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Adding IP addresses to dedicated servers

Learn how to add additional IP addresses to your dedicated server by contacting Liquid Web's sales team for enhanced security and performance capabilities.

Adding additional IP addresses to your dedicated server can enhance its functionality, allowing for improved security, better performance, and more flexibility in managing multiple domains. This guide will walk you through the process of requesting additional IP addresses by contacting our sales team.

Why You Might Need Additional IP Addresses

There are several reasons why you might need more than one IP address for your dedicated server:

– Security: Isolating services on different IPs can enhance security.

– Performance: Distributing traffic across multiple IPs can improve load management.

– Domain Management: Hosting multiple domains with unique requirements may necessitate separate IPs.

How to Request Additional IP Addresses

Step 1: Contact the Sales Team

To add more IP addresses to your dedicated server, you’ll need to reach out to our sales team. They are equipped to handle such requests and guide you through the process.

Step 2: Provide Necessary Information

When contacting the sales team, be prepared to provide specific details about your request:

– Your account information and server details.

– The number of additional IP addresses needed.

– Justification for needing extra IPs (e.g., hosting multiple websites, improving security).

Step 3: Review and Approval

Once you’ve submitted your request, it will undergo a review process. Our team will evaluate the justification provided and ensure compliance with our policies before approving the addition of new IP addresses.

Step 4: Implementation

After approval, our technical team will configure the new IP addresses on your dedicated server. You will receive confirmation once this is complete.

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