I've been at this for 3 days. Fresh install of Windows 2003, SQL server 2005, VS 2005, and DotNetNuke 4.0.2. I've used the starter kit, I've used the Install... I've deleted and recreated application pools, databases, etc... but invariably I get the following when it goes to the "install/install.aspx?mode=Install" page -
It's not a problem with database access... I've provided all the necessary permission on the directory... etc. I just can't imagine anything else... especially after reading the code that generates this error. Makes no sense. Can't anyone offer a suggestion? thanks
DotNetNuke Configuration Error
Object reference not set to an instance of an object.
DotNetNuke has extensive file upload capabilities for content, modules, and skins. These features require custom security settings so that the application is able to create and remove files in your website.
Using Windows Explorer, browse to the root folder of the website ( C:\DotNetNuke by default ). Right-click the folder and select Sharing and Security from the popup menu ( please note that if you are using Windows XP you may need to Enable Simple File Sharing before these options are displayed ). Select the Security tab. Add the appropriate User Account and set the Permissions.
If using Windows 2000 - IIS5
- the {Server}\ASPNET User Account must have Read, Write, and Change Control of the virtual root of your website
If using Windows 2003 - IIS6
- the NT AUTHORITY\NETWORK SERVICE User Account must have Read, Write, and Change Control of the virtual root of your website