Same old question, how do i install

[noahnott]

Background of myself: I'm 17 (why that's important? It isn't), I've taken 1 semester of like really really really basic html stuff, and I don't really know anything about mysql, php, etc. I'll admit, I've asked really dumb questions before (like everytime I make a thread)...this may be one of them.

Ok ok, so I've been looking at the "Guide to Installing" (found on the pixelpost.org site). Under the heading, "Install" it gives 6 steps...great, I could do that. I felt proud of myself for finding the guide.

Btw, I'm using godaddy.com. I'm pretty sure it has all the requirements? The mysql database manager thing says it's "# Server version: 4.1.22-max-log
# MySQL client version: 5.0.27
# Protocol version: 10" - whatever that means. Ok great, sounds good to me.

So moving forward, the instructions say edit the includes --> pixelpost-sample.php file; I go to includes but there is only pixelpost.php. I just assumed that the guide is not for version 1.6.0 and just used pixelpost.php?

Ok, so I do the little change the "replace-me" thing - I entered the names of the database/username/password. For database, it seems that 'localhost' doesn't work (gives me server not found, or cannot connect, or something; i've tried local host about 5 times so far w/ different usernames/passwords). Then I tried entering the host name of the database which is "p41mysql95.secureserver.net". It seems that somewhat works b/c when i go to...

..."http://noahnott.com/pixelpost_v1.6.0/admin/install.php" it says "Error: Client does not support authentication protocol requested by server; consider upgrading MySQL client"....which confuses me b/c the client version is 5.0.27? Ok, so now I'm officially confused.

Btw, I skipped explaining a few steps. I use filezilla for ftp-ing. Steps 3 and 4 seemed to have already been done for me? (that also confused me; i feel like I'm doing something wrong).

I tried setting the permissions to 755 (step 5) but when I do that it says:

Status: Set permissions of '/noahnott/images/index.html' to '755'
Command: SITE CHMOD 755 index.html
Response: 500 'SITE CHMOD 755 index.html': command not understood

The command not understood part confuses me a little.

I did everything in the right order - i installed/reinstalled 3 times so far. I'm kindof...what's the word...confused. It seems I've messed up on step 1, 2, 3, 4, 5...and soon 6 (maybe).

Ideas? Did i even post this in the right place? Has this question already been answered in another thread? Should I give up? Is it something really obvious that I need to do (like read the 100 pages of threads?)?

[noahnott]

Oh, it says I downloaded 1.6.0...and this forum is for 1.6x. I posted this in the right place?

[Dennis]

I've asked really dumb questions before (like everytime I make a thread)...this may be one of them.
Dumb questions don't exists, dumb answers on the other hand do.


Ok ok, so I've been looking at the "Guide to Installing" (found on the pixelpost.org site). Under the heading, "Install" it gives 6 steps...great, I could do that. I felt proud of myself for finding the guide.
Well done! that is the first step.


Btw, I'm using godaddy.com. I'm pretty sure it has all the requirements? The mysql database manager thing says it's "# Server version: 4.1.22-max-log
# MySQL client version: 5.0.27
# Protocol version: 10" - whatever that means. Ok great, sounds good to me.
I'm with you, sounds good.


So moving forward, the instructions say edit the includes --> pixelpost-sample.php file; I go to includes but there is only pixelpost.php. I just assumed that the guide is not for version 1.6.0 and just used pixelpost.php?


Well, you're right about that one, that is confusing. We're in the midst of updating our documentation and expanding it to version 1.7. So this one might have been published a bit premature. You're right, on version 1.6 you need to edit pixelpost.php. Sorry for the inconvenience.


Ok, so I do the little change the "replace-me" thing - I entered the names of the database/username/password. For database, it seems that 'localhost' doesn't work (gives me server not found, or cannot connect, or something; i've tried local host about 5 times so far w/ different usernames/passwords). Then I tried entering the host name of the database which is "p41mysql95.secureserver.net". It seems that somewhat works b/c when i go to...

Normally localhost would be just fine. But I'm no expert of the settings godaddy uses. If you fail to provide the correct credentials you will possible end up with a broken connection for mysql.

..."http://noahnott.com/pixelpost_v1.6.0/admin/install.php" it says "Error: Client does not support authentication protocol requested by server; consider upgrading MySQL client"....which confuses me b/c the client version is 5.0.27? Ok, so now I'm officially confused.

Right, this goes back to the previous matter of not providing the correct credentials. At this point I would suggest you contact godaddy.com, explain what you're doing and what info you need (that info would be the things in pixelpost.php).


Btw, I skipped explaining a few steps. I use filezilla for ftp-ing. Steps 3 and 4 seemed to have already been done for me? (that also confused me; i feel like I'm doing something wrong).


Once again you have stumbled on some, in this case, old documentation. Many people forgot making the folders so we included them in the install. So yes, you can skip this step. No, you did nothing wrong.


I tried setting the permissions to 755 (step 5) but when I do that it says:

Status: Set permissions of '/noahnott/images/index.html' to '755'
Command: SITE CHMOD 755 index.html
Response: 500 'SITE CHMOD 755 index.html': command not understood

The command not understood part confuses me a little.

Well, here is a part you went slightly wrong. You're trying to chmod a file, not the folder. The error confuses me a bit but basically what you want to do is set the permissions on both "/noahnott/images" and "/noahnott/thumbnails" and not on the including index.html. You also might want to chmod to 777 to make sure it works. Once again I have to redirect you to godaddy.com if you failed to do so. In my opinion you did everything right (apart from chmodding a file instead of the folder) and the command not understood part is confusing me also.


Ideas? Did i even post this in the right place? Has this question already been answered in another thread? Should I give up? Is it something really obvious that I need to do (like read the 100 pages of threads?)?

Yes, it is the right place. No please don't give up, you're almost there. The obvious would be contacting godaddy.com.

And you might want to take a look here:http://www.eleven2.com/kb/other/how-do-i-install-pixelpost/ I know it is geared towards another hosting company but it might just be a better overview then our current documentation.

On the other hand I'm proud to say that we managed to make the install for 1.7 much more simplified. Version 1.7 is scheduled to be released soon.

[Dkozikowski]

FYI, that is the correct database host name structure for godaddy.

What is your current hosting plan with them? Windows or Linux?

[GeoS]

IMHO MySQL Client isnt fine for MySQL Server. They cant communicate (authenticate) properly and that is why you see some errors with it.
MySQL Client in v. 5.x.x.x doesnt know old type of authentication which probably is used by MySQL Server 4.x.x.x.

[noahnott]

Thanks for the responses everyone.

IMHO MySQL Client isnt fine for MySQL Server. They cant communicate (authenticate) properly and that is why you see some errors with it.
MySQL Client in v. 5.x.x.x doesnt know old type of authentication which probably is used by MySQL Server 4.x.x.x.

Godaddy lets me install two different versions of mysql (version 4.something or V.5.something). I've tried both so far; but both give me the same message. I'll try using v.5.something again tonight just in case I messed up that last time I tried.

FYI, that is the correct database host name structure for godaddy.


That's good to know. :)

What is your current hosting plan with them? Windows or Linux?

It says I got: "Economy Hosting - Windows (Free with Domain)"

We're in the midst of updating our documentation and expanding it to version 1.7. So this one might have been published a bit premature.

Ah, ok. I'll just use the instructions as a guideline then.


Normally localhost would be just fine. But I'm no expert of the settings godaddy uses. If you fail to provide the correct credentials you will possible end up with a broken connection for mysql.

and

FYI, that is the correct database host name structure for godaddy.

Since it seems my host name structure is correct (maybe), I think I'll skip contacting godaddy for now. If I still have problems later on tonight, I'll send them an email.

On the other hand I'm proud to say that we managed to make the install for 1.7 much more simplified. Version 1.7 is scheduled to be released soon.

Sweet. Should I hang on until it's released? I can wait; I'm not exactly in a hurry.

you might want to take a look here:http://www.eleven2.com/kb/other/how-...all-pixelpost/

I just quickly flipped through it. I'll read it more closely tonight (i'm pretty much writting this post to say I'm still alive). I'll write a follow up once i've done all the little things suggested.

I'll try doing the 755 and 770 thing on just the folder this time around.

Again, thanks for the help; I'll be back in a few minutes (or so).

[Dkozikowski]

It says I got: "Economy Hosting - Windows (Free with Domain)"


I was afraid you were going to say that. I'm not sure what the restrictions are with "Economy Hosting" but you must use Linux and not Windows hosting.

[noahnott]

Ah darn, I sent godaddy a message...i hope the person reads it and quickly says "Idk".

Do you by chance know if there is a magical button on godaddy to switch from windows to linux?

[GeoS]

I was afraid you were going to say that. I'm not sure what the restrictions are with "Economy Hosting" but you must use Linux and not Windows hosting.

Pixelpost works normally without any problem also on Win boxes but all depends from enviroment restrictions which are at Godaddy servers. That would be stupid from their side to offer hosting which would be useless.

[Zach-E2]

hey man..

i don't know if this helps or not, but here's a tutorial on how to install pixelpost:
http://www.eleven2.com/kb/other/how-do-i-install-pixelpost/

[Dkozikowski]

Pixelpost works normally without any problem also on Win boxes but all depends from environment restrictions which are at Godaddy servers. That would be stupid from their side to offer hosting which would be useless.


With "free" hosting, i wouldn't doubt it. It would not be the first time a godaddy windows user had to switch to linux hosting.

Godaddy seems to do things a bit differently then the rest.

[noahnott]

Just to let you know, I'm still alive. I'm taking a break for now - this website stuff is really mind numbing stuff...

...like, I'm just trying to install it; forget WRITTING pixelpost.

I'm actually 'not in the mood' to work on my site - tomorrow is a half day of school so I should have lots of time to work on my site.

Today, I'm just goofing off and writing short messages in various forums. Eating. Looking at my gallery for the 1,000th time. Homework. You know, all that good stuff.

[Dkozikowski]

you're almost there. i just took another look. all you need to do now is get your database connection info setup right.

If you need help, private message me your godaddy login details and i'll take care of it for you. this way, you can worry about writing your posts and not installing pixelpost.

[noahnott]

see above post...

[noahnott]

Alright...this time around i'm going to 'seriously' try again. ...just after i figure out how (and if) I can switch to linux hosting...forgot about that one bit of info.

*edit* Yay...i finally realized that i'm supposed to check the box that says /php instead of /asp...or something like that. I thought they were both windows before and kept choosing /asp. *sigh* Well, now I have to wait 1 to 24 hours (nice time frame). :)

[noahnott]

Thanks for the help/sorry for the troubles...just had to switch to linux hosting.

So yeah...everything works (so far; i still have to change the template).