Complete the pre-installation checklist below to prepare the server where you plan to install Kiwi Syslog Server.
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Review release notes | Review the Kiwi Syslog Server release notes. |
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Review system requirements |
Verify that the server meets the hardware and software requirements. |
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Run all Windows updates | Before installation, check for and run all Microsoft Windows Updates on the server. As you install, if a Windows update runs, your system might reboot. |
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Open ports |
Verify that the firewall allows traffic to pass through the required ports. |
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Check for antivirus software |
Determine if any antivirus software is installed on the server where you plan to install Kiwi Syslog Server. To ensure the installation goes smoothly, exclude the SolarWinds directory. For example, on Windows Server 2012 R2, exclude the following directories:
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Download the installation file |
Existing Kiwi Syslog Server users:
Evaluators: Download your free 14-day evaluation from www.solarwinds.com/kiwi-syslog-server. |
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Run the installation file |
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Complete the Kiwi Syslog Server Setup wizard |
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(Optional) Complete the Kiwi Syslog Web Access Setup wizard |
If you selected the option to install Kiwi Syslog Web Access, the Kiwi Syslog Web Access Setup wizard starts automatically.
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Close the wizard. |
Click Finish to close the Kiwi Syslog Server Setup wizard and open the Kiwi Syslog Service Manager. |