PairSIM is a software installation manager that makes downloading and managing popular software easy. You can use PairSIM to install WordPress, a powerful content management system (CMS) made for website and blog building. Just follow these simple steps to install WordPress using PairSIM.
Please note: This tutorial uses PairSIM, which is a web hosting add on. When this add on is enabled, your account is charged a small monthly fee.
WordPress Installation with PairSIM
Choose the tutorial that reflects your ACC interface type:
Not sure what the difference is? See Which ACC Interface Am I Using?
If you are using the Legacy Interface:
- Log in to the Account Control Center (ACC) at my.pair.com
- In the left sidebar, click PairSIM and click Software Installation Manager in the drop-down
- If you have not yet enabled PairSIM, do so now by clicking Enable Software Installation Manager
- Under “Software Available for Installation,” click the WordPress link
- Enter the information required:
| Blog Title | Enter the title of the blog here. |
| URL | Select the domain name from the drop-down and enter the desired extension in the box. |
| Database | A database will be created for your WordPress installation. If you want to name your database, click Advanced Options and then enter the name in the open box. |
| Admin E-Mail | Enter the email that will be used for admin purposes. Information regarding this installation, such as your WordPress credentials, may be sent to this address. |
| Public Blog | Check this box if the blog is meant to be public. |
- When finished, click Install WordPress with WP-Super-Cache
If installed successfully, a page will appear telling you that your WordPress installation was successful and show some information about your installation. - 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. WordPress should now be shown in the “Currently Installed Software” section.
If you are using the New ACC Interface:
- Log in to the Account Control Center (ACC) at my.pair.com
- In the top navigation bar, click Hosting
- Click the Software button
- If you have not yet enabled PairSIM, do so now by clicking Enable Software Installation Manager
- In the “Software Available for Installation” section, find WordPress and click its Install button
- Enter the information required:
| Blog Title | Enter the title of the blog here. |
| URL | Select the domain name from the drop-down and enter the desired extension in the box. |
| Database | A database will be created for your WordPress installation. If you want to name your database, click Advanced Options and then enter the name in the open box. |
| Admin Email | Enter the email that will be used for admin purposes. Information regarding this installation, such as your WordPress credentials, may be sent to this address. |
| Public Blog | Check this box if the blog is meant to be public. |
- When finished, click Install WordPress with WP-Super-Cache
If installed successfully, a page will appear telling you that your WordPress installation was successful and show some information about your installation.
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. WordPress should now be shown in the “Currently Installed Software” section.
After Installation
If you’re new to WordPress, check out some of these articles to help you get started:
- First Steps with WordPress
- How to Log In to WordPress
- Using WordPress Themes
- Writing Posts
- Understanding Pages
- WordPress User Roles and Capabilities
You can also check out the WordPress category in our Knowledge Base for tips and articles to help you get the most out of your WordPress site.