Overview
The setup wizard guides you through the steps required to get your pulse™ server running the first time. The wizard can also be used to upgrade an existing pulse™ server.
setup pulse data directory
The first step in the wizard is to choose the directory where all pulse™ data files should be stored. This data includes all configuration and build information. It is advisable to keep this directory separate from the $PULSE_HOME directory, so the data may be backed up and upgraded easily. Note that the data can also become quite large over time (depending on the cleanup rules applied to projects), so you should choose a filesystem with plenty of available space.
If you are upgrading an exisiting pulse™ installation, simply enter the existing data directory. The pulse™ server will recognise the existing data and guide you through any required upgrade steps.
license setup
Next you will be prompted to enter your license key. If you do not have a key already, you can request one directly using the form provided. Alternatively, you can register for an evaluation license at the zutubi
website. Simply paste the text of the key into the text area provided.
create administration user
Next, you will be prompted for details of an administration user. This "super" user will have full control of the pulse™ server and can never be deleted. Ensure that you choose a secure password for this user.
server settings
Finally, you will be asked to configure the most important server settings. Often you can just leave these settings as-is, and get started without them. You will need to fill in the email configuration before pulse™ will be able to send any email notifications, however.
Next Steps
Once you have completed the wizard, you will be logged in as the administration user you have just created. The server will present you with a welcome page showing common next steps, such as:
