Installing a New Application Server

1. Review the Installable Version Release Notes.
2. Ensure that the Hardware Requirements are met.
3. Ensure that the Software Requirements#Required for Installation are met.
4. Configure the MySQL Server so it is ready for use.
5. Ensure that all database servers and web servers are configured to be in the same timezone, regardless of where they are geographically located.
6. Use the standard SoftwareAG webMethods installer to install the platform of your choice.
   Learn more:

   From the webMethods documentation page consult the respective Installation document.

7. For the very first server that is installed, Start the Application Server to verify that everything is working.
8. For subsequent servers, Configure Backend Services before startup.
9. Install the Platform License
10. Once installed, proceed to Configuring the Application Server