Ordered another server for MM

mdvaldosta · August 29th, 2006, 09:55 PM

Server load is now averaging about 1.5, which is fine for most sites but is too high for my comfort. Modded Mustangs is currently getting 8,000 visitors and serving nearly 30,000 pages (per day).

Because of this, I ordered another server and Modded Mustangs will be alone on it. This will ensure the site has plenty of room to grow in the future. Better to fix it now before it becomes a problem.

What will happen:

Sometime in the next week or so, I'll copy all the files and database over to the new server. Once everything is moved, I'll put a disclaimer on this server's forum that this is the old forum and any posts made will not be saved (it's either that or close the forums where no one can read anything). Once the DNS changes propagate, you'll know your on the new server when you no longer see the message.

Any questions?

drgnracin72 · August 29th, 2006, 09:57 PM

how much does a new server cost? you dont have to tell me if ya dont want to but i was just curious.

mdvaldosta · August 29th, 2006, 10:04 PM

I didn't buy it outright, I'm leasing it (VPS). It's $89 / month, not bad for what you get. I use ServInt. Great people in McLean, VA.

ChrisJ · August 29th, 2006, 10:08 PM

That is not bad at all...Do you take donations to help with server costs?

mdvaldosta · August 29th, 2006, 10:09 PM

Originally Posted by ChrisJ

Do you take donations to help with server costs?

Nope, not necessary. Thanks for the offer though.

ChrisJ · August 29th, 2006, 10:11 PM

This is one of the few sites I know of that does not have a donation block on the site...

JRuckas · August 30th, 2006, 12:56 AM

because joe is a fuckin mad man!!

how long will it take to change over the DNS?

Horseshoeing · August 30th, 2006, 06:10 AM

Originally Posted by ChrisJ

This is one of the few sites I know of that does not have a donation block on the site...

Its all a bunch of bull. The money you give them goes into their pocket. Joe loves us. So he does this for free and for the Mustang way. If it makes you feel better, you can give me money.

orangeRcode · August 30th, 2006, 08:41 AM

Originally Posted by Horseshoeing

If it makes you feel better, you can give me money.

mdvaldosta · August 30th, 2006, 09:13 AM

Originally Posted by WHT00GT

how long will it take to change over the DNS?

For most people, 48-72 hours. Some will get it sooner.

Horseshoeing · August 30th, 2006, 10:49 AM

I hope I am one of the sooner ones.

So if we mod something, it won't show up one the new one, not that I mod much.

B0mb3r645 · August 30th, 2006, 10:50 AM

What will the server be running on? T1? T3?

And yay on the new server!

August 29th, 2006, 09:55 PM	#1
mdvaldosta Maintenance Man 2002 Mustang GT 11.47@120.58 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Valdosta, GA Posts: 3,944	Ordered another server for MM Server load is now averaging about 1.5, which is fine for most sites but is too high for my comfort. Modded Mustangs is currently getting 8,000 visitors and serving nearly 30,000 pages (per day). Because of this, I ordered another server and Modded Mustangs will be alone on it. This will ensure the site has plenty of room to grow in the future. Better to fix it now before it becomes a problem. What will happen: Sometime in the next week or so, I'll copy all the files and database over to the new server. Once everything is moved, I'll put a disclaimer on this server's forum that this is the old forum and any posts made will not be saved (it's either that or close the forums where no one can read anything). Once the DNS changes propagate, you'll know your on the new server when you no longer see the message. Any questions?

August 29th, 2006, 10:08 PM	#4
ChrisJ The Cable Guy... 2002 Mustang GT SLOW Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Shepherdsville, Kentucky Posts: 15,360	That is not bad at all...Do you take donations to help with server costs? __________________ My Junk www.myspace.com/cjobe

August 29th, 2006, 10:11 PM	#6
ChrisJ The Cable Guy... 2002 Mustang GT SLOW Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Shepherdsville, Kentucky Posts: 15,360	This is one of the few sites I know of that does not have a donation block on the site... __________________ My Junk www.myspace.com/cjobe

August 30th, 2006, 12:56 AM	#7
JRuckas Grandpa 2001 Kia Spectra 19's on a good day Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Do work son..... Posts: 1,103	because joe is a fuckin mad man!! how long will it take to change over the DNS? __________________ JRuckas aka Mini Vin

August 30th, 2006, 10:49 AM	#11
Horseshoeing Classic Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: GA Posts: 4,179	I hope I am one of the sooner ones. So if we mod something, it won't show up one the new one, not that I mod much. __________________ Classic Mustangs are the best! Get one.

August 29th, 2006, 10:04 PM	#3
mdvaldosta Maintenance Man 2002 Mustang GT 11.47@120.58 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Valdosta, GA Posts: 3,944	I didn't buy it outright, I'm leasing it (VPS). It's $89 / month, not bad for what you get. I use ServInt. Great people in McLean, VA.

August 30th, 2006, 10:50 AM	#12
B0mb3r645 Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Rapid City, SD (about 4 miles) Posts: 1,070	What will the server be running on? T1? T3? And yay on the new server! __________________ "Look up!"

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