How to Get Started with a SharePoint Installation

May 9th, 2011

SharePoint is a platform from Microsoft that can be integrated with desktop applications in order to help facilitate your business workflow. If you can manage this aspect of your business, you can enjoy better productivity. Once you decide to use this kind of business platform, you need to figure out how to get started with your SharePoint installation. Keep in mind though that this is not the easiest thing to do.

Before the installation process, there are still certain requirements that you need to comply with. First, you need certain licenses before you can use the program. These licenses can be obtained from your authorised reseller or from Microsoft. Second, you need to ensure that you have all the required hardware for the system to start working. Third, you need to be connected to the Internet. Fourth, find a fast and stable network to support the collaboration that will be provided by SharePoint.

Launching the installation screen is the first step in the process. In this step alone you would benefit from having a consultant to help you out. Hiring a consultant is worthwhile since they can help you with every step of your SharePoint implementation. Through them, your program can be customised to cater to your business’s needs.

Before the installation process starts, you need specific programs that you have to download first. These programs will have to be integrated with SharePoint. Even if most of the steps in the installation process only entail doing some clicks and punching buttons on your keyboard, everything must be done with care. You have to pay attention to every click and tab, and then click on “Accept” when the license agreement shows.

If you do not want to make mistakes in the installation process, a consultant would be a big help.

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