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moving from one server to another

Started by 5even, August 27, 2016, 07:49:43 AM

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5even

simple version:

- same versions fresh install on new server.
- exported db as per instructions (old server)
- imported to new server
- viewed new server SMF - just shows General category
- checked db on new server - categories are there along with all other setting from old SMF

why will the new server not reflect the categories and forums from the old?

thanks

ps
same question as many but it seems their issues are different.

Illori


5even

So (also) short answer. there is no backup/resort feature on smf. just copy from one to another, and edit the DB correct?

Thanks.

d3vcho

Yes, SMF has that feature, but we do not recommend the use of it. It's better to do a database backup from your database manager (PhpMyAdmin usually).

If you did that, please check this: What is repair_settings.php?

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