The Primary Server

The Primary Server is a software component that installs as a Windows service on a network server. The purpose of the Primary Server is to provide software updates and licensing to the Spector Clients (Client).

The Primary Server must be installed on a network computer, which can be accessed by all network computers being recorded by a Client. In addition, the Primary Server should be installed on a computer that is available at all times. For this reason, a server is a very good candidate. Communication between each computer and the Primary Server is accomplished through a configured IP Port. After a Client is installed on a computer, it must retrieve the licensing information from the Primary Server before recording will begin.

The Primary Server contains the Spector CNE serial number, which is enabled for the number of licenses purchased. The serial number is enabled at installation time by registering the serial number and receiving an unlock code for the number of licenses purchased. The Primary Server provides for one Client installation on a unique computer for each Spector CNE license purchased. Once a license is reserved for a specific Client and its computer, the license cannot be moved or recovered for use by other Clients or computers. For more information, see Licensing Explanation.

Verify Service is Running

To verify that the Primary Server service is running, you should see the green double arrow icon in the System Tray of the computer on which the Data Vault is installed. Selecting this icon will verify the configuration settings and provide access to the log file for this service. Use the Control Center to modify the Primary Server configuration by selecting Properties and then the Primary Server tab.