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== Choosing a Computer for the Installation of MailStore Server == | == Choosing a Computer for the Installation of MailStore Server == | ||
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The MailStore server can be installed on any Windows PC. Neither server operating system nor database system is required. An overview of supported operating systems can be found in chapter [[System_Requirements|System Requirements]]. | The MailStore server can be installed on any Windows PC. Neither server operating system nor database system is required. An overview of supported operating systems can be found in chapter [[System_Requirements|System Requirements]]. | ||
=== Installation on an existing server === | === Installation on an existing server === | ||
| + | Depending on the environment, archiving strategy and usage, MailStore Server can be installed on an already existing server. To understand more about these relationships please refer to the [[Performance and Scalability Guidelines]]. Although not required, a concurrent installation on a Microsoft Exchange or other email server is possible. No changes are made to the email server. Whenever possible, MailStore Server should be installed on a dedicated machine. | ||
| − | + | Should the capacity of the current computer used for archiving reach its limits, the entire archive can be [[Moving_the_Archive|moved to another machine]] within minutes. | |
=== Tips for the test mode === | === Tips for the test mode === | ||
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To test MailStore Server, it can be installed on any workstation PC. Operation in a virtual machine (e.g. VMware) is possible without any restrictions as well. | To test MailStore Server, it can be installed on any workstation PC. Operation in a virtual machine (e.g. VMware) is possible without any restrictions as well. | ||
== Starting the Installation == | == Starting the Installation == | ||
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To start the installation process, double-click on the downloaded setup file. This is a regular Windows installation; simply follow the instructions on the screen. | To start the installation process, double-click on the downloaded setup file. This is a regular Windows installation; simply follow the instructions on the screen. | ||
== Choosing a Directory == | == Choosing a Directory == | ||
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MailStore Server by default uses the following directory as storage location: | MailStore Server by default uses the following directory as storage location: | ||
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You can change the storage location after the installation has finished by using the [[MailStore Server Service Configuration]]. Should you plan to store on a Network Attached Storage (NAS), the chapter [[Using_Network_Attached_Storage_(NAS)|Using Network Attached Storage (NAS)]] will provide more information on this. If you want to move your archive to a new location at a later date, the article [[Moving the Archive]] will provide more information on this. | You can change the storage location after the installation has finished by using the [[MailStore Server Service Configuration]]. Should you plan to store on a Network Attached Storage (NAS), the chapter [[Using_Network_Attached_Storage_(NAS)|Using Network Attached Storage (NAS)]] will provide more information on this. If you want to move your archive to a new location at a later date, the article [[Moving the Archive]] will provide more information on this. | ||
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After successfully installing MailStore Server for the first time, it is recommended to continue with the [[Quick Start Guide]]. A step-by-step tutorial explains the basics, from creating users to successfully archive emails the first time. | After successfully installing MailStore Server for the first time, it is recommended to continue with the [[Quick Start Guide]]. A step-by-step tutorial explains the basics, from creating users to successfully archive emails the first time. | ||
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Revision as of 14:01, 24 June 2014
Choosing a Computer for the Installation of MailStore Server
The MailStore server can be installed on any Windows PC. Neither server operating system nor database system is required. An overview of supported operating systems can be found in chapter System Requirements.
Installation on an existing server
Depending on the environment, archiving strategy and usage, MailStore Server can be installed on an already existing server. To understand more about these relationships please refer to the Performance and Scalability Guidelines. Although not required, a concurrent installation on a Microsoft Exchange or other email server is possible. No changes are made to the email server. Whenever possible, MailStore Server should be installed on a dedicated machine.
Should the capacity of the current computer used for archiving reach its limits, the entire archive can be moved to another machine within minutes.
Tips for the test mode
To test MailStore Server, it can be installed on any workstation PC. Operation in a virtual machine (e.g. VMware) is possible without any restrictions as well.
Starting the Installation
To start the installation process, double-click on the downloaded setup file. This is a regular Windows installation; simply follow the instructions on the screen.
Choosing a Directory
MailStore Server by default uses the following directory as storage location:
C:\MailArchive
This will be the directory in which the actual email archive will be stored.
You can change the storage location after the installation has finished by using the MailStore Server Service Configuration. Should you plan to store on a Network Attached Storage (NAS), the chapter Using Network Attached Storage (NAS) will provide more information on this. If you want to move your archive to a new location at a later date, the article Moving the Archive will provide more information on this.
First Time Installation
After successfully installing MailStore Server for the first time, it is recommended to continue with the Quick Start Guide. A step-by-step tutorial explains the basics, from creating users to successfully archive emails the first time.
