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kapeman
Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/2 18:08

  • kapeman

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I am considering changing hosting companies and am wondering what is the best way to move my XOOPS site?

Can I just do a database backup/restore to the new host?

Any help would be appreciated.

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msdana
Re: Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/2 18:26

  • msdana

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[size=x-small]If God is watching us, the least we can do is be entertaining.[/size]
Graphic Worx : Xoops Themes

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spankee
Re: Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/2 18:44

  • spankee

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The easiest way is to ask your new host to do the transfer. And remember to use the same username and password for your new Cpanel.

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kapeman
Re: Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/2 19:02

  • kapeman

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Thanks, I was wondering about any path issues, but that doesn't seem to be an issue.

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hyperpod
Re: Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/2 19:25

  • hyperpod

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Make sure you read the FAQ that answers your question, of course.

and pay special attention to the paths in the mainfile.php

make sure you update these with the proper settings of your new host:

// XOOPS Physical Path
// Physical path to your main XOOPS directory WITHOUT trailing slash
define('XOOPS_ROOT_PATH', 'var/www/html/yourURL.com/yourxoopsfolder');

// XOOPS Virtual Path (URL)
// Virtual path to your main XOOPS directory WITHOUT trailing slash
define('XOOPS_URL', 'http://www.yourURL.com/yourxoopsfolder');



Basic summary of moving a XOOPS site:

1. Backup database structure and data into an sql file.
2. Backup all files of your XOOPS site.
3. Import the backed up SQL file into a new database at your new host.
4. copy the files into your new host from the files backup you did in step 2
5. Make sure path settings match in mainfile.php to those of your new host.
6. Make sure the files on your new host are looking at the new database (this is also in mainfile.php)
7. Test it all to make sure its good.

Thats just the quick steps to moving your XOOPS site to a new host.

Remember to also read the FAQ linked earlier in this thread to address any other issues you might have.

Hope that helps,
Daniel Hall / XOOPS Module Development & Theme Design
Free XOOPS Support > My Wish List

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Youngblood
Re: Changing Hosts
  • 2006/5/3 6:18

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I suggest those of you who are searching for the best web host service to check this site with all the information and reviews of current hosting services offered in the web:http://www.hosting-buyers-guide.com/
It helped me choose the best hosting service I need for my site!

Youngblood

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