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Additional Note: Because this is a major version upgrade of phpBB I recommend testing the upgrade on a local workstation before doing on the new web server. | Additional Note: Because this is a major version upgrade of phpBB I recommend testing the upgrade on a local workstation before doing on the new web server. | ||
Revision as of 13:57, 11 February 2009
Work Breakdown for upgrading Puddle to phpBB 3
1. Create root for site on new host
2. Configure DNS entry for the forum pointing to new root
3. Obtain a current copy of the puddle (phpBB 2 files + MySQL database) from Speck.
4. Install and configure puddle (phpBB 2 files + database) on new web server.
5. Verify install with text group:
- Verify new forum post, edit, delete, etc.
- Verify smtp is functioning
- Verify file upload (avatar)
- Verify any other critical functionality
6. Download phpBB3 Update Package: http://www.phpbb.com/downloads/olympus.php?update=1
7. When you are ready to perform upgrade:
- Announce to puddle community that the puddle will be down for maintenance for 24 hours
- Disable puddle to public access
- Get a fresh cut of puddle database
- Refresh new build with this database cut
- Follow instructions to upgrade new installation of puddle to phpBB 3
8. Post new index.html page on disorient.tv/forum. This page should:
- Block users from access to old site
- Notify users that puddle has be upgraded
- Provide link to new puddle location
9. Update link on left nav of disorient wiki
Additional Note: Because this is a major version upgrade of phpBB I recommend testing the upgrade on a local workstation before doing on the new web server.
