8447) are open in the firewall.
• If using Fasthost VPS Edition 2, no local firewalls are present, but check external firewall settings.

Accessing Plesk Admin Panel

• URL to access: https://<server-ip>:8443
• Sign in with root credentials.

First Time Setup in Plesk

1. Enter contact information.
2. Set a password (option to generate a secure password).
3. Confirm acceptance of EULA.
4. If using VPS Edition 2, Plesk license is included.
5. For others, purchase Plesk through their website or use a trial license.

Final Setup

• Plesk will finalize setup and secure the server.
• Ready to use Plesk after setup completion.

Conclusion

• Plesk setup tutorial provides a straightforward process.
• More content on using Plesk will be available soon.