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Install Redpeaks on Windows

Installation package of Redpeaks is an executable file that you can download from our repository
The different install options are described below

Execute the Redpeaks installer without any option to start the wizard, then follow the instructions:
- Port number: Defines the port from which the application web portal will be accessible. Make sure it is not used by another application.
- Super admin credentials: Defines admin credentials that will always be available for connecting to the application
- Distant DB server: By default, Redpeaks will use its own internal database which will be sufficient in any cases. However, it is possible to use an external database.
- DB settings: If you activated distant DB server, you will have to set the DB connection settings (only MSSQL and MYSQL available)
Once all parameters are set, you will reach a screen to start the installation. Press Install
When the installation is over, a confirmation screen will be displayed
Redpeaks will be installed as a service
Few seconds later, the application will be running and reachable at http://localhost:8888 (by default)

Execute the Redpeaks installer with /SILENT option to install Redpeaks directly with the default settings. An application popup will still be displayed for showing installation progresses and results.
Execute the Redpeaks installer with /VERYSILENT option to install Redpeaks without any interaction at all.
Few seconds later, the application will be running and reachable at http://localhost:8888 (by default)

Perform a configuration snapshot (recommended)
Stop Redpeaks service
Rename [Install_path]\db\uiweb folder to uiweb.old
Wait 5 minutes that all monitoring processes are over
Follow the same steps than for the first installation, the installer will detect that you are doing an upgrade.
The service will restart automatically
Once the service is back online, log in and apply your last snapshot

Perform a configuration snapshot (recommended)
Stop Redpeaks service
Wait 5 minutes that all monitoring processes are over
Follow the same steps than for the first installation, the installer will detect that you are doing an upgrade.
The service will restart automatically