Just recieved my Domain name

David · Jul 19, 2009, 21:15:02

I have just recieved the domain name I need for my new Email which I have got registered and the name is safe for the next two years by which time I may have mastered it

Couldnt set up the Email until the domain name was registered so here comes the fun bit

JohnH · Jul 19, 2009, 21:25:56

Just bear in mind that a new domain may take as long as 72 hours to replicate, so it may be that long before you can send and receive emails using an address @yourdomain.

David · Jul 19, 2009, 21:39:22

lodge this is all new to me,up to now I have always enjoyed the isp providing my EMail so this will be an experience

Ray · Jul 19, 2009, 21:46:22

I set up a new domain and email on Friday, David, and it was just over 24 hours before I could set up any mail boxes.

David · Jul 19, 2009, 22:11:44

Thanks Ray looks a little complicated but I will give it a go

I actually set it up a few days ago and just recieved the Email which this is the first line of

Thank you for choosing to register a .uk domain name. We are sending you this email to confirm that you now have a new account with us.

Is this the same as yours ?

The Email address I have but cant tie them together at the moment (have to read it all again)

Ray · Jul 19, 2009, 22:35:21

That sounds a bit different to mine, David, who did you use? I registered mine through 1&1.

D-Dan · Jul 19, 2009, 22:36:39

It gets easier

- congratulations on having a unique identity on the net

David · Jul 19, 2009, 22:39:49

To be honest Ray Im a tad confused at the moment I ordered or bought the Email through 1&1 reading this showed that I also needed a domain name which I ordered and paid for and I have now got both.

So I have just created Email with my address davidxxx@,then a get a lot of digits and a couple of letters

When I try and add the domain name name which has come from nominet.org it states that a transfer fee is applicable

After creating the Email it stated it will willll take about 5 minutes...but I did not put in the domain name which is confusing for me

David · Jul 19, 2009, 22:40:19

Quote from: D-Dan on Jul 19, 2009, 22:36:39
It gets easier - congratulations on having a unique identity on the net

Thanks Dan...Im nearly there

if nothing else Im having fun

D-Dan · Jul 19, 2009, 22:48:07

Shout if you get really stuck - I manage a couple of 1&1 domains with multiple email addresses, though I'm sure you'll find it easy once you work it out.

Steve

David · Jul 19, 2009, 22:50:02

Thanks Dan just watching the set up video again and its looking easier but I will yell if I need help

Ray · Jul 19, 2009, 22:52:16

I'm confused, David, have you received your email from 1&1 with your account number on and giving details of how to log in to your 1&1 control panel? I haven't seen anything about a transfer, fee I just registered the domain and paid the registration fees for it, and ordered their 5 mail box email package at 0.69 + vat per month. Everything was set up and useable within just over 24 hours.

D-Dan · Jul 19, 2009, 22:54:05

If he's bought a domain too, he may need to link them first. It isn't difficult - but does add an extra step.

Steve

David · Jul 19, 2009, 22:57:13

Yes got all that Ray a few days ago but at the time I did not order a domain name ......which I have done since from the same site.

So here is the situation

When I go onto my control panel I see this E-mail address david244@s2921x1107.websitehome.co.uk

I have recieved a domain name as well and when I try to add this in the control panel it states this name is not available !! well no I have it

I can add this domain name or transfer it for a small fee £2.99 which is fine but is it correct ?if so the rest looks easy enough just to set up my outlook Express to recieve mail

Ray · Jul 19, 2009, 23:00:01

Sounds like you need to do as Steve says, David, I ordered mine at the same time and it was already linked together.

D-Dan · Jul 19, 2009, 23:02:19

OK - it's late now - but if you want to talk to me off list tomorrow - I'm happy to help.

If you want to work it out - go to control panel - and you are looking for "Manage Domains", and then destination - make sure it points to your root destination and you are on your way.

Steve

Edit: If your new domain doesn't show - go to new - then add domain first

David · Jul 19, 2009, 23:03:07

Thanks Steve will do,my speed is really slow tonight pages taking ages to load ...will do thanks again

Sebby · Jul 19, 2009, 23:04:35

David, I sent you a PM. It sounds like you've setup an email address using the free domain that 1&1 give you, not the domain you bought.

David · Jul 19, 2009, 23:05:50

Yes I have Sebby didnt know they did this...no pm yet

D-Dan · Jul 19, 2009, 23:06:42

The built in domains have awful TLDs

Sebby · Jul 19, 2009, 23:07:58

Sent again, David.

David · Jul 19, 2009, 23:09:20

Recieved with thanks

David · Jul 20, 2009, 15:26:51

Well in true David fashion I messed that up and in the end decided on transfering thte name to my domain...........recieved the instructions from 1&1 and cant find in the control panel the "Edit" button they refer to .
All I need to do is accept or agree to the transfer but do you think I can find it

once I have doe this it is fairly simple....

I could have avoided this by ordering the Email and Domain name at the same time

Tomorrow will be fun

Dear Dr Rik please send me a repeat of the blue ones please

Rik · Jul 20, 2009, 15:31:23

If you call their support, David, they have the ability to take control of, or view, your machine and will talk you through the process by literally pointing you in the right direction.

David · Jul 20, 2009, 15:32:49

Yes I will give them a call

............when its beaten me