If I was to use an old version of a database on the new version of zen cart what would happen?
Is there anyway of knowing what version the old database is?
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11 Apr 2008, 02:49 PM #1
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Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
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11 Apr 2008, 04:06 PM #2
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Re: Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
You can see version info in ZC's admin console:-
Admin...Tools...Server/Version info
There are usually database alterations with each version upgrade. In short, using an older database with a newer version is inadvisable, and in all likelihood, will not work.
... better to UPGRADE, using the proper procedure.
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11 Apr 2008, 04:21 PM #3
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Re: Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
Note: Upgrading properly will preserve the information you have in your old database.
Please do not PM for support issues: a private solution doesn't benefit the community.
Be careful with unsolicited advice via email or PM - Make sure the person you are talking to is a reliable source.
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20 Apr 2008, 04:16 AM #4
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Re: Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
Does this mean you must re-enter every stock item again?
I am upgrading from ZenCart 1.2.7.
Surely this isn't the case as it would be ridiculously time consuming !
If thats the case I wouldn't want to upgrade.
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20 Apr 2008, 04:18 AM #5
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Re: Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
You'll notice if you follow the upgrade documentation that comes in each release that instructions for upgrading your existing database content are included as part of the steps you need to follow.
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20 Apr 2008, 05:36 AM #6
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Re: Old Databases in new zen cart problems?
Thanks ! I will give it a go !
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