Documentation for the Windows Platform
This page contains the current Windows platform documentation.
See also:
Release Notes for the Windows Platform
(Windows Vista Client Status, Windows 2003 SP2 Issues, Windows 2000 SP3 issues, MDAC)
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Initially Installing Software on Windows Systems
Installing Version 8 DDMS (pdf) This document explains how to install Version 8, including information about the new EnsiteEBS Utility, as well as file conversion and journal parameter setup. It also includes important information about sharing a new folder on the server before installing the client software update. It also notes how to adjust your backup scripts to properly back up new SQL database files.
For older versions & operating systems:
Setting up a new DDMS System: Hardware and Software how to set up a new DDMS system with a server running Windows 2000. This document is intended for customers who purchase both hardware and software from DDMS. (file:ensiteproSetupHwSw.pdf)
Setting Up a New System with DDMS: Software Only how to set up a new DDMS system with a server running Windows 2000. This document is intended for customers who only purchase software from DDMS, but provide their own hardware. (file:eNsiteSetupSWonly.pdf)
Installing DDMS Version 7 (Windows 2000 systems) for the first time (file: ensitepro2000install.pdf)
Updating Software on Windows Systems
New! Migrating to a Replacement DDMS (Domain) Server (pdf) These instructions are for dealers who are migrating their DDMS data from an existing DDMS server to a new server purchased from ECi DDMS. Since your server was purchased from and prepared by ECi DDMS, certain configuration steps have already been done to ensure compatibility with our software.
New! Migrating to a Replacement DDMS (Non-Domain) Server (pdf) These instructions are for dealers who are migrating their DDMS data from an existing DDMS server to a new server purchased from ECi DDMS. Since your server was purchased from and prepared by ECi DDMS, certain configuration steps have already been done to ensure compatibility with our software, but servers that are not on a domain have slightly different steps.
New! Migrating to a Third-Party Replacement DDMS Server on a Domain (pdf) These instructions are for dealers who are migrating their DDMS data from an existing DDMS server to a new server purchased from a third party (not purchased from ECi DDMS). Since your server was not prepared by ECi DDMS, additional configuration steps are needed on the dealer’s part to ensure compatibility with our software.
New! Migrating to a Third-Party Replacement (Non-Domain) Server (pdf) These instructions are for dealers who are migrating their DDMS data from an existing DDMS server to a new server purchased from ECi DDMS. Since your server was not prepared by ECi DDMS, additional configuration steps are needed on the dealer’s part to ensure compatibility with our software. Servers that are not on a domain have slightly different steps.
For older versions and operating systems:
File #253: How to Prepare Journal Parameters for Graphical General Ledger Conversion In Version 7, the new graphical General Ledger (G/L) application requires a conversion of your Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), and Purchase Order Entry (P/O) journal files and G/L files from previous years. The Version 7 software update automatically runs a journal file conversion program. However, this automatic conversion fails if your journal file names and volume serials are not properly set up in the A/R, A/P, and P/O journal parameter screens. This technical note contains detailed instructions for setting journal parameters and, if necessary, converting journals manually.
READ THIS FIRST Important Insert in your Version 7 Software Update package.
Updating DDMS Version 7 on Windows 2000 Systems on systems where DDMS is already installed (file: ensitepro2002update.pdf)
Upgrading your DDMS-NT server to Windows® 2000 instructions for upgrading your NT server to Windows 2000 Server
Upgrading your PGDOS system to Windows® 2000 instructions for upgrading your PGDOS system to Windows 2000. This document is intended for customers who purchase both hardware and software from DDMS. Another document for software-only purchases will soon be published.
How to Prepare for Your Windows Conversion A checklist to help key operators upgrade from PGDOS to the Windows platform.