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by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 10:27 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: Forum freezing and booting members out
Replies: 3
Views: 5348

Re: Forum freezing and booting members out

I wouldn't be too surprised if this is related to the AJAX shoutbox MOD that you mentioned in the other topic. I thought it may be too but can't think of a reason why? Has anyone else installed this and found the same issue? Did you fix it? Saying that one member has had this issue before the insta...
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 10:13 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: Best way to back up your forum
Replies: 7
Views: 12059

Re: Best way to back up your forum

Initially, you should back up everything. Copying to your own PC is safest. If this times out, then backing up to your web server, then using FTP to copy the file to your PC is the next best option. This knowledge base article has useful info for exporting your database: Knowledge Base - Moving You...
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 10:05 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: Forum freezing and booting members out
Replies: 3
Views: 5348

Forum freezing and booting members out

I have had a few reports from members that they are finding the forum freezing at times and then booting them out. One member logs in and then find himself sent back to the log in section??? :o Is there any common reason for this and how can I fix it. Any help is appreciated as always. Gobby ;)
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 10:03 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x MOD/Style Support
Topic: Help with forum issue ( Ajax chat)
Replies: 6
Views: 17992

Help with forum issue ( Ajax chat)

Hi all, Not sure if this is meant to be posted here but if not please move to wherever............... I have recently had the php mod for the ajax shoutbox added to my forum ( the startrekguide one) and it seems to work fine for me however there are a few members who are saying that the online users...
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 9:57 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: Best way to back up your forum
Replies: 7
Views: 12059

Best way to back up your forum

Hi all, Firstly I hope things are going ok with the repair of the main forum, it's a much needed place and should donations be needed please let us know as I am sure many of us will gladly assist with any financial need. I know I will gladly. ;) Ok , as I have been saying for a few months ....I'm ne...
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 4:07 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: How to hide forum from view of guests?
Replies: 9
Views: 62916

Re: How to hide forum from view of guests?

Thanks for that Kevin...something so simple yet so important.


Note to self: Stop messing with things you don't understand :oops:
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 4:02 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: How to hide forum from view of guests?
Replies: 9
Views: 62916

Re: How to hide forum from view of guests?

Problem solved.... :D

I just typed the name anonymous into the guests group and hey presto all is ok again. 8-)

Thanks for your help guys...one day I will have learned enough to pass on the help I have received... :oops:
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:59 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: How to hide forum from view of guests?
Replies: 9
Views: 62916

Re: How to hide forum from view of guests?

Check that the anonymous user account is actually in the guest group too. Now I havre a feeling I know what the issue is.... :oops: I was doing some work the other day on groups and saw this member " anonymous was in the guests group and thought it was something or someone trying to mess with ...
by Gobby
Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:31 pm
Forum: phpBB 3.0.x Support
Topic: How to hide forum from view of guests?
Replies: 9
Views: 62916

Re: How to hide forum from view of guests?

Sorry to hijack this thread but it's sort of just what I need... :? I have the opposite issue. Following the install of two mods recently my guests can no longer see the forums? They can see the board3 portal ok but if the click on forums they get the message " this board has no forums" an...