# Installing On Windows

#### Run as an user

You can simply run the ExtensionsManager by double clicking it. Make sure to place the application in a separate folder as it will create configuration files besides the executable file. This is great for testing and installation, but not recommended for everyday use. 

If you want to deploy the ExtensionsManager application in production follow the steps below.

#### Run as a service on Windows

The easiest way to have the ExtensionManager started automatically as a service is to create a task in Windows Task scheduler. The trigger of the task must be configured to “System boot” and it is best run under System Credentials. Below the steps to follow.

**1. Start windows Task Scheduler**

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**2. Create a new task**

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**3. Enter the general task information**

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* Name the task with a reference to the ExtensionsManager.
* Set SYSTEM user account to execute this task. It is important to use an account with privileges to start services
* Check what version suits your system best (Windows Server)

**4. Set trigger for the task to be executed**

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* Add a new ***trigger*** on the TASK pane
* Select the trigger “At Startup”
* Make sure the trigger is enabled

**5. Set the action to start the program**

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* On the “Actions” tab select “New…”
* Set your action to type “Start program”
* Select the binary file of your extension as the “Program”. In this example it is `C:/apps/extensions-manager.exe`. Make sure to include the entire path.
* Set the “Start in” folder. This is very important for the service to start correctly. It is the path where the binary file/program is located. In this example: `C:/apps`
* Press OK to store your “Action”

**6. Set proper conditions for task**

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Make sure the task will always be executed (battery or AC power)!

**7. Set extra settings**

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* Make sure the task will remain running
* Make sure the task can be started on demand

**8.Manually start the task**

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* Once you saved the newly created task select it in the list of tasks
* Click the “Run” button on the right panel to start the new task
* The status of the service will change from “Ready” to “Running”

**9. Start application**

* Click the “Run” button on the right panel to start the new task
* This could take up to one minute before the ExtensionsManager opens.