Web Installer Wizard

Mentor LMS includes a user-friendly web installer that guides you through the complete setup process.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Server Requirements Check

The installer checks if your server meets all necessary requirements.

The system will check:

• PHP version
• Required PHP extensions
• Directory permissions
• Server settings

If any requirements are not met, they will be marked in red. Resolve these before proceeding.

Step 2: Application Settings

Fill in the basic application settings:

• Application Name: The name of your LMS platform
• Application URL: The full URL where your application will be accessible
• Application Environment: Select "Production" for a live site or "Development" for testing
• Timezone: Select your local timezone
• Purchase Code: Enter the purchase code from your CodeCanyon order

The system will verify your purchase code online before proceeding.

Step 3: Database Configuration

Connect your database:

• Database Connection: Usually mysql
• Database Host: Your database server address (usually localhost)
• Database Port: Usually 3306 for MySQL
• Database Name: The name of the database you created
• Database Username: Username for database access
• Database Password: Password for database access

The installer will test the connection before proceeding.

Step 4: Administrator Account Setup

Create the primary admin account:

• Admin Name: Your full name
• Admin Email: Your email address (used for login)
• Admin Password: Create a secure password
• Confirm Password: Re-enter your password

Step 5: Platform Mode Selection

Choose the platform operating mode:

• Administrative Mode: Only administrators can create courses
• Collaborative Mode: Approved instructors can create and sell courses

Click Confirm to complete the installation. Once seeding finishes, you'll be automatically redirected to the homepage.

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

Try refreshing the installation:

Visit https://your-domain.com/install/refresh to restart the installation process.

Still having trouble?

1. Clear your browser cache and try again
2. Check error logs in storage/logs/
3. Verify the installed file exists in storage/app/public/ (delete it and retry if the install failed midway)

Contact support:

Visit support.ui-lib.com and create a support ticket with the error details and any log attachments.