Need help with installing a wordpress db

Discussion in 'WordPress' started by nut legend, Feb 20, 2009.

  1. #1
    Hey,

    My host went down but I regularly keep backups of my DB, I have changed to a different host but I have a problem, how do I upload the DB? I made a new table and user and uploaded the DB via PHPMYADMIN, import. But it doesn't work, anyone know any step by step guides or videos?

    nut legend
     
    nut legend, Feb 20, 2009 IP
  2. Houdy

    Houdy Peon

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    Your wp-config.php file needs to have the new DB info in it.
     
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  3. dickieknee

    dickieknee Active Member

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    hi there i have not checked out the videos but there are a number or WP videos on becomeablogger

    steps involved
    create new DB
    add admin user to db set password
    note down the host etc
    ensure wp-content is writable for plugin updates
    update wp-config.php and ftp to main index
    if you cannot see wp-config then it will be named wp-config-sample.php
    rename to wp-config.php
    login
     
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  4. disital

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    Hello,
    I have done similar migrations for two of my sites. To help you I need to know what steps you have performed at the new host?
     
    disital, Apr 26, 2010 IP
  5. LiquidWebBenny

    LiquidWebBenny Greenhorn

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    I agree, you should be able to just set the database variables in your wp-config.php. Too, depending on the level of support that your host offers, they might be willing to help you out, too.

    If that doesn't work, let us know.

    Good luck!
     
    LiquidWebBenny, Apr 26, 2010 IP