Magento

Hi All

I’ve been using v1.1.8 for a while and really need to switch to a newer version like v1.3.0.

Rather than upgrade my current store and risk breaking it (I’ve read the horror stories) I’ve decided to try a fresh install of v1.3.0 and import the old database. Has anyone tried this before or does anyone know if I will I have any major problems importing the database from v1.1.8 to a newer version?

Thanks

Well I believe the database structure have changed in the newer versions and as such I believe you will face issues if doing so.

What I suggest you to do instead is to create a staging store (test/development store) and try upgrading through it. If the upgrade works well you can safely upgrade your production store to the latest version, which is version 1.3.1.1 and not 1.3.0.

Why don’t you just test the install on a staging environment?

http://www.crucialwebhost.com/blog/setting-up-a-magento-staging-area/

If you insist on doing the fresh install method though, try this:

http://www.magentocommerce.com/wiki/groups/227/moving_magento_to_another_server

Except you’d be moving it to a different folder, but the staging is going to be the easiest way.