You can easily upgrade or downgrade your Platform i Server depending on your budget and performance requirements. Upgrade for more Disk Space, RAM, or CPU cores easily directly from your Project menu.

How to Resize your Server

1. Log into Platform i.
2. Click on the Project you’d like to upgrade or downgrade.
3. Note that you can see the current performance Tier at the top of the VPS environment. Click Resize.
   
4. Select the Performance Tier you need for your server.
5. Note: if you are changing to a lower tier, you will only be able to proceed if your server is not using more disk space than the Tier you’ve chosen.
6. Click Next and confirm your payment information.

How is my Billing Affected by Upgrading or Downgrading my Server?

For your initial purchase, you’ll be charged or credited a pro-rated amount based on your renewal schedule. At your next renewal, you’ll be charged the regular amount for your Performance Tier.

Congratulations! You now know how to upgrade or downgrade your Platform i VPS to meet your website’s growing needs!

This guide will help you become familiar with the Laravel directory structure.

• Introduction
• Breakdown of the Laravel Directory Structure
• Conclusion

Introduction

Once you have installed Laravel, understanding the Laravel directory structure is crucial for efficient and effective application development. This guide provides a concise and clear overview of the key directories and their roles within a Laravel project, allowing you to navigate and utilize them with confidence.

Breakdown of the Laravel Directory Structure

Laravel’s directory structure is logically organized into various directories, each with a specific purpose. This section offers a detailed explanation of directories like app, config, database, and others, highlighting their significance in a Laravel application.

drwxrwxr-x 7 app
drwxrwxr-x 3 bootstrap
drwxrwxr-x 2 config
drwxrwxr-x 5 database
drwxrwxr-x 2 public
drwxrwxr-x 5 resources
drwxrwxr-x 2 routes
drwxrwxr-x 5 storage
drwxrwxr-x 4 tests
drwxrwxr-x 39 vendor

The App Directory

The app directory contains the core code of your Laravel application, housing the essential classes and application logic. It is divided into several subdirectories, each with a defined role in the application’s structure.

The Bootstrap Directory

The bootstrap directory is responsible for initializing the application by setting up configurations and establishing the execution environment for your Laravel projects.

The Config Directory

The config directory contains configuration files allowing you to modify the application’s behavior to meet specific requirements.

The Database Directory

The database directory holds migrations, factories, and seeds, facilitating streamlined database operations for your Laravel application.

The Public Directory

The public directory holds the index.php file as well as assets such as CSS, JavaScript, and images; serving as the entry point for the application.

The Resources Directory

The resources directory manages views, language files, and other assets, ensuring efficient resource management for applications hosted on different platforms.

The Routes Directory

The routes directory controls the URL patterns, routing them to the correct controllers and methods.

The Storage Directory

The storage directory manages files, including compiled Blade views and user-uploaded content.

The Tests Directory

The tests directory organizes testing files, contributing to the stability and reliability of your Laravel application.

The Vendor Directory

The vendor directory centralizes all external dependencies and libraries, simplifying integration and management.

Conclusion

Navigating the Laravel directory structure is vital for understanding the framework’s organization and functionality. Whether you’re just starting your Laravel journey or are a seasoned developer, a solid understanding of this structure is invaluable for creating robust, scalable, and efficient applications.

Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to install the Laravel PHP framework on your server.

• Introduction
• Prerequisites
• Use Laravel Installer to Create a Project
• Create a New Laravel Project with Composer
• Conclusion

Introduction

As a favorite amongst PHP developers, Laravel boasts of an elegant syntax and streamlined development processes. Here, we’ll guide you through the installation process so that you can start developing directly on your server.

Prerequisites

Before you dive into Laravel, make sure your server meets the following requirements:

• PHP version of 8.1 or higher.
  • PHP extensions required: BCMath, Ctype, cURL, DOM, Fileinfo, JSON, Mbstring, OpenSSL, PCRE, PDO, Tokenizer and XML.
• A web server such as Apache or Nginx.
• A database management system such as MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL.
• Composer installed. Laravel uses Composer as a package manager to manage its dependencies.

We’re going to help you check that you have all prerequisites installed. If you don’t, we’ll link you to documentation to help install them, ensuring a smooth Laravel installation process.

PHP Version

Check to see if you have the required PHP 8.1 (or above) installed as the system default for your server by running php -v which should output the version.

PHP 8.1.23 (cli) (built: Sep 13 2023 02:57:29) (NTS)
Copyright (c) The PHP Group
Zend Engine v4.1.23, Copyright (c) Zend Technologies
    with Zend OPcache v8.1.23, Copyright (c), by Zend Technologies

If you need to install a newer PHP version and/or PHP extensions, for servers with cPanel you can Upgrade PHP using EasyApache 4.

Web Server

To check to see if you are running a web server and the version, in your server’s terminal run httpd -v for Apache or nginx -v for Nginx.

$ httpd -v
Server version: Apache/2.4.57 (cPanel)
Server built:   Sep 12 2023 20:22:59

$ nginx -v
nginx version: nginx/1.23.4 (imh_ngx_20230406)

If you don’t see a web server installed, please visit our Apache Tutorials and Nginx Tutorials for installation steps.

Composer

To check to see if Composer is installed on your server by running composer -V in your server’s terminal which should produce output similar to this

Composer version 2.4.4 2022-10-27 14:39:29

If Composer is not installed on your server, you can install it locally for your project or globally by visiting the Composer Installation Documentation.

Use Laravel Installer to Create a Project

The Laravel Installer is a tool that provides a streamlined method for creating a fresh Laravel project. It’s a convenient alternative to the traditional method of installing Laravel through Composer. By using the Laravel Installer, users can swiftly initialize a new Laravel application by executing a simple command in their terminal or command prompt. This simplifies the process, making it more efficient and user-friendly, especially for those who frequently work with Laravel projects. The installer downloads the latest version of Laravel, sets up all the directories and permissions, and makes the application ready for development.

If you prefer to create a Laravel project with the default configuration that you can modify later, you can quickly Create a New Laravel Project with Composer.

As the user for the account that you want to install Laravel, use Composer to install the Laravel Installer.

composer global require laravel/installer --update-with-all-dependencies

You want to make sure that you add $HOME/.config/composer/vendor/bin to your PATH so the Laravel executable is found when you run the Laravel command to create a new project.

For Bash, you can automatically add this to your $HOME/.bashrc file by typing the following

echo 'export PATH="$PATH:$HOME/.config/composer/vendor/bin"' >> ~/.bashrc

You can either log out and back in or run source ~/.bashrc for the changes to take effect

Create a New Laravel Project

Now that you successfully set up the Laravel Installer, you can use the laravel command to create a new Laravel project. Navigate to the document root of the target domain and start the Laravel installer with your_project_name being a name of your choice for the project.

laravel new your_project_name

This will create the directory your_project_name and start the installer.

   _                               _
  | |                             | |
  | |     __ _ _ __ __ ___   _____| |
  | |    / _` | '__/ _` \ \ / / _ \ |
  | |___| (_| | | | (_| |\ V /  __/ |
  |______\__,_|_|  \__,_| \_/ \___|_|


 ┌ Would you like to install a starter kit? ────────────────────┐
 │ › ● No starter kit                                           │
 │   ○ Laravel Breeze                                           │
 │   ○ Laravel Jetstream                                        │
 └──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Laravel’s documentation provides detailed information on Starter Kits.

Create a New Laravel Project with Composer

For a simplier and quicker alternative to using the Laravel Installer, you can use the composer command to create a new project. Navigate to the empty document root of the domain you want Laravel installed and initiate your project.

composer create-project laravel/laravel .

Once that completes, you should see the default Laravel files in the current working directory.

If you see an error stating that the directory is not empty

                                                                                                                              
Project directory "/home/producthub/laraveltest.product-content-hub.com/lartest/test-project/test-project/." is not empty.  
                                                                                                                              

Make sure there aren’t any hidden files that may be blocking the installation by running ls -lah to list all files (including hidden files) and directories within your current working directory.

Viewing your New Laravel Installation

To be able to see the default Laravel installation page by visiting your domain, add the following to your .htaccess file in your domain’s document root to make sure that your website is being served from Laravel’s /public directory.

<IfModule mod_rewrite.c>
RewriteEngine On
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ public/$1 [L]
</IfModule>

If you installed Laravel into a subdirectory using the Laravel Installer, you can either move the installed files and directories to the domain’s document root or you can add the following to your .htaccess file in your domain’s document root (replacing your_project_name with the actual directory that Laravel was installaed):

<IfModule mod_rewrite.c>
RewriteEngine On
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ your_project_name/public/$1 [L]
</IfModule>

You should now be able to view your Laravel installation by visiting your domain in your web browser.

Conclusion

Now that you have installed Laravel and confirmed that it was successful, you can begin building your project! The .env file contains different environment configuration values such as database information and application URL that can be edited to fit the needs of your new project.

Domains can be easily registered right within your Account Management Panel (AMP). The domain TLD (top level domain) extensions we can register here at InMotion Hosting are listed here:

Of note, if you want to register a domain name with a .us extension, you will need to have a physical US address.

• How to Register a New Domain Name
• Domain Privacy
• What about other domain extensions?

How to Register a New Domain Name

1. Login to AMP (Account Management Panel).
2. Click the Register Domain button in the Manage My Account section.
   
   Or hover over Domains in the top navigation menu then click Register New Domain.
   
3. You will then be taken to the Domains page.
   
4. Once you type in the domain name that you would like to register, you will be presented with more options.
   
5. When you have confirmed your selection, the journey will proceed to the Term & Privacy page.
   
6. After you have made your selection and click Add To Cart, you will proceed to the Cart Checkout where you can review your order, select a payment method, and order your new domain.
   
   Once the order is complete, you can now begin to use your domain!

Domain Privacy

Did you know that whenever a domain name is registered, The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) requires your personal information be published in the WHOIS database? This includes your mailing address, phone number, and email address!

With Domain Privacy Protection from InMotion Hosting, we will make our information available to the public instead of yours. This can help protect you from potential spammers, telemarketers, and even identity thieves. This would cost only an additional $15.99 annually! Otherwise, we would have to use the billing information we currently have on file for your account. This is usually the name and address of the person who subscribed for the hosting account initially.

Your name will remain as the registrant contact so that you retain complete ownership of the domain. To register a new domain you will first need to log into AMP. If you need more information about logging into AMP.

Domain Privacy Protection is available with all hosting accounts, including shared hosting, VPS hosting, and our dedicated servers.

What about other domain extensions?

Keep in mind you can still host any domain with InMotion by pointing to our nameservers, and adding the domain to your cPanel. There are many other domain extensions that are available as well. There are extensions specific to every country as well as other more restrictive extensions such as .edu. Very soon, ICANN will be releasing around 700 other extensions for sale as well. If you need a domain that has an extension different from the ones we offer, your best bet is to visit Google and do a search for a registrar of that type. For example, if I want a .ca domain, I would do a search for “register .ca domain“.

Add a Modpack to Your Server

• Login to your Game Management Panel and double-click the Minecraft Instance on which you would like to add a Modpack.
• Click Stop and wait for the server to full stop before proceeding.
  
• Retrieve the Modpack of your choice from their Official Download page and then use one of the following methods to upload it to your server: Upload it to your server using the Minecraft File Manager or by connecting to your server with SFTP.
  Or, use the Download Here tool in the Game Management Panel by navigating your way to the FIle Manager and right-clicking to get the menu below:
  
  Click the Download file here button and paste the Direct URL of the modpack of your choice in the text field and click OK.
  
• Once the files are fully uploaded and present in your File Manager, if it is a compressed file such as a .Zip archive, right-click the file and click Extract.
  
• Take note of the Minecraft Server JAR file name that the modpack of your choice is using (reference your modpack’s documentation to see which .jar file is the one you are meant to use). In this case, ours is called minecraft_server.jar.
  
• Navigate using the menu on the left side of your screen to the Configuration Section.
• Click on the Server Settings Option.
  
• Look for the Server JAR option and click Scan for New JARs in order to ensure the system has a current list of JARs to display.
  
• Using the dropdown menu, Select the JAR file name that Matches the name we took note of in Step 5.
  
• Check your modpack’s documentation to confirm what version of Java it requires and confirm that the version is set by navigating the Configuration menu and clicking onto the Java and Memory Section.
  
• On this new page you will see a section called Java Version. Select the Java Version using the dropdown menu.
  
• You are Almost Done! Just head over to the Console and Start your Minecraft Server.
  
  
  Note: If you had a prior world present you may need to rename or remove that world in order to allow your modpack to properly generate a world and start as intended. How to Create a New World on your Minecraft Server.
  
  
  Note: Modpacks come in various shapes and sizes, certain packs will require more resources than others, please review your modpacks recommended hardware requirements to ensure you have the correct Minecraft Server Hosting plan for your needs.

Congratulations! You are now set up with your very own Modded Minecraft Server running your modpack of choice. Don’t forget to bookmark our Minecraft Server Hosting Product Guide for more helpful tutorials on how to build and manage your game server.

Setting Your Server to Launch from a Custom JAR

• Login to your Game Management Panel and double-click on your Minecraft instance.
• Click Stop and wait for the server to full stop before proceeding.
  
• Navigate using the menu on the left side of your screen to the Configuration Section.
  
• Click on the Server Settings Option
  
• On this screen you will have three sections that will allow you to select the Server/JAR type and version  of your choice. First you want to Navigate to the Server Type Section as Shown below and Select the Type of Server you are looking to host, for this example we selected Forge.
  
• Next it is important that we also specify the Version we want to use.
  
• And finally you will want to go back to the Server Type Section
  and Click the Download / Update button. Then proceed to Select the new JAR from the Server JAR  Selection Tool
  
  
  Note:If the JAR file of your choice is not showing up within the Server JAR tool, you may need to utilize the Scan for New JARs button to update the list.
• (Optional) In the case that you want to upload your own JAR file or the JAR type you are looking for is not present in the lists above, use one of the methods below and then reference back to Step 5.3 to select the JAR for server start-up.
  • Upload it to your server via the File Manager or SFTP
  • Use the Download Here tool in the Game Management Panel by Navigating your way to the FIle Manager > Right-Clicking to get the menu below.
    
  • Click the Download file here button and paste in the Direct URL of the JAR file of your choice and click OK.
    
• Check your JAR Provider’s documentation to confirm what version of Java it requires and confirm that the version is set by navigating to the Configuration Menu and clicking the Java and Memory link as seen below.
  
• On this new screen you will see a section called Java Version. Select the Java version you need using the drop-down menu.
  
• You are Almost Done! Just Head over to the Console and Start your Minecraft Server.
  
  
  Note: If you had a prior world present from a different version or JAR type you may need to rename or remove that world in order to allow your server to properly generate a world and start as intended. How to Create a New World on your Minecraft Server.
  
  
  Note: JARs Mods and Plug-ins come in various shapes and sizes, some will require more resources than others, please review their documentation for the recommended resource requirements to ensure you have the correct Minecraft Server Hosting plan for your needs.

Congratulations! Your server is now running on your Custom JAR! Don’t forget to bookmark our Minecraft Server Hosting Product Guide for more helpful tutorials on how to build and manage your game server.

Topics Include:

• Finding Your Server Address
• Connecting to Your Minecraft Server

Finding Your Server Address

Before we can connect to your Minecraft server, you will first need to identify your server address. 

• Login to your Game Management Panel.
• Click on your Minecraft instance you want to connect to, and click Manage in the sidebar on the right.
• Click View Connection Details and take note of the server address that displays. It will appear in a format similar to “vpsXXXXX.inmotionhosting.com”.

Connecting to your Minecraft Server

• Open the Minecraft Launcher and select the version of your choice and click Play.
  
  
  Note: The version of your client must match your server unless you have cross-compatibility plugins or mods installed on your server.
• Once the game launches click on Multiplayer.
  
• On this new screen click on the Add Server option.
  
• Enter your Server Address and click Done.
  
• Now to join your server, you can either click the ▶ Button on the server or select the Server and click the Join Server button at the bottom left of your screen.
  

Good Job! You are now Logged into your Minecraft Server. Build. Craft. Mine and have fun!. Don’t forget to bookmark our Minecraft Server Hosting Product Guide for more helpful tutorials on how to build and manage your game server.

Set a Custom World Seed

• Login to your Game Management Panel and double-click on your Minecraft instance.
• Click Stop and wait for the server to full stop before proceeding.
  
• Navigate using the menu on the left side of your screen to the Configuration Section.
  
• Click on the Server Settings Option.
  
• Locate the World Seed Option and enter the seed of your choice.
  
  
  Note: if you did this correctly you will see a message pop-up confirming that the Setting was Saved.
  
  
  Warning: If you had a prior world present you may need to Rename or Remove that world in order to allow a new world to be generated using the Seed you entered. How to Create a New World on your Minecraft Server.
• You are Almost Done! Just Head over to the Console and Start your Minecraft Server.
  

Congratulations, you’re all done! Your server is now using your Custom Seed to generate the terrain within your Minecraft World. Don’t forget to bookmark our Minecraft Server Hosting Product Guide for more helpful tutorials on how to build and manage your game server.

Create a New Minecraft World

• Login to the Game Management Panel.
• Select the instance you are working with then click the Manage button.
  
• Click “Stop” and wait for the server to full stop before proceeding.
  
• Once the server is stopped, navigate to the bottom left side of the panel and click the “File Manager” icon.
• Locate the folder named “World” and click the 3 vertical dots to the right of it and click “Trash“.
  
  
  Warning! Selecting Trash will permanently remove the world. Please ensure you take adequate backups or, alternatively, rename the world if you wish to keep it for future use. How to create a backup of your Minecraft instance.
  
  
  Note: Depending on your server type you may have to remove more directories, in the case of servers running on Paper or Spigot your world will be separated into 3 folders “world” “world_nether” and “world_the_end“.
  
  
  Note: If you have modified your world name in the server properties, the directory names will be different. Example: If the world name is set to “example” within your server properties, the name of your world folder will be “example” and in the case that you are running a server jar such as Paper or Spigot the other folders would be called “example_the_end” and “example_nether“.
• Navigate back to the status page by clicking on the “Status” option on the left side of the panel and click “Start“. This process can take a few minutes as an entirely new world is being generated.
  

Congratulations, now you know how to delete your existing Minecraft world and create a new Minecraft world in your Game Management Panel. Don’t forget to bookmark our Minecraft Server Hosting Product Guide for more helpful tutorials on how to build and manage your game server.

LOS ANGELES, CA – August 19, 2023 – At InMotion Hosting, we understand that the reliability of your websites and online projects is of the utmost importance. That’s why we want to assure you that we are taking proactive steps to ensure that your online presence remains intact, even as Hurricane Hilary approaches Southern California.

The Storm’s Severity

Hurricane Hilary has been making headlines as it gears up to be one of the wettest tropical cyclones in the history of the state. With the issuance of the first-ever Tropical Storm Watch for California, it’s clear that this storm demands our attention. Currently classified as a powerful Category 4 storm, Hurricane Hilary is predicted to track into Southern California over the upcoming weekend and into the early part of next week. This could bring about moderate to heavy showers, thunderstorms, and possibly stronger winds to the region. Some areas in Southern California are even expected to receive a year’s worth of rain due to this storm’s intensity.

InMotion Hosting’s Preparedness

As your web hosting partner, we take your website’s uptime seriously. Our data center in Los Angeles, operated by Digital Realty, is primed and ready to weather this weather-related event. With generators fueled and standing by, we’re equipped to handle any power disruptions that might arise. Our generators boast an impressive power capacity of 18,000 kW, ensuring that our services remain operational even in the face of adverse conditions.

Moreover, our commitment to uptime is underlined by our partnership with Digital Realty. Their facilities have consistently achieved an impressive “five nines” of uptime across their global data center platform for an astounding 14 consecutive years. This translates to exceeding 99.999% availability throughout 2023, reaffirming our dedication to operational excellence and reliability.

What to Expect

We want to keep you informed about what you can expect during Hurricane Hilary. While our data centers, networks, and hosting services are well-prepared to remain unaffected and fully operational, we understand that there might be some disruptions in our usual response times. Due to the storm’s impact, our phone and chat wait times could be longer than usual. We kindly ask for your patience during this time.

For non-urgent support requests, we recommend utilizing our ticketing system, which can be conveniently accessed through your Account Management Panel (AMP). This will help us prioritize urgent matters and ensure that your concerns are addressed promptly.

Staying Safe Together

In conclusion, the safety and security of our customers are of paramount importance to us. We hope that all individuals in the affected areas exercise necessary precautions and stay safe during Hurricane Hilary. Rest assured, we’re here to provide the technical support and hosting services you rely on, even in the face of adversity.

Thank you for entrusting InMotion Hosting with your online endeavors. We’re committed to weathering the storm alongside you and ensuring that your digital presence remains strong and steady. If you have any concerns or questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team. Stay safe and stay connected.

Resources for Southern California Residents:

• California Mobilizes Ahead of Hurricane Hilary, Urges People in Southern California to Prepare – www.gov.ca.gov
• Los Angeles County Emergency Notifications – ready.lacounty.gov
• How to prepare for Hurricane Hilary, the first tropical storm to hit L.A. in 84 years – www.latimes.com