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  09 May 2008 
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 Error 404 - File Not Found
 Files are case sensitive. Make sure you are typing the address in correctly. Verify that the file is uploaded to the server.
 What is domain propagation?
 To learn more about domain propagation check out http://www.ultrawebsitehosting.com/faq.php#propagation
 Can you write a script for me?
 We do not write scripts but will be more than happy to guide you in the right direction. Most the time the script you have in mind has already been created by someone. A great source for scripts are http://www.cgi-re
 What is this Code 304 appearing in my stats?
 304 is typically sent as a header if a visitor re-requests a document and the document has not updated since the last request and therefore there is no need to resend the file. This is usually generated as a result of a proxy server rechecking the content
 When I upload an .htaccess file it disappears.
 On unix systems, files that start with a . are considerd hidden so many ftp programs do not see it. If you have uploaded a .htaccess file even though you may not see it, it is there. When uploading an updated version, you may not receive an overwrite prom
 Can I setup SSL on my account?
 Yes, you can purchase a secure certificate through us so you can use SSL. You can also give us your certificates code and we can install it. In the case of an existing certificate, the ssl certificate will have to be re-issued for our servers because cert
 What perl modules are installed on the server?
 You can get a complete list of the modules that are installed by going to the control panel and selecting Perl Modules - Click to View link in the General server information on the left.
 I need a module installed but I dont have rights.
 No problem. Send us a trouble ticket and we will install the module as long as there are no security issues with it. http://support.ultrawebsitehosting.com
 I can not move out of the / directory. Why not?
 For security reasons, you cannot move out of the root folder of your own domain.
 When should I use ascii and when should I use binary?
 Many FTP client programs support and auto mode to detect the proper upload type based on file extension. Often you will have to do this manually when the program does not perform this properly. In general, any files that contain text such as .cgi shou
 How do I change my password?
 From the Control Panel, select the Change Password icon. For changing e-mail passwords go to Mail Manager, then Add-Remove Accounts, and select Change Pass on the e-mail account you want changed. NOTE: Changing the Control Panel password does not
 How can I tell how much disk space I have available?
 To see how much disk space you have available, go to your control panel and on the left side of the page you will see the resources that are available, including disk space, traffic, and POP3 accounts. You will also receive an e-mail when your account
 How can I get more space?
 You can upgrade your plan or purchase a disk space upgrade. For a disk space upgrade visit the upgrades page @ http://www.ultrawebsitehosting.com/upgrades.php
 How do I customize error messages for my site?
 Within control panel select Custom Error Pages. Select the error code link and place whatever code you like. Maintain the default file name it gives you or it wont work without additional changes to the .htaccess files.
 Password Protect Directories
 Within control panel select Password Protection. Select the directory you would like to protect. Within the next page you can specify a username and password necessary to be able to access that directory.
 I updated my site but I still see old pages.
 Make sure your files are indeed updated by checking the file time stamps. Also, you may want to clear your cache and close your browser and re-open it. If it still appears the same your ISP may be caching the page and you may need to wait a few minutes.
 Why can users behind proxies not see my site?
 If you have enabled hot link protection users behind proxies may not be able to see your site because hotlink protection sees the proxy serving files to the client and detects it as another site attempting to steal images, etc.
 Why can I not ping my domain?
 For security purposes we have closed off the ICMP port which is used for ping.
 Do you have a firewall?
 Yes, our servers have firewalls. For security we close off unused ports and update the server software often.
 What are all these .htaccess### files?
 .htaccess files are used to perform certain rules such as displaying a 404.shtml file in replace of the standard error or other actions such as password protecting a directory.
 What are these vt directories?
 Those are FrontPage extension directories. If you have and no longer need them you can uninstall FrontPage extensions through the control panel in the FrontPage Extension section and it will remove those directories and settings.
 Why does it show the Flux Services home page when I go to my site?
 There are several reasons for this. Ensure you do not have https at the beginning of your address. Unless you have a purchased and installed SSL certificate specifically for your site it will go to the Flux Services SSL page. If your account was r
 Why do I have references to robots.txt in my web stat programs?
 Many search engines will look for a robots.txt file before spidering your sites content. The robots.txt file contains specific rules a robot/spider should abide by when capturing data.
 What are these default ftp accounts?
 The default accounts are used by the system to perform backend services. They are not included in your ftp account limit.
 Sub-Domain times out
 When you add a sub-domain and it times out make sure you do not have redirection set from that sub-domain also. This can cause the sub-domain to time-out.
 What is a virtual Domain?
 A virtual domain is the base URL of the domain name. Examples include yourdomain.com, and ultrawebsitehosting.com. Virtual domain names are not just limited to .com, .net, .org, or .edu domain extensions. International domain names are also virtual domain
 What is a Top-Level-Domain (TLD)?
 TLD stands for Top Level Domain. This includes any domain names which suffix is .com, .net, .org, or .edu. Therefore, international domain names are not TLDs.
 How can I change the index listing in a directory?
 You can change the initial page that is sent to client requests when a directory is accessed by placing the following line into your .htaccess file: DirectoryIndex filename Replace filename with the actual file you wish displayed when someone visits
 When I type in my domain it goes to ultrawebsitehosting.com.
 You may have the IP cached of the previous server on your system. Try a reboot. If you run WinNT, Win2K or WinXP open a command prompt and type ipconfig /flushdns. If this still does not resolve the issue write us a ticket and we will take a look.
 How do I create a helpdesk ticket?
 Visit http://support.ultrawebsitehosting.com and select "Submit a Ticket".
 I can't get the transfer authorization email. Can it be forwarded to a different email address?
 The authorization has to be authorized by the registered contact for the domain. We cannot change it and it is this way for security reasons. You will need to update the email address with the current registrar and inform us when you would like the transf
 How can I make search engine friendly urls with my app?
 The best source is the support forums for the particular app. You can also check the following URL rewrite guide.
 How do I submit my site to search engines?
 There are many programs out there that will do this for you. Check your control panel's promotion section for some great links. Provided below are the most popular search engine submit pages. Submit to Googl
 Error 406 unacceptable
 This error can be caused by several factors. One cause can be the incorrect permissions are set on a file. An example is a .pdf file that produces the above error. Make sure the file has standard permissions set to it such as 644.
 How can I change the default document?
 Create a .htaccess file, include the below information into it and upload it to the public_html directory. If you cannot create a .htaccess file because you are using Windows, simply name it htaccess and rename the file after it is uploaded with your ftp
 How can I turn off directory indexing?
 In the directory that you wish you turn off directory indexing, you can do it under Index Manager in the control panel or by creating an .htaccess file and include the following line: IndexIgnore */* To turn off indexing in all directories create a
 Enable AllowOverride
 If you have an application that requires allowoverride enabled, create an .htaccess file and upload it to your root directory and include the following in it... AllowOverride All
 Can I change my username?
 Usernames are setup in the manner for security. Most programs will allow you to save the username so you shouldn't have to remember it. For new accounts from another provider, by request, we can setup your account with the same username as you previou
 What is the location of curl?
 Curl is located @ /usr/bin/curl
 I have a reseller account. What can I use for billing software and automation?
 There are many great programs that work for both billing, domain and cpanel integration. Check out the following programs... http://www.dramsystem.com http://www.perlbill.com http://www.modernbill.com http://www.clientexec.com http://www.whoisca
 How can I redirect http to https?
 Create an .htaccess file with the following contents and upload it to your public_html directory. RewriteEngine On RewriteCond %{SERVER_PORT} !443 RewriteRule (.*) https://www.yourdomain.com/ [R]
 Is it possible to make a cron to backup my database at specific times?
 Yes, this can be very useful for forum/message board sites with large databases. In your control panel under cron jobs use the following command: mysqldump --user=YOURDBUSERNAME --password=YOURDBPASSWORD --quick --add-drop-table --add-locks --extended-
 Why is the server load status red?
 The server load status will be red if the server is under a little more stress than usual. This typically occurs when someone is creating a backup and often during night hours when the server is performing a server backup and other routine system maintena
 What are these .htaccess files that keep popping up?
 .htaccess files are default files the server uses to perform certain tasks. Features such as password protecting directories, custom 404 pages, mime types and others all use .htacess files. They are pretty common and you have nothing to worry about. .htac
 My pages are updating/refreshing slowly.
 Refresh is immediate on the server. When a file is updated and uploaded it is there. If you are having problems with refresh it will be either your browser software or a proxy your ISP is using.
 Reseller: Unable to find an ip address in when creating an account.
 When creating accounts be sure to select a package in the package field. You can create a package via the "Add Packages" link in your web host manager listing.
 Point Multiple Domains to the Same Website
 Pointing other domains to your website is easy! Simply make sure their DNS settings are pointing to the server's nameservers as per your welcome email for your hosting account. Once they are, log into your hosting control panel and click "Parked Domains".
 My index page does not load. Why not?
 Filenames are case sensitive. Be sure you have an index filename all in lower case. Examples are index.htm index.html index.shtml index.php index.php5 index.xml
 Other websites keep framing my site. How can I prevent?
 This issue can be pretty annoying to some. The following javascript is a great tool in preventing your site from being framed by other sites. Include the following in your head tag before body:
 How do I parse html files as shtml?
 Create an .htaccess file in the directory needed and add the following: AddHandler server-parsed .html
 FTP Timeouts
 If you are having FTP timeouts there are several things you can try. First is to make sure you have passive FTP enabled in your FTP client. Another option is to connect to the IP of the server instead of the domain. This can especially help if this is a n
 Why do I get emails for cron jobs?
 This is the default. If you would like to disable receiving emails when a cron job runs append the following to the end of your cron task: >/dev/null 2>&1
 Some visitors in China and Russia cannot reach my website.
 Some networks known for abusive activity such as hacking in countries such as China, North Korea and Russia are banned from our networks to help protect our servers.
 vBulletin fsockopen() [function.fsockopen]: unable to connect
 When setting up mail in vBulletin be sure you are using localhost for the mail server along with a valid email account you have created in your hosting control panel.
 Change your website's favorite icon.
 How to change your website's icon for your internet browser. Create a 16x16 pixel icon image called favicon.ico. This must be saved in the ico format. If you do not have photo editing/creating software that can create ico files then you will need to do
 Mambo Password Reset
 To reset the password for mambo's admin page simply access the MySQL database by logging into your control panel with us. Then click on the MySQL icon, then phpMyAdmin at the bottom. Select the database in the drop down menu on the left. Click the Search
 Howto: Add another website to your account
 You can add another website to your hosting if your hosting plan allows for more than one domain name. To add another site to your account, log into your hosting control panel, click addon domains and follow the instructions at the top of the page.
 Meta Redirect
  Adding this code to your web page will redirect your visitors to any address that you have entered above in the URL area. You may change the seconds until
 How do I hide my domain's WHOIS information?
 If you do not wish to have your contact information shown when someone does a WHOIS report on your domain name, and we are the registrar of your domain name, you may order domain ID protection
 I was FTP'ing and now I can no longer access the server.
 Your FTP program may be flooding the server with too many connections at once. You will want to be sure the FTP program is limited to 2 concurrent connections or less. In Filezilla for example, go to File, Site Manager, FTP, Transfer Settings, Limit nu
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