How to make .zexp import/export if data.fs is not available.
First of all, the most recommended way is upload of whole database (data.fs file). However, in some situations below tutorial may help you.
Important notice: you should have to install at target Zope instance the same version of Plone, Zope, Zope products which you have on your local Zope instance.
.zexp export can be carried out with the help of WinSCP program. As soon as you have this program downloaded, you can start export.
To begin, you've got to log in to Quintagroup Plone hosting account in the way provided below:
How to make .zexp export of Plone site
- Suppose your site is located at http://localhost:8080/Plone
Go to the ZMI http://localhost:8080/manage
To export local Plone site you have to select it (the Plone object) in ZMI and press Import/Export button.
- Don't change the id.
Select "Download to local machine"
Click Export button and save *.zexp file to local computer.
If your site id is Plone then the filename should be Plone.zexp file.
How to make .zexp import of Plone site
- Go to Quintagroup Control Panel and click on the folder "Server":
2. Copy your personal SSH information:
- Click on the "Session" drop-down menu of WinSCP and select the item "New Session":
- In the WinSCP Login window, which appeared after you've selected "New Session", enter your host name, user name, password, and click on the "Save" button:
- Save your session by clicking "OK":
- Now you have your new session listed in the text field of stored sessions and can finally login by clicking on the login button:
-In case the program asks you to confirm your wish to log in, press "Yes" button to proceed.
Go to WinSCP right column and choose the folder "data1":
- Open the folder "Import":
Find .zexp file in the left column of WinSCP. Copy .zexp file to the Import folder of your instanse (right column) via drag-and-drop.
Go to the ZMI root of Quintagroup hosting e.g. http://username.quintagroup.com/manage Click Import/Export button to Import .zexp file.