Blesta - Migration from HEXONET to CentralNic Reseller

Introduction

This guide explains how to migrate your domains from Hexonet (ispapi) to CentralNic Reseller (CNR). The process has been streamlined and you will need to extract and install the CentralNic Reseller module, configure your credentials, and use Blesta’s interface to complete the migration. This guide will walk you through the necessary steps.

Prerequisites

Before starting the migration, ensure you have the following:

  • The CentralNic Reseller module downloaded and extracted.
  • The correct username and password for your CentralNic Reseller account.
  • A full backup of your Blesta database.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Extract the CentralNic Reseller Module

Extract the module into the components/modules folder within your Blesta installation directory.

2. Install and Configure the CentralNic Reseller Module

  1. Log in to your Blesta admin panel.
  2. Navigate to: Settings > Modules > Available.
  3. Find the CentralNic Reseller module.
  4. Click Activate for the CentralNic Reseller module.
  5. Navigate to: Settings > Modules > Installed.
  6. Click Manage next to the CentralNic Reseller module.
  7. Add your CentralNic Reseller credentials and save the configuration.

3. Backup Your Database

Before proceeding further, ensure that you have taken a full backup of your Blesta database.

4. Migrate Domains from Hexonet to CentralNic Reseller

Now that the CentralNic Reseller module is configured, follow these steps to migrate your domains:

  1. Navigate to: Billing > Domains.
  2. Select the domains you wish to migrate or use the bulk selection option.
  3. Click the action list and select Change Registrar.
  4. Choose CentralNic Reseller as the new registrar.
  5. Submit to apply the change.

5. Migrate TLDs from Hexonet to CentralNic Reseller

After migrating the domains, you need to update the TLD settings:

  1. Navigate to: Packages > Domain Options > TLD Pricing.
  2. Click the toggle filters and select Hexonet (Ispapi) as the current registrar module.
  3. Update the relevant TLDs by selecting CentralNic Reseller as their registrar module.

6. Test the Migration

Once the migration is complete, test the following domain-related functions to ensure everything is working properly:

  • Domain registration
  • Domain renewal
  • Domain management (e.g., updating DNS records)

Further Information

For more detailed guidance, you can refer to the official migration guide here.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you have successfully migrated your domains and TLDs from Hexonet (ispapi) to CentralNic Reseller (CNR). The process involves installing and configuring the module, migrating domains and TLDs through Blesta’s interface, and testing the system to ensure everything functions correctly.

If you need additional assistance with the migration, please contact Blesta support. They are well-equipped to help with more advanced cases.

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