Moving existing stores to new server

20 Nov 2011, 1:34 AM

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Moving existing stores to new server

Hi
I have to move several zencarts to a new vps... I am planning to put the shops into maintenance then set up the hosting on the new server using the same passwords, database name etc... I then plan to export the database sql and import on to the new server... Upload the existing files via ftp onto the new server and then change the DNS . The paths are the same as the hosting company is same just upgrading to new server. I understand that this approach does not exactly follow the guidelines but will it work, or I have missed something? Appreciate any advice thanks

20 Nov 2011, 1:39 AM

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drbyte

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Re: Moving existing stores to new server

Here is the safest approach: https://www.zen-cart.com/tutorials/index.php?article=100

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20 Nov 2011, 1:47 AM

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Re: Moving existing stores to new server

Thanks for the speedy response.. I did read this but article with care should I have any problem with my approach as I already have the same versions used for each cart.
Thanks

20 Nov 2011, 1:57 AM

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Re: Moving existing stores to new server

As long as the paths are the same you will be fine

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20 Nov 2011, 2:02 AM

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drbyte

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Re: Moving existing stores to new server

Be sure to TEST TEST TEST

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20 Nov 2011, 2:04 AM

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Re: Moving existing stores to new server

Thanks :smile: for the response