[Jansar]

I'm trying to configure two different bulletin boards, and I'm prompted withto fill in the following:

Database Server Hostname / DSN
Your Database Name
Database Username
Database Password

I'm hosting this on my own computer (running OS X Server). Can someone tell me what they mean? Thanks.

[Jansar]

Here's the URL for the board I'm trying to work on. Thanks. http://129.210.144.104/forums/install.php

[pumpkinapo]

Try the following:

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Database Server Hostname / DSN - localhost (Assuming the db is on the same server. Otherwise enter the servers name here)

Your Database Name - You need to create a empty db for phpBB. This is the name of the db you created in mySQL or whatever db you are using.

Database Username - Account name of a db user with rights to the database above.

Database Password - Password for the above account.

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You can find the installation instructions here http://www.phpbb.com/guide/phpBB_Use....html#section2

I have phpBB set up here -> http://www.apoforum.com

If you have any other questions please feel free to ask.

[Jansar]

Thanks for the info!

And sorry for sounding like a newbie, but how do I create a db account? I'm also trying to install Movable Type, and I am "forbidden" to access the cgi files, proabably because I need a db account.