What do I need to order a VPS?
You can order a VPS as a private individual or as a business. This is what you need for a Linux VPS, a Windows VPS and your company details.
By Hermie Updated
You can order a VPS as a private individual and as a business. For a Linux VPS you choose the operating system when ordering. For a Windows VPS, support asks you a few questions.
Private individual or business
PlanetNode supplies both private individuals and businesses. Ordering for a business? Then add your company name and VAT number to your account.
A Linux VPS
- Choose a VPS at planetnode.net/vps.
- Choose the operating system when ordering.
- Complete the order.
Which systems are available is in What operating system can I install?
A Windows VPS
When you order a Windows VPS, support asks you:
- which version of Windows Server you want;
- whether the licence comes from PlanetNode or from yourself;
- how many IPv4 addresses you need;
- what you'll use the server for;
- from when you need it.
Put it in your order or ticket straight away
If you have these answers ready, support needs to ask less.
More about Windows is in Can I install Windows on my VPS?
After delivery
Once your VPS is ready, you receive the login details by email. You'll also find them in the client portal. How to log in is in How do I log into my VPS?
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