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SiteGround TutorialsInvision Power Board Tutorial
Invision Power Board is a multifunctional discussion board application. It is written in PHP and requires aMySQL database. IPB allows theme customization and you can add numerous mods to the basicinstallation. IPB is not a free application any more, and you will need to purchase it in order to use it.
IPB Tutorial includes:
Instructions onhow to install Invision boardon your website.Guidelines about yourForum Configuration How to change theskins (themes) in IPB How to addEmoticons and Avatars in IPB Expertforum hosting servicesfor IPB websites with installation of the IPB application and freedomain name.Check ourInvision board hostingservices where you get free installation of IPB*!
* Please, note: IPB is a paid application. We will help you with its installation if you have a license for using it.
IPB Tutorial: Invision Board InstallationHow to install Invision Power Board on your website?
Before you can actually start using IPB forum, you need to spare some time with the installation processwhich is pretty straight­forward.
Pre ­ installation Steps
Step 1: Database setup
 
Please check ourMySQL tutorialto see how to create a MySQL database and user.Step 2: Upload Files
 
 You may uncompress the distribution file of the application on your local computer and upload all thefiles in the folder where you would like the board installed. You should make sure that they show in thedirectory in which you'd like to install the forum. Please check ourFTP tutorialfor more information onhow to setup your favorite FTP client.
Invision Power Board Installation Process
Open your browser and navigate to the directory with the installation files. The address bar should readsomething similar to this:http://yourdomainname.com/forum/install/index.php You should click [
Next
] to proceed to the next page.
 
 Here you have to read and agree to the license agreement. When ready, click on [
Next
]. You will betaken to the address details page. Normally the installation detects the settings automatically and youwon't have to change anything here.Click [
Next
] to proceed to the database details page.In the fields for database name, SQL username and password you should enter the MySQL database,username and password you created during the database setup. You can leave the table prefix to thedefault ipb_ or change it to your preference. You can also leave the table type to the default MYISAM.When done, click [
Next
].On the next page you should fill in the details for the administrative contact.
 
 Click [
Next
]. You are now ready to complete the installation. Click on [
Start installation
] to proceed.In the final step of the installation process you will be automatically redirected through a series of screens. When done, you should click [
Next
] one last time :)On the last screen you will see a note "Installation complete!"
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entertainingdri

Thanks. Great tutorial mate... Here's the Video Tutorial: http://bit.ly/cXQPGN - If you prefer video like myself. Don't get me wrong, I still like ur tutorial!

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