Installing the SOAPware DataServer
The SOAPware Data Server Installer will install an instance of the postgreSQL database engine on a server or PC. This lesson provides instructions for installation of the SOAPware DataServer.
Intro to Installation
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Installing the SOAPware DataServer
Before starting the SOAPware DataServer installer, log into the Server using the Administrator account. If you do not have access to the Administrator account, please contact your Network Administrator.
To start the SOAPware DataServer installation double click on the installer icon, or if you are installing on Windows Vista or Windows 7, you will need to right click on the install file and choose "Run as Administrator."
Note: You may be asked to install a Windows component when starting the Data Server installation. If you are prompted, Click the Install button to begin.
1. Â SOAPware Data Server InstallShield Wizard
Once launched, the SOAPware Data Server InstallShield Wizard will open. This wizard will guide you through the program setup process.
On the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for SOAPware Data Server screen, Click Next.
2. Follow the On Screen Instructions
On the Installation Notes screen, read the installation notes, then Click Next.
Complete the Customer Information if desired, then Click Next.
The Destination Folder window will appear. Click Change to alter the location of the database if desired. Click Next to continue.
Next, the Database Folder window will appear. Click Next to continue.
Next, the Validate Database Cluster Information window will appear with pre-populated data. For most users, no changes to the information will need to be made. Click the Next button to continue.
Click the Install button to begin the installation.
The installation process for the SOAPware DataServer will begin. The installation progress will be displayed in the Status bar.
As the installation runs, multiple windows will pop-up. The user is not required to perform any additional actions in the pop-up windows. Simply allow the installation to run.
Installation Complete!
Once the installation is complete, the above dialog will appear. Click the Finish button to complete the installation process.