System Requirements

Before attempting to install the software it's a good idea to make sure your web server meets the following system requirements.

We develop all our software to work with virtually every single webserver environment on Earth (UNIX (every flavour), Windows NT/2000, and more).

  • Website - The software is installed on the actual computer that hosts your website, which can be a dedicated server, shared server or virtual server. You can access the software from any PC using a web browser.
  • Perl 5.8+ - Your web server must have Perl 5.8 or better. Your network administrator can download the latest version of Perl from http://www.perl.com/. Perl is extremely common though, and installed on virtually every webserver on Earth.
  • CGI Access - Your website must be configured to run Perl/CGI scripts.
  • Server-Side Includes (SSI) - Your web server must be setup to allow server-side includes (SSI).
  • FTP Access - You will be transferring files from your local computer to your website, so you will need some kind of "File Transfer Protocol" software. We recommend CuteFTP.
  • Write Access - You must be able to make files and directories writable on your web server. If the software doesn't have write access it won't be able to update its data files.
Optional Requirements:
  • mySQL Database - For mySQL users you'll need mySQL 3.23.42+ and the Perl DBI 1.32+ and Perl DBD::Mysql 2.1021+ Perl Modules.
  • Image Thumbnailing - Requires ImageMagick 6.0.6+ Perl Module or GD Perl Module (GD.pm 2.17+).
  • Sendmail/SMTP - Required for optional email notification functionality.
      • If you're not sure whether your web server meets the listed requirements, contact your web hosting provider for assistance.