GetSimple CMS Installation with PairSIM

Shared

VPS

Dedicated

PairSIM is a software installation manager that makes downloading and managing popular software easy. You can install GetSimple CMS with PairSIM. GetSimple CMS is a simple content management system that utilizes XML instead of a database. With a helpful “undo” button that allows you to undo actions, a straightforward interface, and minimalist approach to theme customization, GetSimple CMS is focused on keeping things easy and uncomplicated. For more information, check out this About GetSimple article.

GetSimple CMS Installation with PairSIM

Choose the tutorial that reflects your ACC interface type: 

• Legacy Interface
• New ACC Interface

Not sure what the difference is? See Which ACC Interface Am I Using? 

If you are using the Legacy Interface:

1. Log in to the Account Control Center (ACC) my.pair.com
2. In the left sidebar, click PairSIM and click Software Installation Manager in the drop-down
3. If you have not yet enabled PairSIM, do so now by clicking Enable Software Installation Manager
4. Under “Software Available for Installation,” click the GetSimple CMS link
5. Enter the required information:
   
   

URL	Select the domain name from the drop-down and enter the desired extension in the box.
Admin E-Mail	Enter the email that will be used for admin purposes. Information regarding this installation, such as your GetSimple CMS credentials, may be sent to this address.
Site Name	Enter the name of the site.

6. When finished, click Install GetSimple CMS
   
   If installed successfully, a page will appear telling you that your GetSimple CMS installation was successful and show some information about your installation.
7. When finished, click Return to Software Installation Management.
   
   This will return you to the “Software Installation Manager” interface, which will now show your currently installed software. GetSimple CMS should now be shown in the “Currently Installed Software” section.

If you are using the New ACC Interface:

1. Log in to the Account Control Center (ACC) my.pair.com
2. In the top navigation bar, click Hosting
3. Click the Software button
4. If you have not yet enabled PairSIM, do so now by clicking Enable Software Installation Manager
5. In the “Software Available for Installation” section, find GetSimple CMS and click its Install button
6. Enter the required information:

URL	Select the domain name from the drop-down and enter the desired extension in the box.
Admin Email	Enter the email that will be used for admin purposes. Information regarding this installation, such as your GetSimple CMS credentials, may be sent to this address.
Site Name	Enter the name of the site.

7. When finished, click Install GetSimple CMS
   
   If installed successfully, a page will appear telling you that your GetSimple CMS installation was successful and show some information about your installation.
8. When finished, click the Return to Software Installation Management button
   
   This will return you to the Software Installation Manager interface, which will now show your currently installed software. GetSimple CMS should now be shown in the “Currently Installed Software” section.

After Installation

Don’t know where to start? Check out A Ten Minute Website Tutorial to get a jump on creating your new site!