Abila MIP Installation User's Guide
Below you will find brief information for MIP. The Abila MIP Installation User's Guide is a comprehensive guide that covers the installation process for Abila MIP, including both new and upgrade installations. The guide also explains the different installation scenarios, such as installing a one-user version of MIP, installing MIP on a network, and upgrading from a previous version.
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Abila MIP
Installation User's Guide
This is a publication of Abila, Inc.
Version 2014.x
Copyright 2013 Abila, Inc. All rights reserved.
Abila, the Abila logos, and the Abila product and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Abila, Inc. or its affiliated entities. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Step 1: Verify System Requirements
Step 2: SQL Server Express Installation
Step 3: Install/Upgrade Abila MIP Server
Step 4: Install/Upgrade Abila MIP Workstation
Chapter 2: New User - Server Install
Data Files and Directory Structure
SQL Server Express (Can be downloaded by following a link)
Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory
Chapter 3: New User - Workstation Install
Ensuring Access to “All Users” Folder
Data Files and Directory Structure
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Chapter 4: Existing User - Upgrading
Upgrading from a Previous Version
Updating Your Organization Database to Version 2014.x
Adding a Module to an Organization
Chapter 5: Existing User - Server Install
Data Files and Directory Structure
SQL Server (Express Downloaded)
Chapter 6: Existing User - Workstation Install
Ensuring Access to “All Users” Folder
Data Files and Directory Structure
Chapter 7: Uninstalling Abila MIP
Chapter 8: Help Documentation
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Chapter 9: Supplemental Maintenance
Backing Up Organization Database
Restoring Organization Database
Compressing Organization Database
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This guide includes combined instructions for both New and Upgrade installations of MIP.
New Installation Scenarios
You are installing a one-user version of MIP (programs and database) on a single computer. The computer may or may not be part of a network, but the programs and database reside on the local hard drive of this computer. In this scenario, there are no network files involved, and no other computers have access to the system/database.
You have a network comprised of a server machine with one or more local computers attached, and you want to install the database on the server machine so that other users can access it from their local computers (either one at a time or simultaneously depending on your license).
You have a network comprised of two or more local computers that can access each other's shared drives, and you want to install the database on one computer's shared drive so that other users can access it from their local computers (either one at a time or simultaneously depending on your license).
You have a network and want to install the database on a server machine for backup and security purposes, even though only one user accesses it from a single local computer.
You are installing the MIP programs and database in a virtual environment. You must use a virtual service client, such as VMWare's Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection.
Upgrade Installation Scenarios
You are upgrading an existing Stand Alone or Network installation. Your installation will upgrade if you have a previous version installed.
You are upgrading the MIP programs and database in a virtual environment. You must use a virtual service client, such as VMWare's Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop
Connection.
For specific information regarding existing users, see
"Existing User - Upgrading" (page 28) ,
User - Server Install" (page 32) , and "Existing User - Workstation Install" (page 42) .
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Chapter Overview
This guide takes you through the MIP installation, which is comprised of two components: MIP Server and
MIP Workstation. You will learn specific information about each of these components and how to install/upgrade them. The chapters in this guide are outlined as follows:
- This chapter outlines important information and procedures that need to be performed before running the installation programs. Read this chapter before installing.
"New User - Server Install" (page 9)
- Includes specific instructions on how to install and run MIP on a stand-alone machine or network.
"New User - Workstation Install" (page 22)
- Describes how to perform a workstation install.
"Existing User - Upgrading" (page 28)
- Includes useful procedures for existing users who are upgrading from a previous version of MIP.
"Existing User - Server Install" (page 32)
- Includes specific instructions on how to upgrade and run
MIP on a stand-alone machine or network.
"Existing User - Workstation Install" (page 42)
- Describes how to perform a workstation upgrade install.
"Uninstalling Abila MIP" (page 49)
- Outlines how to uninstall MIP.
"Help Documentation" (page 51)
- Provides instructions on how to access the MIP documentation.
"Supplemental Maintenance" (page 52)
- Provides instructions on how to back up, restore, and compress an organization database.
Before You Begin
For optimum results, perform the following “housekeeping” tasks on the workstation and server before running the installation program:
1. Verify that your current environment meets the new system requirements. You can view the system requirements at http://www.abila.com/solutions/fund-accounting-100.
Note:
Our System Requirements are changing; Windows XP and SQL Server 2003 editions will no
longer be supported with the 2014 Spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable
Operating System and SQL Server.
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Important!
Before installing or upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the
SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
2. Shut down all applications that are currently running, and restart the computer.
3. After Windows has restarted, shut down any applications that have opened at startup. Additionally, you may need to disable some applications, such as Norton AntiVirus©.
Press CTRL-ALT-DELETE to open the Windows Security form. Click the Task Manager button to open the Windows Task Manager form. On the Applications tab, select each program listed in the form, and click End Task.
Note:
The above processes only shut down the applications for the purposes of the installation. The next time the computer is rebooted, the programs and all Windows services are restored.
4. If the Windows Firewall is turned on, you must configure exceptions in the firewall for SQL Server or the client computer(s) will not be able to connect. For specific instructions on setting up the exceptions, see article 5156 in the Knowledgebase at http://kb.abila.com/node/5156.
Note:
Windows Firewall is turned on by default with Windows 2008 Server.
5. Delete all files in the local TEMP directory, such as C:\Documents and Settings\<Current User>\Local
Settings\Temp. Since the computer has just rebooted and any unnecessary applications are closed, there should be few files in the Temp directory. Nevertheless, delete any files or folders that remain there.
6. If you are running MIP on a laptop, set your hibernation settings to Never (Start>Settings>Control
Panel>Power Options>Power Schemes tab). Otherwise, when the computer times out, your seat will become inactive.
7. Before you begin the server install:
The user logged on to the server machine must be a member of the Local Administrators group and a user with Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin
(SA) password.
To install or upgrade MIP on a virtual environment, you must use a virtual service client, such as
VMWare's Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection.
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For specific instructions for SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition configuration, see article 5166 in the
Knowledgebase at http://kb.abila.com/node/5166. It details how to check an existing instance of
SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition to ensure proper functionality before installing MIP. Also,
Knowledgebase article 5176 offers SQL Server 2005 Standard Edition configuration instructions.
SQL Server 2012, SQL Server 2008, Windows 8 and 7 Users: Be sure to start the SQL Server
Browser and consider setting the Start Mode to Automatic to ensure that the workstation can access the MIP system database.
8. Before you begin the workstation install, you must ensure the following:
The user logged on to the server machine must be a member of the Local Administrators group.
Vista Users: Each workstation has at the very least read-write access to the “ProgramData” folder--<local drive letter:>\ProgramData. Also verify that each user that uses Aatrix® (for 1099s,
W-2s, 990s, etc.) has rights.
Windows 7 and 8 Users: Each workstation has at the very least read-write access to the
“ProgramData” folder--<local drive letter:>\ProgramData.
MIP cannot install successfully without these folders and rights.
9. Close any open windows.
After performing these steps, you are ready to run the Installation program.
The Getting Started guide assists in setting up the chart of accounts once the system is successfully installed, and Help is always available at the click of a button in the context-sensitive online help system.
Quick Install Overview
This is an overview of the installation process for all MIP components. Although there is only one executable (SETUP.EXE) for this install, the system actually runs separate wizards for each component.
Note:
To install MIP in a virtual environment, you must use a virtual service client, such as VMWare's
Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection.
Log on to your server as a user with local administrator rights, and download the MIP software to the computer functioning as the MIP Server. The system automatically runs SETUP.EXE upon completion of the download.
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Important!
Before installing or upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with
Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password.
Upon upgrade, the MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
The Abila MIP Installation Setup displays. After reviewing the provided documentation, select the Begin
Installation Process option.
Step 1: Verify System Requirements
Verify that your current system environment meets the MIP system requirements. You can view the system requirements at http://www.abila.com/solutions/fund-accounting-100.
Important!
Our System Requirements have changed; MSDE and SQL Server 2000 editions are no
longer supported. Please verify that you are using an acceptable SQL Server. Windows XP and SQL
Server 2003 editions will no longer be supported with the 2014 spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable Operating System and SQL Server.
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Step 2: SQL Server Express Installation
You must have SQL Server installed on your Server machine. If you plan to use an existing Microsoft SQL
Server install, please launch the Abila MIP Install from that machine.
If not, click the SQL Server Express Installation link to open a browser to the Microsoft Download Center website. There you can download Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with Advanced
Services. Select x86 or x64 and click Download to begin the installation. Also, click the Here to access instructions for installing the SQL 2008 R2 Express via an FTP directory.
Note:
Installing these requirements later will require the server to be restarted.
Step 3: Install/Upgrade Abila MIP Server
1. Select the Begin Installation Process option. Be sure you are logged in as a user who has local administrator rights to perform the install. Also, verify that you are a user with Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. (Upon upgrade, the
MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.)
Note:
To install MIP in a virtual environment, you must use a virtual service client, such as
VMWare's Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection.
2. The Abila MIP Server setup Install Wizard displays. Click Next.
New Users: To install to a local or network server, see
"New User - Server Install" (page 9)
.
Existing Users: To upgrade to a local or network server, see
"Existing User - Upgrading" (page 28)
and
"Existing User - Server Install" (page 32)
.
3. Review the End User License Agreement and select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option. Click Next.
4. Enter the serial number and activation code which was provided by Abila and click Next.
5. Accept the default MIP Share destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location. Click Next.
6. Select the database server that you are installing to by using the drop-down arrow, or Browse to the database location. Next, select how you want to connect to this server. If Server authentication is chosen, enter the Login ID and Password. Click Next.
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7. You are now ready to Install the application. Click Install to begin, or use the Back button to make changes.
8. Proceed through the Abila MIP Server setup. This process may take several minutes. The InstallShield
Wizard Completed panel displays. To begin the workstation install on the server, select the Install
Abila MIP Workstation check box and click Finish to launch the Workstation install. If you only want to install the server, click Finish without selecting this check box.
9. Navigate to the MIP Share directory on the Server and set Full control permissions to Everyone.
Step 4: Install/Upgrade Abila MIP Workstation
1. If you selected the Install Abila MIP Workstation check box after completing the Server Install, the Abila
MIP Workstation install Welcome panel displays. If you are installing the workstation only, go to the workstation machine and log on as a user with local administrator rights. Navigate to the MIP Share directory (\\MIP Share) on the Server, open the Setup sub directory, and select Setup.exe. The Abila MIP
Workstation install welcome panel displays.
2. Click Next. Review the End User License Agreement and select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option.
3. Click Next. Accept the default MIP destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location.
4. Click Next. Select the program features to be installed by using the drop-down arrows.
5. Click Next. The Install Wizard is ready to install the program. Click Install to begin the installation, or click Back to make changes to your installation settings.
6. Proceed through the Abila MIP Workstation setup. This process may take several minutes. The
InstallShield Wizard Completed panel displays. Click Continue to complete the Workstation Install.
7. Additional installs launch after you click Continue to complete the Workstation Install. Allow any additional installs to complete, and then click OK on the “Your install completed successfully” form.
8. Click the Exit button on the Abila MIP Installation Startup form.
Note:
This workstation install needs to be applied to each workstation.
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System Requirements
In order to take advantage of the latest security and performance enhancements, please note that this release of MIP has phased out backward compatibility for several system software components. For specific instructions on the technology improvements, migration information, as well as links to resources that assist qualified nonprofits in obtaining discounted operating system and database engine software, see article 5186 in the Knowledgebase at http://kb.abila.com/node/5186.
You should meet or exceed the system requirements found at http://www.abila.com/solutions/fundaccounting-100.
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Chapter 2: New User - Server Install
This chapter describes the installation process for a stand-alone, virtual, or network server. You must select a database engine prior to installing the Abila MIP Server. Once you have completed these steps, follow the
instructions in New User - Workstation Install to install the workstation.
This chapter explains the following:
"Server Install Overview" (page 32)
"Local Server Configuration" (page 10)
"Directory Structure Overview" (page 33)
"SQL Server (Express Download)" (page 13)
"Abila MIP Server Install" (page 14)
"Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory" (page 20)
Server Install Overview
The Server install is comprised of the following:
SQL Server Express- Download Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with Advanced Services from the SQL Server Express Installation link on the Setup tab of the Abila MIP Install on the Abila MIP
AutoRun.exe or use an already installed version of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition with
Advanced Services, SQL Server 2005 (Full Version), or SQL Server 2008 (Full Version).
Abila MIP Server - The Abila MIP Server installation creates the MIP Share directory. We recommend accepting the default path when installing the server component.
The necessary files related to the Abila MIP Server Install are copied to the SQL server. To download the
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with Advanced Services from the Microsoft website, click the SQL Server Express Installation link that displays on the Setup tab of the Abila MIP Install on the Abila
MIP AutoRun.exe.
Note:
Our System Requirements are changing; Windows XP and SQL Server 2003 editions will no
longer be supported with the 2014 spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable
Operating System and SQL Server.
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Important!
Before upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with
Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the
SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
Local Server Configuration
In order to successfully install and run MIP on a stand-alone machine, verify that the File and Printer
Sharing Service is installed, the TCP/IP protocol is installed, and the Server Service is enabled. Then, you need to complete the instructions in this chapter to ensure that the Abila MIP Server is installed correctly.
the workstation.
Note:
If you do not have a network adapter driver installed, you cannot continue the MIP install. You need to install the Microsoft Loopback Adapter first (follow the instructions below).
To Activate File and Printer Sharing Service:
1. Right-click Network and then select Properties. The Network and Sharing Center displays.
2. Under Sharing and Discovery, verify that File Sharing and Printer sharing are listed as On.
3. If Off displays, expand the down arrow and select the Turn on option.
To Enable the Server Service:
1. Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel>Administrative Tools>Services.
2. Double-click the Server Manager.
3. Expand Configuration, and click Services.
4. Make sure that the Startup type is Automatic and the Server Status is Started. If those settings are not in place, implement them, and then click OK.
To Install TCP/IP:
1. Right-click Network and then select Properties.
2. Click View Status for Local Area Connection and then click Properties.
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3. If Internet Protocol Version 4 or 6 (TCP/IPv4/v6) is not selected in the list, check the box and click the
Install button. If it is listed, click OK and skip to step 6.
4. Select Protocol, and then click Add.
5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click OK.
6. Click Close to close the Local Area Connection Status window.
Note:
If you are actually using TCP/IP to connect to your network, make sure that it is configured properly.
Directory Structure Overview
The Abila MIP Server executable (SETUP.EXE) creates the MIP Share directory. We recommend accepting the default path when installing the server component.
Data Files and Directory Structure
When installing the Abila MIP Server, the data files and workstation share files are stored on the machine that is functioning as the server. The workstation installation stores the MIP system and program files on each client machine.
After the server installation, the following directory structure exists on the drive and in the directory that was specified during installation.
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MIP Share Directory
This directory contains the following folders:
AATRIX contains the drafts and historical forms created by Aatrix, for each federal tax ID in the
Companies folder.
CONSOLIDATION FILES contains CONTEMP.TXT, which will be altered when consolidating data.
DATA contains a copy of the NPSSQLSYS.NPS and MIPT.NPS files. These are the system and sample database files that come with the system.
DDEPOSIT contains ACH.TXT, which will be altered when using the Direct Deposit module.
EPAYAP contains ACHAP.TXT, which will be altered when using the Electronic Funds Transfer for A/P module.
FORMATS contain the files needed to print custom forms in the system. This is where you should store custom formats created by the Forms Designer module.
GRANTADMIN contains scanned images of sample grant documentation for the Grant Administration module.
IMPORT includes sample DEF and data files that can be used with the Data Import/Export module.
MIP DOCUMENTATION includes the product guides available in PDF format.
{ORGANIZATION DATABASE NAME} contains all folders for attachments. This folder is not actually created until the attachments feature is activated in the system
(Administration>Organization>Attachments>Set Up Locations).
REPORT PDF FILES contains *.PDF files saved while using the Print to PDF feature.
SETUP contains the files necessary to run the Abila MIP Workstation installation. Each of the client machines will need to access this folder in order to install the Workstation component. The SETUP.EXE
file launches the Abila MIP Workstation installation.
SQLSCRIPTS contains SQL scripts necessary for the system to function properly.
SUPPORT contains support related folders.
Note:
Do not Password Protect the MIP Share Directory.
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SQL Server (Express Download)
SQL Server (Express Download)
Select one of the following that best describes your current setup, and then follow the instructions below for installation:
SQL Server Express (can be downloaded by following a link) - Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2
Express Edition with Advanced Services can be downloaded from the SQL Server Express Installation
link on your Abila MIP Version 2014.x Setup tab.
SQL 2008, SQL 2005, SQL Express (Already installed) - Either the Microsoft SQL Server or SQL
Express have already been installed as your server using the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com.
Or, SQL Server 2005, 2008 has already been installed as your server.
The SQL installation creates the \Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server directory. By default, this directory is located on the local drive in which your operating system is installed. Use the browser to change this destination during the installation.
All users have the option to install their own instance of SQL Express or SQL Server. This gives you the ability to administer it according to your practices.
SQL Server Express (Can be downloaded by following a link)
This section describes the installation process for the Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with
Advanced Services from the Abila MIP Version 2014.x Setup Tab. Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
Important!
Before you begin, verify that Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or higher is installed before you try to Install Abila MIP Server. Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel>Programs and Features.
1. Download the MIPsoftware to the computer functioning as the Abila MIP Server.
The system automatically launches autorun.exe and the Abila MIP Setup window displays.
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2. Select SQL Server Express Installation and follow the steps to download SQL Server Express from the
Microsoft website. Upon completion, continue the installation process.
Note:
Click the Here link to open a browser to access instructions for installing the SQL 2008 R2
Express via an FTP directory.
Abila MIP Server Install
When installing the Abila MIP Server, a directory is created by default—<Server Name>:\MIP SHARE.
The Abila MIP Server must be installed before proceeding to the
"Abila MIP Workstation Install" (page 23)
.
Note:
To install in a virtual environment, you must use a virtual service client, such as VMWare's
Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection.
Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
1. Be sure you are logged in as a user who has local administrator rights to perform the install. Also, verify that you are a user with Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server
System Admin (SA) password. (If you are not an Administrator on the SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install the software.)
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2. If you have not already done so, download the MIP software to the computer functioning as the Abila MIP
Server.
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The system automatically launches autorun.exe and the Abila MIP Setup window displays.
3. After reviewing the provided documentation, select the Begin Installation Process option. The system begins extracting the setup.exe file.
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4. The Abila MIP Server InstallShield Wizard prepares to install. The Welcome panel displays. Click Next.
5. The End User License Agreement displays. Select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option to continue with the Server Installation.
6. Click Next. The system displays the Product Registration panel. Enter the Serial Number and
Activation Code.
The activation code is case sensitive, so it must be entered exactly as it appears on the notification included with the system. (Store the activation code in a safe place in case your system needs to
be reinstalled.)
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Activation
Codes
The activation code is determined by the system’s license. The system uses the activation code to determine which modules you own, how many additional databases you have purchased, and how many concurrent users you will have available. Later, if you decide to add a module or increase your users or databases, you need to enter a new activation code. To enter a new license, use the
Administration>System>Activate License form. To add a module to an existing database, use the Organization>Add A Module form.
7. Click Next. Accept the default MIP Share destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location.
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8. Click Next. Select the database server that you are installing to by using the drop-down arrow, or Browse to the database location.
Then, select how you want to connect to this server. If Server authentication is chosen, enter the Login
ID and Password.
9. Click Next. You are now ready to Install Abila MIP.
10. Click Install to begin, or use the Back button to make changes.
11. Proceed through the MIP Server setup. This process may take several minutes.
12. When the installation is complete, the InstallShield Wizard Completed panel displays.
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This is the final panel of the server installation. It verifies that the Abila MIP Server installed successfully.
Select the “Install Abila MIP Workstation” check box, and then click Finish to continue through the installation program by launching the Abila MIP Workstation Installation wizard. For instructions,
proceed to New User - Workstation Install.
Alternatively, if you do not select the check box, you can install later from the MIP Share directory.
For more information, see
"Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory" (page 20) .
13. Click Finish to complete the install.
Note:
If you elect to install the Abila MIP Workstation later, the Abila Auto Update install launches after you click Finish to complete the Server Install.
14. If applicable, click the Exit button on the Abila MIP Installation Startup form.
15. Navigate to the MIP Share directory on the Server and set it to share with Full control permissions to
Everyone.
Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory
The MIP Share directory (which the Server installation created) contains the files necessary to install MIP's program files at each workstation. First, the MIP Share directory must be shared so that the workstations will have access to it.
1. Right-click the MIP Share directory at the server and select Share. . . If you do not see Shared, you will need to log on as a user account that is a member of the Local Administrators or Power Users
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Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory group.
2. On the Sharing tab, click Advanced Sharing. And then select the Share this folder check box.
3. Click the Permissions button.
4. Add the desired users/groups.
Note:
If you share to specific users/groups and not the “Everyone” group, you will need to add the
“System” account with full rights on the Security tab. If you give the “Everyone” group full rights, then it is not necessary to add “System.”
5. Grant each user/group Full Control and click OK. A minimum of Change and Read permissions are required. NTFS formatted servers will display a Security tab, in which case you must grant NTFS
Permissions. You need to allow System with Full Control. The Security tab will not be available if the drive is formatted using FAT32.
6. Click OK to close the Advanced Sharing window.
7. Click the Security tab.
8. Add the desired users/groups. Typically, the default NTFS permission is all you will need. However, you can grant the users/groups Full Control access.
9. Click OK to apply these settings.
10. Click Close to close the MIP Share Properties window.
Note:
You must allow inheritable permissions.
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Before starting the Workstation installation, you must have already completed the "Abila MIP
Server Install" (page 14) and "Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory" (page 20) , if there is a
network.
This chapter describes the installation process for the Abila MIP Workstation. This installation provides the program files needed to run the system. During the installation, you can choose which shortcut and executable files to install for each system, such as Administration, Accounting, Payroll, or the entire system. Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
The necessary files related to this installation are copied to the MIP Share directory of the server during the
Abila MIP Server installation. There is only one executable (SETUP.EXE) for the workstation install.
Note:
The user logged on to the workstation machine must be a member of the Local Administrators group.
Ensuring Access to “All Users” Folder
Before you begin the workstation install and you are using Aatrix®, you must ensure that the workstation has access to the “All Users” directory. The following steps should be completed for each workstation running on Windows Vista.
1. Click Start>Run.
2. Enter the <local drive letter:> in the Open box.
3. Click OK. The system displays an explore window.
4. Open the Program Data folder.
5. Ensure that the “All Users” and <user name> folders are listed. Also verify that each user that uses
Aatrix® (for 1099s, W-2s, 990s, etc.) has “Full Control” rights (right-click on folder>Properties>Security tab). Abila MIP cannot install successfully without these folders and rights. These steps should be completed for each workstation running on Windows Vista.
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Data Files and Directory Structure
When installing the Abila MIP Workstation, the system and program files are stored on each computer.
After the workstation installation, the following directory structure exists on the drive and in the directory that was specified during installation.
MIP Directory
The Abila MIP Workstation installation creates a MIP directory on the local disk partition with the most space. This directory contains the following folders:
HELP contains all the files associated with the online help system.
PROGS contains the executable (*.EXE) files required to run the system. Specific *.DLL files are included in the PROGS directory. Do NOT delete any of these files.
Abila MIP Workstation Install
This section describes the workstation install. There are two ways to access this install:
If you selected the Install Abila MIP Workstation check box at the end of the Server Install, the system automatically launches the Welcome panel of the Abila MIP Workstation install.
If you are installing the workstation only, go to the workstation machine and log on as a user with local administrator rights. Navigate to the MIP Share directory (\\MIP Share) on the Server, open the Setup sub directory, and select Setup.exe.
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1. The Abila MIP Workstation install Welcome panel displays.
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2. Click Next. Review the End User License Agreement and select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option.
3. Click Next. Accept the default MIP destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location.
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4. Click Next. The Custom Setup panel displays, which allows you to select the systems you would like to install. By default, the system installs the start menu shortcuts and program files for all systems, even if they are not part of the license.
To prevent a system from being installed, ensure that the “X” (Entire feature will be unavailable) is selected. This designation prevents the installation of the program files and the start menu shortcuts for that system. You may find this useful when you need to restrict a user from launching a specific system.
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Note:
If you do not install all systems now, but later decide you want to install the program files or start menu shortcuts, you can do so using Start>Settings>Control Panel>Add or Remove Programs. Select
Abila MIP Workstation and the Change button. The system displays the Welcome panel of the Install wizard. Click Next. Then, on the Program Maintenance panel, select the Modify option button, followed by the Next button.
5. Click Next. The Install Wizard is ready to install the program.
6. Click Install to begin the installation, or click Back to make changes to your installation settings.
7. Proceed through the Abila MIP Workstation setup. This process may take several minutes. The
InstallShield Wizard Completed panel displays.
8. Click Continue to complete the Workstation Install.
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9. Additional installs launch after you click Continue to complete the Workstation Install. Allow any additional installs to complete, and then click OK on the “Your install completed successfully” form.
10. If applicable, click the Exit button on the Abila MIP Installation Setup form.
At the end of the Workstation install, reboot your computer only if prompted to do so.
Note:
Remember, a workstation installation must be performed on each workstation that needs to run
Abila MIP.
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Chapter 4: Existing User - Upgrading
This chapter provides information that only existing users might need. It explains:
"Upgrading from a Previous Version" (page 28)
"Changing Your Database Engine" (page 29)
"Updating Your Organization Database to Version 2014.x" (page 29)
"Activating Your License" (page 30)
"Adding a Module to an Organization" (page 30)
"Setting Up Security" (page 31)
Upgrading from a Previous Version
You can only upgrade your program files to version 2014.0 from versions 2013.4, 2013.3, 2013.2, 2013.1, and 2013.0. If you are not currently running one of these versions, you must upgrade to one of them before you can upgrade the application files to 2014.0.
Note:
Our System Requirements are changing; Windows XP and SQL Server 2003 editions will no
longer be supported with the 2014 Spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable
Operating System and SQL Server.
Important!
Before upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the Sage 100 Fund Accounting software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
server from a previous version.
2. Once you have installed the Abila MIP Server, you will need to install the workstation.
Open the setup.exe from the \\MIP Share\Setup directory on your server, to launch the "Abila MIP
Workstation Install" (page 43) .
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If the Abila MIP Workstation component is already installed on the server or you wish to install the
Workstation on the server for the first time, you will need to open the application on the server to complete the upgrade process before proceeding to the next step.
Changing Your Database Engine
If you are upgrading and moving your database to a different instance of SQL Express or SQL Server, back up your system and organization databases, and then uninstall MIP and your current instance of SQL.
After you complete the installation process, restore your system database, NPSSQLSYS, along with your organization database. For specific instructions on uninstalling, see
"Uninstalling Abila MIP" (page 49)
and see
"Supplemental Maintenance" (page 52)
for instructions on backing up and restoring a database.
For specific instructions on moving the Abila MIP Server to a new server/computer, see article 876 in the
Knowledgebase at http://kb.abila.com/node/876.
Updating Your Organization Database to Version 2014.x
You can only update your organization database after the server and workstation have been upgraded to version 2014.x. To do so:
1. Log on to any system (Start>Programs>Abila>MIP>Accounting), and select an Organization.
2. The system displays a message stating that the organization database must be updated to the current version.
Select Yes, to begin the backup process to back up your organization database and then upgrade it.
This is strongly recommended.
Select No, if you have a current backup of the database and want to begin the update process immediately.
3. A utility program runs. Click Finish.
4. When complete, a message displays informing you that your database has been updated successfully.
5. Click OK.
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Activating Your License
When you initially purchase the system, an activation code that activates any and all modules that have been purchased is included with the software. You are prompted to enter that code during installation, and do not need to enter it any other time. However, if you are currently using the system and decide to add a module (or add users or databases), a new activation code will be sent to you.
Enter the new code in the Administration system in order to use the new features:
1. Open the Administration>System>Activate License form.
2. On the Owned tab (or Evaluation tab if evaluating a new module), enter the new activation code. Note that the activation code is case sensitive, so it must be entered exactly as it appears on the notification.
3. Click OK, and then the new features are registered in the system.
4. Exit the Administration system (File>Exit), and then reopen it.
Note:
If you were evaluating or adding the Scheduler, Electronic Requisitions, and/or Payroll modules, and you did not include the program files and start menu shortcuts, you can do so now. Click
Start>Settings>Control Panel>Add or Remove Programs. Select Abila MIP Workstation and the Change button. The system displays the Welcome panel of the Install wizard. Click Next. Then, on the Program
Maintenance panel, select the Modify option button, followed by the Next button.
Adding a Module to an Organization
A module can be added to the current organization, but first ensure that there are no users currently logged on to the system.
Note:
The activation code must be changed (Administration>System>Activate License) to include
Scheduler, Electronic Requisitions, and Payroll modules before these modules can be added.
To add a module:
1. Open the Administration>System>Current Activity form to ensure that no one (except yourself) is currently using the organization being updated.
2. Open the organization (File>Open Organization) in which to add the module.
3. Open the Organization>Add a Module wizard. On the first panel, select the module to add by selecting the appropriate check box.
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4. Follow the instructions on the screen and continue through the wizard.
5. Click Finish, and then the system adds the designated module to the current organization. This process may take several minutes.
6. To add a module to another organization, repeat this process.
Note:
For more information about the Add a Module wizard, see the online help or the Administration guide.
Setting Up Security
User security needs to be set up for each new module. To do so:
1. Open the Administration>Security>Set Up Organization Menus form to grant rights to users. This includes granting rights to new menu selections that are part of the new module.
2. Remember, this process must be repeated for each separate organization in which the module was added.
3. If anyone is using the Accounting system when a module was installed, they must exit and re-enter the system in order to see the new menu selections.
Note:
For more information about the Set Up Organization Menus form, see the online help or the
Administration guide.
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Chapter 5: Existing User - Server Install
This chapter describes the installation process for a stand-alone or network server. Prior to upgrading the
Abila MIP Server Install, you must close all workstations. Once you have completed the steps in this
chapter, follow the instructions in Existing User - Workstation Install to install the workstation.
This chapter explains the following:
"Server Install Overview" (page 32)
"Directory Structure Overview" (page 33)
"Database Engine Install " (page 34)
"Abila MIP Server Install" (page 36)
Server Install Overview
The Server install is comprised of the following:
SQL Server Express- Download Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with Advanced Services from the SQL Server Express Installation link on the Setup tab of the Abila MIP Install on the Abila MIP
AutoRun.exe or use an already installed version of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition with
Advanced Services, SQL Server 2005 (Full Version), or SQL Server 2008 (Full Version).
Abila MIP Server - The Abila MIP Server installation creates the MIP Share directory. We recommend accepting the default path when installing the server component.
The necessary files related to the Abila MIP Server Install are copied to the SQL server. To download the
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with Advanced Services from the Microsoft website, click the SQL Server Express Installation link that displays on the Setup tab of the Abila MIP Install on the Abila
MIP AutoRun.exe.
Note:
Our System Requirements are changing; Windows XP and SQL Server 2003 editions will no
longer be supported with the 2014 spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable
Operating System and SQL Server.
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Important!
Before upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with
Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the
SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
Directory Structure Overview
The Abila MIP Server executable (SETUP.EXE) creates the MIP Share directory. We recommend accepting the default path when installing the server component.
Data Files and Directory Structure
When installing the Abila MIP Server, the data files and workstation share files are stored on the machine that is functioning as the server. The workstation installation stores the MIP system and program files on each client machine.
After the server installation, the following directory structure exists on the drive and in the directory that was specified during installation.
MIP Share Directory
This directory contains the following folders:
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AATRIX contains the drafts and historical forms created by Aatrix, for each federal tax ID in the
Companies folder.
CONSOLIDATION FILES contains CONTEMP.TXT, which will be altered when consolidating data.
DATA contains a copy of the NPSSQLSYS.NPS and MIPT.NPS files. These are the system and sample database files that come with the system.
DDEPOSIT contains ACH.TXT, which will be altered when using the Direct Deposit module.
EPAYAP contains ACHAP.TXT, which will be altered when using the Electronic Funds Transfer for A/P module.
FORMATS contain the files needed to print custom forms in the system. This is where you should store custom formats created by the Forms Designer module.
GRANTADMIN contains scanned images of sample grant documentation for the Grant Administration module.
IMPORT includes sample DEF and data files that can be used with the Data Import/Export module.
MIP DOCUMENTATION includes the product guides available in PDF format.
{ORGANIZATION DATABASE NAME} contains all folders for attachments. This folder is not actually created until the attachments feature is activated in the system
(Administration>Organization>Attachments>Set Up Locations).
REPORT PDF FILES contains *.PDF files saved while using the Print to PDF feature.
SETUP contains the files necessary to run the Abila MIP Workstation installation. Each of the client machines will need to access this folder in order to install the Workstation component. The SETUP.EXE
file launches the Abila MIP Workstation installation.
SQLSCRIPTS contains SQL scripts necessary for the system to function properly.
SUPPORT contains support related folders.
Note:
Do not Password Protect the MIP Share Directory.
Database Engine Install
Important!
Our System Requirements are changing; SQL Server 2003 edition will no longer be
supported with the 2014 Spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable SQL Server.
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Select one of the following that best describes your current setup, and then follow the instructions below for installation:
SQL Server Express (can be downloaded by following a link on the AutoRun.exe) - Microsoft
SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with Advanced Services can be downloaded from the SQL Server
Express Installation link on the Abila AutoRun.exe.
SQL 2012, SQL 2008, SQL 2005, SQL Express (Already installed) - Either the Microsoft SQL Server or SQL Express have already been installed as your server using the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com. Or, SQL Server 2005 or 2008 has already been installed as your server.
The SQL installation creates the \Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server directory. By default, this directory is located on the local drive in which your operating system is installed. Use the browser to change this destination during the installation.
All users have the option to install their own instance of SQL Express or SQL Server. This gives you the ability to administer it according to your practices.
SQL Server (Express Downloaded)
This section describes the download process for the Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express Edition with
Advanced Services from the Abila AutoRun.exe. Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
Important!
Before you begin, verify that Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or higher is installed before you try to Install MIP Server. Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel> Programs and Features.
1. On the computer functioning as the MIP Server, log on as a user with local administrator rights and download and extract the latest updates using Abila Auto Update. To get the latest Abila Auto Update downloaded, see the Knowledgebase at www.abila.com/support.
Important!
Before upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with
Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the MIP software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the
SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
Once complete, the system automatically launches autorun.exe and the MIP Setup window displays.
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2. Select SQL Server Express Installation and follow the steps to download SQL Server Express R2 from the Microsoft website. Upon completion, continue the installation process.
Abila MIP Server Install
This section describes the install process by continuing to use your existing database server, however, the software will be uninstalled and reinstalled.
The Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server must be upgraded before proceeding to the "Existing User -
Workstation Install" (page 42) .
Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
Note:
To upgrade Sage 100 Fund Accounting on a on a virtual environment, you must use a virtual service client, such as VMWare's Infrastructure Client Console, instead of a Remote Desktop Connection
1. On the computer functioning as the Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server and log on as a user with local administrator rights. Then download and extract the latest updates using Abila Auto Update. To get the latest Abila Auto Update downloaded, see the Knowledgebase at www.abila.com/support.
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Important!
Before upgrading to the current software version, verify that you are a user with
Administrator rights on the SQL Server or have access to the SQL Server System Admin (SA) password. Upon upgrade, the Sage 100 Fund Accounting software will be uninstalled. If you are not an Administrator on the SQL Server nor have the SA password, you will not be able to install any version of the software.
2. If you have not already done so, download the Abila MIP software to the computer functioning as the
Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server.
3. Once complete, the system automatically launches autorun.exe and the Abila MIP Setup window displays. After reviewing the provided documentation, select the Begin Installation Process option.
The system begins extracting the setup.exe file.
4. The Abila MIP Server InstallShield Wizard prepares the upgrade. In the upgrade, the system will uninstall and reinstall the product. It is very important to perform a backup of your database.
5. The End User License Agreement displays. Select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option to continue with the Server Installation.
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6. Click Next. The system displays the Product Registration panel, with your current Serial Number and
Activation Code.
Activation
Codes
The activation code is determined by the system’s license. The system uses the activation code to determine which modules you own, how many additional databases you have purchased, and how many concurrent users you will have available. Later, if you decide to add a module or increase your users or databases, you need to enter a new activation code. To enter a new license, use the Administration>System>Activate
License form. To add a module to an existing database, use the Organization>Add A
Module form.
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7. Click Next. Accept the default MIP Share destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location.
8. Click Next. The system displays the database server where the system was installed. You can click
Browse to change the database location.
9. Then, select how you want to connect to this server. If Server authentication is chosen, enter the Login
ID and Password.
10. Click Next. You are now ready to Install Abila MIP.
11. Click Install to begin, or use the Back button to make changes.
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12. The system begins upgrading the Abila MIP Server software. This process may take several minutes.
13. When the upgrade is complete, the InstallShield Wizard Completed panel displays.
This is the final panel of the server installation. It verifies that the Abila MIP Server installed successfully.
Select the “Install Abila MIP Workstation” check box, and then click Finish to continue through the installation program by launching the Abila MIP Workstation Installation wizard. For instructions,
Alternatively, if you do not select the check box, you can install later from the MIP Share directory. For more information, see
"Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory" (page 20) .
14. Click Finish to complete the install.
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15. If applicable, click the Exit button on the Abila MIP Installation Startup form.
16. Navigate to the MIP Share directory on the Server and set it to share with Full control permissions to
Everyone.
Note:
Reboot your computer only if prompted to do so.
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Install
Before starting the Workstation Installation, you must have already completed the Abila MIP Server
Install and Granting Access to the MIP Share Directory, if there is a network.
This chapter describes the installation process for the Abila MIP Workstation. This installation provides the program files needed to run the system. During the installation, you can choose which shortcut and executable files to install for each system, such as Administration, Accounting, Payroll, or the entire system. Please carefully read each panel of the wizard during installation.
Note:
Our System Requirements are changing; Windows XP and SQL Server 2003 editions will no
longer be supported with the 2014 Spring release. Please verify that you are using an acceptable
Operating System and SQL Server.
The necessary files related to this installation are copied to the MIP Share directory of the server during the
Abila MIP Server installation. There is only one executable (SETUP.EXE) for the workstation install.
Note:
The user logged on to the workstation machine must be a member of the Local Administrators group.
Ensuring Access to “All Users” Folder
Before you begin the workstation install and you are using Aatrix®, you must ensure that the workstation has access to the “All Users” directory. The following steps should be completed for each workstation running on Windows Vista.
1. Click Start>Run.
2. Enter the <local drive letter:> in the Open box.
3. Click OK. The system displays an explore window.
4. Open the Program Data folder.
5. Ensure that the “All Users” and <user name> folders are listed. Also verify that each user that uses
Aatrix® (for 1099s, W-2s, 990s, etc.) has “Full Control” rights (right-click on folder>Properties>Security
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Chapter 6: Existing User - Workstation Install tab). Abila MIP cannot install successfully without these folders and rights. These steps should be completed for each workstation running on Windows Vista.
Data Files and Directory Structure
When installing the Abila MIP Workstation, the system and program files are stored on each computer.
After the workstation installation, the following directory structure exists on the drive and in the directory that was specified during installation.
MIP Directory
The Abila MIP Workstation installation creates a MIP directory on the local disk partition with the most space. This directory contains the following folders:
HELP contains all the files associated with the online help system.
PROGS contains the executable (*.EXE) files required to run the system. Specific *.DLL files are included in the PROGS directory. Do NOT delete any of these files.
Abila MIP Workstation Install
The Abila MIP Server must be upgraded prior to upgrading the Abila MIP Workstation.
If you selected the Install Abila MIP Workstation check box at the end of the Server Install, the system automatically launches the Welcome panel of the Abila MIP Workstation install.
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When the existing data engine configuration is kept on each workstation, select
Start>Programs>Abila>MIP>{any application}. The system displays a message indicating a new version is required; select Yes to automatically launch the Abila MIP Workstation Installation.
If the auto launch fails, due to the data engine configuration changing or Vista users with User Account
Control turned on, follow the steps below to launch the Abila MIP Workstation Install.
Note:
You must access \MIP SHARE using a UNC Path, not a mapped drive. Mapped drives are okay as long as they are consistent and persistent across all workstations, such as everyone having a G:\drive mapped to MIP Share.
Click Start>Run.
Enter the <\\server name> in the Open box.
Click OK. The system displays an explore window with all the shared folders listed.
Open the MIP Share directory on the server.
Open the Setup folder and run SETUP.EXE.
Important!
Vista Users -
If the User Account Control is turned on, a message displays that “A program needs your permission to continue,” click Continue to proceed.
The system automatically launches the Welcome panel of the Abila MIP Workstation install, if you selected the Install Abila MIP Workstation check box at the end of the Server Install or opened an application after the
Server was updated.
If you are installing the workstation only, go to the workstation machine and log on as a user with local administrator rights. Navigate to the MIP Share directory (\\MIP Share) on the Server, open the Setup sub directory, and select Setup.exe.
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1. The Abila MIP Workstation InstallShield Welcome panel displays.
2. Click Next. Review the End User License Agreement and select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” option.
3. Click Next. Accept the default MIP destination folder (recommended), or use the Change button to navigate to a different location.
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4. Click Next. The Custom Setup panel displays, which allows you to select the systems you would like to install. By default, the system installs the start menu shortcuts and program files for all systems, even if they are not part of the license.
To prevent a system from being installed, ensure that the “X” (Entire feature will be unavailable) is selected. This designation prevents the installation of the program files and the start menu shortcuts for that system. You may find this useful when you need to restrict a user from launching a specific system.
Note:
If you do not install all systems now, but later decide you want to install the program files or start menu shortcuts, you can do so using Start>Settings>Control Panel>Add or Remove Programs. Select
Sage 100 Fund Accounting Workstation and the Change button. The system displays the Welcome panel of the Install wizard. Click Next. Then, on the Program Maintenance panel, select the Modify option button, followed by the Next button.
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5. Click Next. The Install Wizard is ready to install the program.
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6. Click Install to begin the installation, or click Back to make changes to your installation settings.
7. The system begins upgrading the Abila MIP Workstation software. This process may take several minutes. The InstallShield Wizard Completed panel displays.
8. Click Continue to complete the Workstation upgrade.
9. Additional installs launch after you click Continue to complete the Workstation upgrade. Allow any additional installs to complete, and then click OK on the “Your install completed successfully” form.
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10. If applicable, click the Exit button on the Abila MIP Installation Startup form.
Note:
At the end of the Workstation install, reboot your computer only if prompted to do so.
11. If the Abila MIP Workstation component is already installed on the server or you have installed the
Workstation on the server for the first time, you will need to open the application on the server to complete the upgrade process, which allows the system to automatically update this component.
Note:
If the Abila MIP Workstation component is not installed on the server, a workstation installation must be performed on each workstation that needs to run Abila MIP.
12. Open the Organization>Add a Module wizard. Run through this wizard to add any new modules.
13. Open the Administration>Security>Set Up Organization Menus form to grant rights to new menu selections that are part of any new modules that were added.
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Chapter 7: Uninstalling Abila MIP
This chapter describes how to uninstall the Abila MIP system.
Uninstalling Steps
The following components must be uninstalled in this order:
1. Sage 100 Fund Accounting Workstation
2. Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server
information. Uninstall only removes the files that the installation process copied to your computer.
Data Import/Export,
Direct Deposit, EFT for A/P, and Forms
Designer Users
When installing, the system copies files to the \MIP SHARE\IMPORT,
DDEPOSIT, EPAYAP, and FORMATS directories. During the uninstall process these files are removed. If changes have been made to these files, either change the names of the files or move them to another directory.
To Remove the Sage 100 Fund Accounting Workstation:
1. Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel.
2. Click Programs and Features.
3. Select Sage 100 Fund Accounting Workstation, and then click Uninstall.
–OR–
If you are uninstalling a Sage 100 Fund Accounting Workstation on a computer, which acts as a client only
(it is not on the Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server), run the Uninstall on the Server through a UNC path
(<server name>\MIP Share\Setup\Uninstall).
To Remove the Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server:
1. Go to Start>Settings>Control Panel.
2. Click Programs and Features.
3. Select Sage 100 Fund Accounting Server, and then click Uninstall.
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To Remove the Sage 100 Fund Accounting System including all Third Party Applications:
1. Use the Unistall shortcut on <local drive letter:>\MIP Share\Setup folder.
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Chapter 8: Help Documentation
This chapter describes how to access the MIP help documentation.
Accessing Documentation
The Installation and Getting Started guides are provided with your new system. Other guides and help files are automatically installed as part of the Server Installation process. Therefore, documentation is now easily accessible to all workstations through the \MIP Share\MIP Documentation\PDFs directory and the
\Program Files\MIP\Help directory.
Some product guides are available in PDF format. You can access these PDF files using Help>Product
Guides or click Help and Support>Resource Center>Product Guides on the Navigation pane. These PDF files can be viewed and printed using a program, such as the Adobe® Reader®. To install Adobe Reader, you can download it for free from http://www.adobe.com/.
The online help's “context-sensitive” feature is an easy way to get help when you need it most. Contextsensitive means that the system knows where you are working within the system so when you need help, you can press the F1 key or click the Help button. There is a wealth of information available that you can use daily to help you in your work. By experimenting with online help, you learn to use the system quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
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Chapter 9: Supplemental Maintenance
The following information is useful for backing up, restoring, and compressing your organizational database.
Backing Up Organization Database
You can back up and restore all organization databases and the system database (NPSSQLSYS) for the
current version. When running a backup, the system creates an uncompressed copy of the database.
You can back up any database while users are in the system. However, to restore a database, all users must exit the system.
1. Log on to any system (Start>Programs>Abila>MIP). You do not have to select an Organization.
2. Open the File>Backup form.
3. Select the database you want to back up from the Database to Backup drop-down list.
4. Accept the default name (the database name, date, and time) or enter another name in the Backup to
File box.
5. If needed, click the Browse button and select the backup directory.
6. Click the Start button. The system backs up the database.
7. A dialog box will indicate the location of the backup when the process is finished.
Restoring Organization Database
1. Log on to Administration. You do not have to select an Organization.
2. Open the File>Restore form.
3. Select the database to restore from the drop-down list. If this is the first time a database has been restored, its name is not available in the drop-down list; you must enter a name here.
4. Enter the name in the Restore to File box.
5. Click the Browse button to locate the file.
6. Click the Start button.
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The path to the MDF file that you backed up is stored in the backup file. When attempting to restore the backup file, the system looks for the same path.
Compressing Organization Database
Before starting the compress process, all users must exit the system.
1. Log on to Administration, but do not select an Organization.
2. Open the File>Compress form.
3. Select the database to compress from the drop-down list.
4. Click the Start button.
Note:
Compressing large databases can take quite some time. If the actual database file has spaces in the name, the compression program will not work.
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Key features
Installation instructions for new and upgrade installations
Explanation of different installation scenarios
Troubleshooting tips and best practices
System requirements for Abila MIP
Frequently asked questions
The system requirements for installing Abila MIP are listed in the document. You can also view the system requirements at http://www.abila.com/solutions/fund-accounting-100.
The document provides step-by-step instructions for installing Abila MIP on a network. You will need to install the Abila MIP Server on a server machine and then install the Abila MIP Workstation on each client computer.
The document includes instructions for upgrading Abila MIP from a previous version.
