You can install Sage 100 Contractor software to many different configurations, for example, stand-alone, network server, Citrix and Terminal Services servers, peer-to-peer, and workstations.
Important! The optimal operational size of a peer-to-peer network running Sage 100 Contractor is two to five workstations. Additional workstations may adversely impact Sage 100 Contractor response times. Networks consisting of more than five (5) workstations may need to use one computer as a dedicated server.
Sage 100 Contractor allows users to share data and reports stored on a network hard drive. From different workstations, users can then access the server to share one set of data, one set of reports, and one set of report forms.
During installation, the installer checks for the components necessary to run Sage 100 Contractor and then copies the program modules and standard reports to the Programs (x86) folder and subfolders on the hard disk. In addition, the installation process copies system files necessary for program operations to the Windows and Windows System folders.
The installation process does not make any configuration changes to the computer. After installation is complete, you must configure the stand-alone computer, server computer, or workstation for optimal performance.
For detailed information about configuring each server and workstation depending on its operating system, see Special Configurations—Operating Systems and Services.
For additional online resources for Sage 100 Contractor products, visit the Sage Customer Portal. Use the portal to access the knowledgebase, chat online with customer support, or enter a customer support ticket.
For additional training on Sage products, visit Sage University.