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Read all instructions as you go for easy, simple installation and use.

Preparation

1. Ensure all Windows updates have been done. If a Windows update has been started but not completed, the installation may not be successful.
2. Ensure you are signed into the computer as an administrator1. Windows computers can have multiple users and only Windows users which are designated as administrators can perform the installation of this software. An error will occur during installation if you are not signed into Windows with an administrator user.
3. Ensure the computer meets the minimum requirements, which are:
Windows version: Management by Statistics version 3.1 supports Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8/8.1, and Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2008R22 and 2012. Both 32 and 64 bit versions of Windows are supported.
Management by Statistics version 3.2 and 3.5 supports Windows 7, 8/8.1 and 10, and Windows Server 2008, 2008R2, 2012, 2012R2 and 2016. Both 32 and 64 bit versions of Windows are supported.
System Memory: At least 1 GB [GB = Giga bytes or billions of bytes (characters)] (4GB or more is recommended)
Free Disk space: At least 2 GB (20GB or more is recommended)
Internet Access: Required to use the Cloud Account feature. The cloud feature will not operate when computer is disconnected from the internet.
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1. An administrator in computer terms represents the access level of the user. An administrator generally has the highest level of access and can install software, make changes to the access level of other users and perform other tasks which can affect the operation of the comptuer. Users without administrator access are generally limited in what changes they can make to the computer.
2. R2 stands means Release 2 and is a designation Microsoft has used for its server products when it has made major changes to the product and it releases it as a new version. When R2 is not part of the name of the server product, Release 1 is implied.

Part 1 – Update the Database1 Manager First

There are 2 parts to download and install, so please follow all of the instructions on this page.


IMPORTANT: If you are upgrading from version 3.0 or 3.1 to 3.5, you must update both the Database Manager and Management by Statistics. If you have multiple Management by Statistics connecting to the database, make sure you have the time to complete the installation on all the computers needing it before beginning Part 1.

Upgrading from version 3.2 to 3.5 does not require a new database. Simply install the 3.5 updates to the existing installation.

If this is not the computer where the database is installed, go to that computer and log in as the administrator2, then return to this page to download the update on to the server. The Database Manager only needs to be installed on one computer.

You will need to complete both parts of the installation. If you do not have the time to update all of the installations of Part 2 on your network, you should wait until you can update them all.

Download the version of the Database Manager you need by clicking the appropriate Download button below.

Depending on the browser you use, the installer may run automatically or may be saved in your Downloads folder. Follow the instructions and run the installer to install the Database Manager.

1.

Download the version that you need by clicking the appropriate Download button below. Always run version 3.0 database with version 3.0 Management by Statistics and version 3.1 database with version 3.1 Management by Statistics.

Depending on the browser you use, the installer may run automatically or may be saved in your Downloads folder. Just follow the instructions and run the installer to install the Database Manager.




Version 3.5
Database Manager version 3.5 supports Windows 7, 8/8.1 and 10, and Windows Server 2008, 2008R23, 2012, 2012R2 and 2016.
MBS 3.5
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MBS 3.5
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MBS 3.5
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Version 3.2
Database Manager version 3.2 supports Windows 7, 8/8.1 and 10, and Windows Server 2008, 2008R23, 2012 and 2012R2.
Database Manager 3.2 (303) Updates an existing 3.2 install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.2 (303) Full install for 64 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.2 (303) Full install for 32 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD

Version 3.1 and 3.1.5
Database Manager version 3.1 supports Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8/8.1, and Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2008R23 and 2012.
Support for version 3.1 is ending in Dec 2015. You can upgrade to version 3.2 at no charge by following these instructions.
Database Manager 3.1.5 (215) Updates an existing 3.0/3.1 install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.1.5 (215) Full install for 64 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.1.5 (215) Full install for 32 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.1.0 (156) Updates an existing 3.0/3.1 install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.1.0 (156) Full install for 64 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD
Database Manager 3.1.0 (156) Full install for 32 bit Windows: DOWNLOAD


Database Manager version 3.0 supports Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8/8.1, and Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2008R23 and 2012.
Support for version 3.0 is ending in Dec 2015. You can upgrading to version 3.2 at no charge by following these instructions.
Database Manager 3.0 (53) Update an existing installation for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD

Please read and follow all of the instructions on this page before installing Part 2.

2.

Once installed, run the Database Manager. If this is a new installation enter the activation code provided in the email you received. The Activation Wizard runs automatically. If this is not a new installation, update your address and contact information.

3.

Complete the Activation Wizard to the end and click "Finish". The Connection Wizard opens automatically.

4.

Make sure the recommended settings are checked. Then select the Windows users you want to be able to access the data. You will not be able to remove access for yourself. Click the "Finish" button when you are done.

5.

At this point you are ready for the Part 2 of the installation.

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1. A Database is a computer term used to mean a file or files where data is stored in a central location for access by one or more users. A database differs from a document file in that a document generally is only accessible by one user at a time and is organized by pages. A database is generally capable of being accessed by many users at once, with each user being able to read and save information at the same time.
2. An administrator in computer terms represents the access level of the user. An administrator generally has the highest level of access and can install software, make changes to the access level of other users and perform other tasks which can affect the operation of the comptuer. Users without administrator access are generally limited in what changes they can make to the computer.
3. R2 stands means Release 2 and is a designation Microsoft has used for its server products when it has made major changes to the product and it releases it as a new version. When R2 is not part of the name of the server product, Release 1 is implied.

Part 2 – Updating the Management by Statistics Software

1.

Depending on the browser you use, the installer may run automatically or may be saved in your Downloads folder. Just follow the instructions and run the installer to install Management by Statistics 3.

Choose the version that matches your database installation.


Version 3.5
MBS 3.5
 DOWNLOAD
Version 3.2
MBS 3.2 (303) Update/Full Install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
Version 3.1 and 3.1.5
MBS 3.1.5 (215) Update/Full Install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
MBS 3.1.0 (156) Update/Full Install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
MBS 3.0 (50) Update/Full Install for 32/64 bit: DOWNLOAD
2.

First select Database Authentication1 2 3 and click the Test Connection button. You should receive a "Connection Successful" response. If the connection is not successful, click the "Use Default" button to use the default password to connect to the database. This is the preferred connection mode from remote computers.

Click the Ok button, then the Finish button to save the connection settings.

3.

If you need Windows Integrated Authentication4, test it here. Windows Integrated Authentication will not work on all networks. For most network installations you will want to use Database Authentication as it will work on all correctly set up networks.

Click the Ok button, then the Finish button to save the connection settings.

4.

You will be prompted to enter a user name and password.

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1. A Database is a computer term used to mean a file or files where data is stored in a central location for access by one or more users. A database differs from a document file in that a document generally is only accessible by one user at a time and is organized by pages. A database is generally capable of being accessed by many users at once, with each user being able to read and save information at the same time.
2. Authentication has a somewhat specialized meaning in computers. It essentially means to verify the user, which can be done in several ways. The most common means of verifying or authenticating a user is to have the user provide a password.
3. Database Authentication is a simple password authentication method. There is a password set for the database the user needs to provide to gain access. The Management by Statistics system uses a default password upon installation. Click the "Use Default" button to check to see if this is the correct password. For higher security installations, the database password should be changed in the Database Manager.
4. Windows Authentication verifies that the user you signed into your computer with has access. It is assumed that because you have gained access to the computer using a Windows user name and password that you are that person. The database then checks to see if you have been granted access to the data. If your Windows user name has not been granted access, you will not be able to connect to the database.