Installing WordPress using the 1-Click Application Tool
WordPress is a state-of-the-art blogging platform with a focus on aesthetics, web standards, and usability. Using our 1-click installer in the AccountCenter is the easiest way to start blogging today. You can also view a video of this installation made by WordPress themselves at wordpress.tv.
NOTE:
(mt) Media Temple only supports the basic operation of our 1-Click installer, and not the WordPress application. Please consult our Scope of Support for further details. You should also be aware of the following:
- The WordPress version used in the guide below may not reflect the most recent version available in the AccountCenter.
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Recent versions of WordPress feature an Automatic Upgrade (click here for more information). You can launch the automatic upgrade by clicking the link in the new version banner (if it's there) or by going to the Tools -> Upgrade menu. After that, it should be straightforward.
Automatic Upgrades do fail sometimes though, so remember to backup your database first, and deactivate your plugins before starting the upgrade.
Using the 1-Click for WordPress
- Login to your AccountCenter.
- Click on the primary domain of your (gs) Grid-Service.
- Click on 1-Click Applications:
- Click on Add New Application:
- When prompted with a warning click OK after reading:
- Click start for WordPress:
- Configure your WordPress settings:
- Website Path - Please place the domain or subdomain you wish to use.
NOTE:
DO NOT USE WWW. The www is not required as wordpress is smart enough to load your website at http://www.mt-example.com. If you would like your site to always load with the www then you can set that within the site url settings from the wordpress admin panel.
- Database Configuration - Please select new... from the dropdown, and give your database a unique name that will allow you to know it's WordPress, and with which domain it is associated.
- example: wp_mtexample
- Database Table Prefix - Please provide a table prefix that will allow you to remember which domain your WordPress database is associated to. Be sure to have it end with a underscore for easier reading in phpMyAdmin.
- example: wp_mtexample_
- Website Path - Please place the domain or subdomain you wish to use.
- Click Install.
- After the Pending Installation "state" completes, click on Finish.
NOTE:
If you try to access the domain before finishing the installation of WordPress you will be redirected to the AcountCenter. This security measure prevents others from finishing your installation, thus having admin access to your WordPress site.
- Provide your WordPress Title (as it will appear on your website) and a valid email address. Then click Install WordPress.
- Be sure to take note of your username and password. Login to Wordpress!
FAQs
Can I use the WordPress 1-Click installer on more than one domain or subdomain?
Yes, you can use the 1-Click installer as many times, and on as many domains, as you wish. If you do install more than one copy of WordPress, please remember to create a new database for each install.
How long does the WordPress 1-Click take to finish the installation?
On average, it should take no longer than 10 to 15 minutes. If it takes longer than 30 minutes, please open a Support Request within your (ac) AccountCenter.
Notes/Supplemental Resources:
Revisions:
06-30-2010: New screenshots for version 3.0.
09-11-2009: Article cleanup with new screenshots, et cetra.
08-27-2009: Provided more information regarding to the use of www.
04-27-2009: Added link to video post at wordpress.tv, Thanks to Michael Pick for the great tutorial.
03-24-2009: Added note for step 9 as many found this step confusing. Thanks to Shi G. for the comment.
08-20-2008: Article Creation
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