Windows Server

Hi

Will the 68 Classifieds work with a windows server.Inoticed your docs don't mention anything about it, but was just wondering...mmmm

Thanks
Barry

[juven14]

I've seen several people who've said they run it on a windows server. Hopefully they will post here and confirm it.

[Chaslie]

My understanding is this:
Apache needs to be installed along with all of the php modules required (gd, mysql etc). The ioncube nneds to also be installed through the php.ini.

I know of one person who is running windows xp pro with xampp installer package installed. (http://www.apachefriends.org/en/xampp.html)

However in all cases there are email problems - not sure what they are.

[civ]

And using smtp should alleviate the email problems. Or you could install sendmail I suppose...

So in at this stage it is a bit of a gamble to purchase a license, but i will wait for a few more responses and see what others have to say.

Thanks
Barry

[Chaslie]

It's still the weekend in the US. The guys should be able to help you within the next few hours.

[Eric Barnes]

Barry,

Sorry for the delay. I can think of three or four sites running on windows. However there are a few things to keep in mind.

1. The server still must support everything on this page: http://www.68classifieds.com/features/requirements.php
2. You would probably need to use the smtp option for sending email.
3. You would still need to change some permissions on a few folders.

I have ran into a few issues with the last one but your host should be able to do it for you.

Also we offer a 14 day money back quarantee so even if it isn't running you could get a refund.

[barrysmith]

Hi

Thanks for the response, it is my own server(dedicated server), to be honest,i do not know much about servers, but if all goes to plan and the client likes what i offer, i may be calling on someones services to help but obviously i will pay someone to help set this up but for now one step at a time...

I do have both of these installed:

• PHP Version 4.1 or above
• MySQL 3.23 or above (Not configured) Brain has fried, needs to cool down for a few days

Not sure about these:Brain has fried, needs to cool down for a few days

• Either GD, GD2, or Netpbm for the image upload and resize functions.
• ionCube Loaders

Thanks for all the help, but there seems to be some affiliation with ECT, so there is no surprises about the level of support.

Regards
Barry

Originally Posted by Chaslie

My understanding is this:
Apache needs to be installed along with all of the php modules required (gd, mysql etc). The ioncube nneds to also be installed through the php.ini.

I fail to see why IIS with a php interpreter wouldn't run the application. Does the app utilize Apache specific server calls? I have a win2k Advanced Server running IIS 5 and have multiple PHP applications running on it (phpbb, UCCASS).

Can a Sales rep verify that Apache web server must be installed? or will IIS/php combo do the trick.

Originally Posted by Chaslie

However in all cases there are email problems - not sure what they are.

That seems like a straight forward smtp issue to me, however I'd like to verify this from a rep.

[juven14]

The SEO mod will require Apache - since it uses an apache command to rewrite urls. Other than that I'll bet you can set it up on windows as you've said. I just have never attempted to install on a windows server nor got the chance to play around with one.