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WDM Database Installation Tips You Need to Know
Depending on how you are installing, use the following guidelines when prompted for Database configurations during an installation or upgrade:
•If you are installing a new WDM Database on a server - be sure to select the The Wyse Device Manager database has not been installed option.
Figure 6 Initial WDM Database installation
•If you are using an existing SQL Server during your initial WDM Database installation configurations - be sure to note the Server name, the TCP/IP Port, and the Database Password (for the default user named rapport), as you will use this information when you install the other WDM components. If you do not specify the TCP/IP Port for the WDM Database, the default 1433 is used (this is the port the database server uses for communication with WDM components).
Caution
If you use the Change Rapport Database Password option (for example, to satisfy company password requirements), be sure to note the password for WDM installation use and general password recovery.
Figure 7 Database configuration
•If you intend to use your existing SQL Server 2005 Express Edition for the WDM Database - ensure the Log on as account for the SQLExpress service is set to Local System account as follows:
From the Start menu on your server, navigate to Administrative Tools > Services,
