Install SEI Server

SEI is the core Business Intelligence application, responsible for handling requests from web browsers and client tools. The SEI interface provides end users with inquiry, reporting, and analytic capabilities.

To install SEI, locate your installation folder and run either Nectari Server.exe or SEI Server.exe depending on the product name in your environment. Then follow the steps below for your setup.

Installation Mode	Description
Basic	Install all core components (Application, Scheduler API, Distribution Worker, and OLAP Worker) in single-tenant mode. Use this option for simple architectures, such as a single server or dedicated BI server.
Advanced	Select which components to install and enable multi-tenant mode as needed. Choose this option for distributed or more complex scenarios.

For more information about the different scenarios, see Installation scenarios.

Basic installation

1. Run the Nectari/SEI Server setup and click Next.
2. Select the installation language, then click Next.
3. Read and accept the License Agreement by clicking I Agree.
4. In Installation Type Selection, choose or browse to the installation folder.
5. Select Basic Installation, then click Next.
6. If the Dedicated BI Account has not been created, you are prompted to create one.
7. (Optional) To create a Dedicated BI Account, choose Yes and enter the password for the new account.
8. Click Next.
9. Select the protocol between HTTPS or HTTP for the web app.
   If using HTTPS, make sure an SSL certificate is installed and select it from the dropdown list.
10. Enter the host name.
11. Enter the port (default is 81).
12. Select the account type for the IIS application pool:
    • Dedicated BI Account: Enter the password if the account already exists.
    • Custom Account: Enter the username and password of an existing local user.
13. Click Next.
14. In Scheduler API Setup, select HTTPS or HTTP once more.
15. Enter the host name, port, and select the application pool account type for the Scheduler API.
16. In Central Point Setup, enter the Central Point name and browse to its path (the folder should contain a nec-centralpoint.xml file).
    Add more Central Points as needed by clicking the + button.
17. Click Next.
18. Review the installation parameters, then click Install. Wait for installation to complete.
19. When finished, the Setup dialog displays a confirmation. Click Exit to close the wizard, Browse SEI to open the application, or Save to store and view installation logs if needed.

Advanced installation

Use Advanced Installation to customize which components are installed, select single- or multi-tenant mode, and configure deployment for more complex or distributed environments. Depending on the components selected, the number and type of configuration screens can vary. Note that OLAP Worker and Distribution Worker do not require their own setup screens.

1. Run the Nectari/SEI Server and click Next to begin the installation.
   If prompted, install any prerequisite components.
2. Select the installation language, then click Next.
3. Read and accept the License Agreement by clicking I Agree.
4. In Installation Type Selection, choose or browse to the installation folder.
5. Select Advanced Installation, then click Next.
6. If the Dedicated BI Account has not been created, you are prompted to create one.
7. (Optional) To create a Dedicated BI Account, choose Yes and enter the password for the new account.
8. Click Next.
9. In Architecture Type Selection, select:
   • Single-tenant to deploy one SEI instance.
   • Multi-tenant for multiple SEI instances, recommended for load balancing, high data volume, or heavy processing.
10. On the component selection screen, choose which components to install:
    • Deselect any you do not want to include.
    • Components available: Application, Scheduler, OLAP Worker, Distribution Worker.
11. If you include the Application, OLAP Worker, or Distribution Worker, the Web Server Setup screen appears:
    • Select the protocol between HTTPS or HTTP for the web app.
      If using HTTPS, make sure an SSL certificate is installed and select it from the dropdown list.
    • Enter the host name and the desired port (default is 81).
    • Select the IIS application pool account:
      • Dedicated BI Account: Enter the password if the account already exists.
      • Custom Account: Enter the username and password of an existing local user.
12. Click Next.
13. If you include the Scheduler API component, complete the Scheduler API Setup:
    • Choose HTTPS or HTTP.
    • Enter the host name, port, and select an account for the application pool.
14. If any components are omitted from installation, the URL Redirections screen appears:
    • Enter the external URLs for any omitted components and click Next.
15. If installing with multi-tenant mode, complete the Central Point Configurator Setup:
    • Enter the full URL for the Central Point Configurator, including the port (e.g., http://YOURCENTRALPOINT:8133), then click Next.
16. For single-tenant installations, the Central Point Setup screen appears:
    • Enter a name and path for the Central Point folder.
      The selected path should include a nec-centralpoint.xml file.
    • Add more Central Points as needed by clicking the + button.
17. Review the installation parameters, then click Install. Wait for installation to complete.
18. When finished, the Setup dialog displays a confirmation. Click Exit to close the wizard, Browse SEI to open the application, or Save to store and view installation logs if needed.

Advanced installation components

Component	Description
Application	Handles user logins, reports, dashboards, and main web interface operations.
Scheduler	Manages scheduled tasks, automated workflows, and background processing.
OLAP Manager	Processes OLAP cube calculations and analytical data.
Distribution Worker	Distributes reports and files via email or network file shares.

note

If you need to manually remove SEI, see Uninstall Manually.