Name server configuration issues [closed]

https://stackoverflow.com/questions/13870475

07-12-2021
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Question

I know this is a bit of an odd request but it is all Google's fault... So that being said I'm a university student and I have my own website for the purpose of marketing my self to potential employers for co-op.

Okay, the actually question is: I set my MX record using 1&1's name server to point to Google apps however I never bothered to set up a webserver, just mail. Now I need an actually website as interviews start soon but every host wants me to point to their name servers, the only problem being the moment my MX record switches Google apps will stop my account and mail services and I can't re register because Google apps is now only for enterprise customers and I just love gmail too much to risk losing it. So, is there any way I can determine the IP address the host is using and point my website too it, like in CPANEL? or do I absolutely have to use their name server... I'm tempted to just set up an old PC with webmin in my father's basement if I can't find a way to point directly to an IP.

Thanks so much for any help!

Solution

Why not just use 1&1 hosting too?

They provide Windows and Linux Hosting

If you aren't willing to do that, call up your hosting support. They should be able to determine the IP address you will need for you A Record.