Running the installer

After downloading the installer, run it on the computer to install Helix ALM components on.

Keep the following in mind when installing:

• Some Helix ALM features, such as Microsoft Word and Excel export, require a Java runtime. The OpenJDK Java Runtime (OpenJRE) is installed during installations. You can also change it for other operating systems. To change the Java runtime:
  • For the Helix ALM Server on Windows and Linux using the Helix ALM Registry Utility, see the registry utility help.
  • For the Helix ALM desktop client, see the client help.

During installation

You must select settings for the components you choose to install. Depending on the installation type, you may be prompted to select options for the following components:

• Helix ALM applications
• Third-party integrations
• Helix ALM CGIs
• Helix ALM SOAP Server
• Helix ALM REST API
• Short date format (Linux only)
• Helix ALM License Server