I have xammp installed, apache and mysql on my server, installed as a windows service. I have loaded some data into the database, and wrote a new index page to serve up the data, depending on user input to the page. Kind of a search page for data on a part number input, I work for a manufacturer, you enter a part number on the page, the page loads the part's description, drawing number, etc. The page also builds a link to the pdf drawing file of the part number. This pdf sits outside the htdocs folder, it is on the same letter drive, but not in the same install directory of xampp. When I try the link, I get the 403 access error. How do I get xampp to serve the pdf drawing file?
Things I have tried: editing config files changing some allow overrides and require all. I did restart xammp after this but not the entire server. I am still getting the access denied 403 error.
First, is it possible to do what I need (serve up a pdf from outside the root). If it is possible.....how? Am I on the right track or not?
I was going to include a picture of the directory structure, but it appears you can't upload a picture directly to the forums? You have to upload it to your own website and link it here......bummer.
Thanks for your help.