Basic installation includes how to install Procare on a single computer or a standard Local Area Network (LAN) with a main computer (peer server) and individual client computers (workstations).
Will you be using Tuition Express?
Important Notice!
Before setting up your Tuition Express service you are REQUIRED to review the Tuition Express Implementation Guide.
What Type of Installation?
Single Computer
Multiple Computers
Your Own SQL Server or Apps Server
Procare Cloud
Check-In Computer
Procare Touch Computer
If you have a Procare Touch Computer you’ll want to see the Special Instructions for Procare Touch.
Before You Begin
Check that all Windows Updates have been installed. Log on to the computer with local “Administrator” privileges and close all programs.
Start the Installation
- Download the installer.
- Full Install: Choose this option for your main computer. This might be your only computer or the primary computer on your network (sometimes known as a “peer server”).
- Client Computer / Workstation: Network computer where you run Procare and enter information or allow families / staff to check in/out. This computer must be networked to your main computer to function.Follow the on screen instructions clicking Next until you reach the Quick Setup screen then choose a “role” for this computer based on how it will be used and click Next.
Note: If the installation program finds the Procare licensing service / database on your network it will automatically select the Client install for you.
- Enter the Installation Key number found in your “Welcome to Procare” email. If you are installing on a Client machine, this step will be skipped.
Note: Procare will automatically attempt to download the current module license. If you are not online, uncheck the box and Contact Support for assistance. - Continue following the on screen instructions, clicking Next as appropriate.
Note: When doing a client install you’ll be asked if families or employees will be checking in/out from this computer. If you answer “yes”, a separate Check In shortcut will be created on the desktop. - When the installation is complete click Finish. A Procare shortcut will appear on your desktop. You may also have a second shortcut for Procare Check In.
- Optional: If you have additional computers that will run Procare, proceed with the installation on each of them, as needed.
Your Next Steps
Once Procare is installed you’ll want to Log In for the First Time then continue with the Quick Start Steps.
Windows Power Options
Computers are often set for the hard disk, network card, etc. to turn off after a period of time. Procare strongly advises choosing high performance settings so the computer (and its components) do not go to sleep. See: Power Options for Windows