If you have already installed the 12d Synergy Server application, you do not need to perform a full install. Please refer to the Upgrading the 12d Synergy Server page in that case.
1.1. Service Account and Password
A service account is the user account under which the 12d Synergy server is run. It should have administrative rights on the computer. A service account must have the Log on as a Service right, but this can be applied after installation too. In some cases, it can be applied automatically.
1.2. Data Directory
You will be prompted to select a location to store data during installation. This storage area could become quite large, depending on your usage and needs. It can be migrated at a later date if needed.
You should not use a mapped network drive unless you can guarantee that the drive letter will be available when the 12d Synergy Server service is started.
1.3. Required Server Components
If you have a SQL Server database installed, you will need to know the credentials to connect to it. You will also need to know the following details:
The server address and instance name
The name of the database
If you do not have a SQL Server database installed, 12d Synergy can install one for you.
1.4. Authorised Mode
You can either use the Single Sign-On concept so that 12d Synergy validates users against their Windows accounts. Or you can have custom user names for which you need to provide an SSL Certificate. If you are using Windows Authentication, a certificate is provided by Microsoft.
1.5. Active Directory
If you are using Active Directory for managing groups, you will need to know the name of the Active Directory server.
1.6. Mail Server
In 12d Synergy version 5.1.7.753 or later, you cannot configure the mail server from the installer. It has to be done from the 12d Synergy Administration application > Emails tab > Email Server tab. For more details, refer to How to Set Up Outgoing Email.
The 12d Synergy Server can send an email to alert users about specific situations. To configure this, you will need to know the following details:
The address of the SMTP Mail Server
Any optional authentication details for communicating with the server