How to Change IP Addresses of Multiple Sites/Accounts in WHM?
introduction
When you need to add a new IP address to your server or refresh the primary shared IP address, you do not need to update all the accounts that have been affected individually, and this will be time-consuming. WHM (Web Host Manager) root users are able to change IP addresses of multiple sites or accounts efficiently and in bulk with the help of a specific utility.
Why Change Multiple IPs Simultaneously?
The ability to change more than one IP address simultaneously is one of the main efficiency capabilities of the server administrator. It has to be done following the addition of a new block of IPs or after retiring an old IP address. The WHM tool automates the process of reassigning the new IP. This saves a lot of administrative effort and lowers the probability of manual errors during a large-scale server change.
Steps to Change IP Addresses for Multiple Accounts
To carry out this multi-account operation, you must have complete root access to WHM. These are the steps required to change the IP address for the chosen accounts.
Log in to WHM Root Account
The first thing you have to do is to access your WHM panel. Use your full root account user credentials to log in as an administrator.
Select Multi Account Functions
After you have logged in, you will see the Multi Account Functions in the main navigation bar. Clicking on this option will allow access to tools to perform bulk operations on accounts.
Select Change Multiple Sites’ IP Addresses
Under the Multi Account Functions section, two related options will be available. Click on Change Multiple Sites’ IP Addresses.
Select Accounts and Proceed
A list of all your accounts in your server will appear.
Select Accounts: Next to the Domain name, choose the box to select all the sites that you would like to alter the IP address.
Click Button: Click on the Change IPs of Selected Accounts button.
The information on all the accounts that you have chosen will now be shown on the screen.
Assign New IP Address and Save
Each of the chosen accounts should be given the new IP address.
Select New IP: Choose a new IP address under the domain account in the dropdown list of New Address.
Click Change IPs: Click on the Change IPs button at the bottom of the page.
That process will make WHM change the IP addresses of all these multiple accounts in bulk.
Note: It will be time-consuming to change the IP addresses of several accounts. This system does a lot of work in the background. It will implement changes and settings adjustments on different levels. This involves the process of updating the DNS zone file, configuring the Apache web server to listen to the new IPs, and waiting until the DNS propagation is done globally.
Conclusion
Changing the IP addresses of various accounts in WHM is a necessary bulk operation tool. The Change Multiple Sites’ IP Addresses saves time and effort when making changes in the network. Although the process is quite simple, it is important to remember that the system takes time to implement and completely spread the changes to all the services that are affected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is updated when changing an IP address?
The system updates the DNS zone file for the domain. This record should point to the new IP address so that the visitors can access the site correctly.
Does the server’s network configuration change when I use the IP Functions tool?
No, this tool reassigns an already existing and available IP address to the user account. First, you have to add the new IP address to the server’s network configuration with the IP Functions tool.
Will the websites be down immediately after I change the IP address?
It may have a temporary interruption during which the server restarts. The main delay is caused by DNS propagation. This is the time it takes for internet providers worldwide to recognize the new IP address.
Where is the Change Multiple Sites’ IP Addresses tool located in WHM?
You can find the tool by logging into WHM. Then select the Multi Account Functions option and select Change Multiple Sites’ IP Addresses.
Why do I see two options under Multi Account Functions?
The two options exist to separate functions. One is for changing IP addresses, and the other is usually for terminating multiple accounts simultaneously.
