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The information contained in this section applies to IBM WebSphere Commerce Version 7.0.0.9 and Feautre Pack 8. The documentation also applies to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions.
Samples
Starter stores
A fully functional sample online store, provided in store archive format with WebSphere Commerce. Starter stores are samples designed to be used as a base from which a customized online store can be created. Starter stores are translated into several languages and support multiple Web browsers and platforms. Starter stores are fully accessible, with the exception of the Madisons mobile starter store. Accessibility guidelines for mobile devices are not well defined or well established.
Extended sites starter store
Use an extended sites starter store to get started on setting up an extended sites solution that will allow your selling organization to provide unique storefronts for different enterprise customers or showcase a number of branded storefronts.
Creating and configuring an Extended Site
You can create an Extended Site by creating the site stores using WebSphere Commerce Accelerator, then configure the store information and flows to have the store serve as an extension of your asset store. You can then add buyer authority for multiple accounts, and upload the catalog data and catalog filters for the Extended Site store.
Publishing the uploaded master catalog CSV data
After loading your master catalog CSV data, you can publish your master catalog data to your store using the Catalog Import tool.

Feature Pack 2: Deprecated feature

Publishing the uploaded master catalog CSV data

After loading your master catalog CSV data, you can publish your master catalog data to your store using the Catalog Import tool.

Note: Using the Catalog Import tool to import and publish catalog CSV data is only applicable for master catalog data and is not applicable for importing and publishing sales catalog data.

Before you begin

Before importing and publishing your master catalog CSV with the Catalog Import tool ensure you perform the following tasks:

Create the default store contract
Define the default store fulfillment center
Define the store trading position container
Specify the store master catalog id or the shared master catalog id

Procedure

Ensure your catalog CSV data has been loaded.
Open the WebSphere Commerce Accelerator.
Open the Catalog Upload and Import page:
- Click Merchandise > Catalog Import.
- Click Products > Catalog Import.
The Catalog Upload and Import page displays. Select the catalog CSV file that you want to publish.
Click Publish Catalog. The status will change to publishing. Depending on current system resources the catalog data will start publishing. Click Refresh to check on the status. Once the Status field changes to Published, the process is complete.