OneStream for Desktop is offered as two different downloadable installers: EXE and MSI.
| EXE Installer | MSI Installer | |
|---|---|---|
| User without local admin rights | Yes, a per-user installation | Yes, a per-user installation. |
| User with local admin rights | Yes, a per-machine or per-user installation | Yes, when using elevated Command Prompt or PowerShell. Installs a per-user installation if the MSI file is opened directly. |
| Install multiple versions | Yes | Yes, when using Command Prompt or PowerShell. |
A per-user installation allows only the user who installs it to run OneStream Desktop on the computer on which it is installed. A per-machine installation allows any user to run the application.
The default installation location for a per-user installation is C:\Users\<userid>\AppData\Roaming\Apps\OneStream Software. The default installation location for a per-user installation is C:\Program Files (x86)\OneStream Software.
This deployment strategy is preferred by customers and users who:
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Cannot use the ClickOnce technology in their organization or industry.
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Have to connect to multiple versions of the application at the same time.
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Frequently have to connect to different environments of the same version.
Install OneStream Desktop Using the Install Wizard
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Double-click the OneStream Desktop MSI or EXE installer file to launch the wizard.
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Click Next.
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Accept the terms of the license agreement and click Next.
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If necessary, change the folder path, then click Next.
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Click Install.
