🆕On-Premises setup guide

This guide explains how to install and set up the Ninox On-Premises server.

Before you begin

Before you start the installation, make sure your system meets Windows Server requirements. For details, see the Windows Server installation documentation.

Installation and setup

Follow these steps to install and configure the Ninox On-Premises server:

1. Download the Ninox server

Go to the Ninox Downloads page to download the latest version of the Ninox server installer.

Note: To quickly find the latest version of the Ninox server, sort files by date using the Modified column.

2. Install the Ninox server

Open the downloaded Ninox server installer (.exe) and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

3. Access the server

After installation, open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8080. If a custom host or port was configured, use the specified address instead.

4. Log in to the server

Log in using the following default credentials:

• Username: root

• Password: root

5. Change default credentials

For security, update the default username and password:

• In the Ninox interface, go to Settings > Collaborators.

• Select the root account.

• Replace the default credentials with your email address and a secure password.

• Click Save to apply the changes.

6. Download the license file

Use the link provided in your email to download your Ninox On-Premises license file (.license).

7. Upload your Ninox license

• Go to Settings > Subscriptions.

• Click Upload Ninox license and select the downloaded .license file.

• Click Save and restart to apply the license.

Note: If you encounter an error while uploading the license file in the Ninox interface, you can manually apply the license by placing the file in the Ninox installation directory.

1. Navigate to the Ninox installation folder, located at [Installation Drive]\ProgramFiles\Ninox (For example, This PC\Windows (C:)\ProgramFiles\Ninox).

2. Copy the .license file into this folder.

After placing the file:

• Open the Windows Task Manager.

• Go to the Services tab.

• Locate the service named Ninox, right-click it, and select Restart.

8. Complete the setup

Once the server restarts, your Ninox On-Premises server is ready for use.

Additional help

If you encounter issues or need additional assistance with your Ninox On-Premises, contact our support team.