You can create a virtual directory manually through the Microsoft IIS web server manager by right-clicking on the folder, selecting Properties, then clicking the "Create" button in the Directory tab.
The following procedure is an example of how to create a virtual directory in Microsoft IIS.
Creating a virtual directory |
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From the Start menu, click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Administrative Tools, Internet Information Services. |
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In Internet Information Services, click New, Virtual Directory... |
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Use the Virtual Directory Creation Wizard to create a virtual directory for your application. Click Next> to proceed. |
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Enter your application’s Alias. This is typically the Application Name selected by Iron Speed Designer when creating your application. Note: If you pick an alias different than the Application Name, you will need to change your application’s Web.config file to reflect the virtual directory Alias. Click Next>. |
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Enter the directory containing your application. Click Next>. |
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Make sure your application has permission to Read files and Run Scripts. This is essential for Windows 2003 operation. Click Next>. |
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Click Finish. |
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Check that your application’s virtual directory has been properly created. Select Properties to display your application’s Properties dialog. |
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Check that the Application Name field contains your application’s name. If so, click OK. You have successfully created a virtual directory for your application. If not, proceed to the next step. |
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Click Create and create an application. |
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Change the Execute Permissions drop down box to Scripts Only. This is essential for Windows 2003 operation. |
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Press OK. You should be able to run your application now. |
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Creating a Virtual Directory for Your Application
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