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title: "Install Procare (non-Cloud) – Basic Installation"
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# Install Procare (non-Cloud) – Basic Installation

Basic installation includes how to install Procare on a single computer or a standard Local Area Network (LAN) with a main computer (peer server) and individual client computers (workstations).

## Will you be using Tuition Express?

**Important Notice!** Before setting up your Tuition Express service you are REQUIRED to review the [Tuition Express Implementation Guide](/procare-desktop/docs/tuition-express-implementation-guide).

## What Type of Installation?

### Single Computer

If you have just one computer you’ll choose a *Full Install* of all necessary components.

### Multiple Computers

If you have more than one computer (on a standard “peer” network) you’ll begin at the main computer (the one that will host your database) and do a *Full Install*. Then you’ll go to each individual workstation (the computers where you’ll use Procare) and install the *Client* software.

### Your Own SQL Server or Apps Server

When installing Procare to your own SQL Server or other dedicated server (like an applications server) see the [Advanced Install](/procare-desktop/docs/advanced-installation-multiple-subnets) article.

### Procare Cloud

If Procare is hosting your data you’ll receive separate instructions for installing the Procare client and VPN client software.

### Check-In Computer

If this computer will be used for child and/or employee check in see [Check-In Computer](/procare-desktop/docs/check-in-computer) instructions.

### Procare Touch Computer

If you have a Procare Touch Computer you’ll want to see the [Special Instructions for Procare Touch](/procare-desktop/docs/installing-the-procare-touch-computer).

## Before You Begin

Check that all [Windows Updates](/procare-desktop/docs/procare-touch-driver-windows-updates) have been installed. Log on to the computer with local “Administrator” privileges and close all programs.

## Start the Installation

1. Download the installer.
  1. Full Install: Choose this option for your main computer. This might be your only computer or the primary computer on your network (sometimes known as a “peer server”).
  2. Client Computer / Workstation: Network computer where you run Procare and enter information or allow families / staff to check in/out. This computer must be networked to your main computer to function.Follow the on screen instructions clicking *Next* until you reach the *Quick Setup* screen then choose a “role” for this computer based on how it will be used and click Next.  

**Note:** If the installation program finds the Procare licensing service / database on your network it will automatically select the Client install for you.
2. Enter the *Installation Key* number found in your “Welcome to Procare” email. If you are installing on a Client machine, this step will be skipped. **Note:** Procare will automatically attempt to download the current module license. If you are not online, uncheck the box and [Contact Support](https://procare-solutions.document360.io/) for assistance.
3. Continue following the on screen instructions, clicking *Next* as appropriate. **Note:** When doing a client install you’ll be asked if families or employees will be checking in/out from this computer. If you answer “yes”, a separate *Check In* shortcut will be created on the desktop.
4. When the installation is complete click *Finish*. A *Procare* shortcut will appear on your desktop. You may also have a second shortcut for *Procare Check In*.

![image](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.procaresoftware.com/pdfs/Support+Site+Images/Desktop/Desktop+%28Non-Cloud%29/Install+Procare+%28non-Cloud%29+%E2%80%93+Basic+Installation+1204_1.png)

1. **Optional:** If you have additional computers that will run Procare, proceed with the installation on each of them, as needed.

## Your Next Steps

Once Procare is installed you’ll want to [Log In for the First Time](/procare-desktop/docs/first-time-log-in) then continue with the [Quick Start Steps.](/procare-desktop/docs/getting-started-1)

## Windows Power Options

Computers are often set for the hard disk, network card, etc. to turn off after a period of time. Procare strongly advises choosing high performance settings so the computer (and its components) do not go to sleep. See: [Power Options for Windows](/procare-desktop/docs/power-options-for-windows)