Installation Guide
System Requirements:
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- MySQL 5.7 or higher
- Apache 2.4 or Nginx 1.18
- Composer dependency manager
- Git version control
Step-by-Step Installation
- Server Preparation: Ensure your server meets all system requirements and has necessary permissions set up.
- Download CMS Package: Download the latest Five Star Manual CMS package from the official website.
- Database Setup: Create a new MySQL database and user with appropriate privileges for the CMS.
- Configuration: Copy the configuration template file and update with your database credentials and site settings.
- File Permissions: Set correct file permissions for uploads, cache, and configuration directories.
- Install Dependencies: Run composer install to install all required PHP packages and dependencies.
- Run Installation Script: Access the installation wizard via web browser to complete the setup process.
Specifications
| System Version | Five Star Manual CMS v3.2.1 |
| Type | Content Management System |
| License | Commercial License |
| Supported Languages | PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 |
| Database Support | MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL |
| Control Type | Web-based Admin Panel |
| Security Rating | Enterprise Grade (Highest Level) |
| User Management | Unlimited users with role-based permissions |
| Server Requirements | PHP 7.4+, MySQL 5.7+, 2GB RAM minimum |
| Storage Requirements | 500MB minimum + database space |
| Weight | 45 MB (compressed package) |
| API Support | RESTful API with OAuth 2.0 |
Support Information
- Standard Support: 1 year included with purchase
- Updates: Free updates for 2 years
- Additional Coverage: Optional premium support available
For technical support, contact Five Star Support at 1-800-555-1234 or visit fivestarcms.com/support
Key Features
Advanced Content Editor
Five Star's innovative WYSIWYG editor provides intuitive content creation with real-time preview, drag-and-drop functionality, and advanced formatting options.
Multi-Language Support
The system supports unlimited languages with automatic translation management, allowing you to create and maintain multilingual websites effortlessly.
Role-Based Access Control
Six different user roles with customizable permissions ensure secure access control, from basic contributors to full system administrators.
SEO Optimization Tools
Built-in SEO tools help optimize content for search engines with automatic sitemap generation, meta tag management, and performance analytics.
Mobile Responsive Design
All templates are fully responsive and optimized for mobile devices, ensuring perfect display across smartphones, tablets, and desktops.
Advanced Media Management
This feature provides comprehensive media library management with automatic image optimization, video embedding, and cloud storage integration.
User Role System Explained
Administrator
Full system access with all permissions and configuration capabilities
Editor
Can create, edit, publish, and delete any content across the system
Author
Can create and edit their own content, but requires approval for publishing
Contributor
Can create content but cannot publish; submissions require editor review
Subscriber
Basic access to view content and manage personal profile only
Guest
Read-only access to public content without login requirements
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| CMS won't start installation | PHP version incompatible, missing extensions | Check PHP version and required extensions, update if necessary |
| Database connection error | Incorrect credentials, database not created | Verify database credentials, ensure database exists and is accessible |
| Admin panel not loading | File permissions incorrect, cache issues | Check file permissions, clear cache, restart web server |
| Images not uploading | File size limits, directory permissions | Check upload limits, verify upload directory permissions |
| Slow performance | Large database, insufficient server resources | Optimize database, increase server resources, enable caching |
| Login issues | Incorrect credentials, account locked, cookie problems | Reset password, check account status, clear browser cookies |
Error Codes
- ERR_DB_CONNECT: Database connection failed - Check database settings
- ERR_FILE_PERM: File permission issue - Adjust directory permissions
- ERR_MEM_LIMIT: Memory limit exceeded - Increase PHP memory limit
- ERR_UPLOAD_SIZE: Upload size exceeded - Adjust upload limits
- ERR_SESSION: Session error - Check session configuration
- ERR_SECURITY: Security violation - Check for malicious activity
Manual Downloads
Current Version Manuals
FSCMS v3.2.1
Five Star CMS Enterprise Edition
FSCMS v3.1.5
Five Star CMS Professional Edition
FSCMS v3.0.9
Five Star CMS Standard Edition
FSCMS v2.8.4
Five Star CMS Basic Edition
Additional Documentation
API Documentation
Complete REST API Reference Guide
Developer Guide
Customization and Development Manual
Security Manual
Security Configuration and Best Practices
Migration Guide
Migration from Other CMS Systems