> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.rmhpos.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.rmhpos.com/installation/install-central-manager-multi-store/checklist-multi-store.md).

# Multi-store installation checklist

Use this checklist as a guideline if you are performing a new (clean) installation. Refer to the specific installation procedures for detailed installation steps. Refer to [**Upgrade RMH**](/installation/upgrade-rmh/upgrading-rmh.md) or [**Upgrade Classic Central to Flash Central**](/installation/upgrade-rmh/upgrading-cm.md) for upgrade information.

<table><thead><tr><th width="115.60003662109375"></th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Step 1</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Review the system requirements and perform any upgrades.</strong></li><li>All computers must meet or exceed the minimum system requirements.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 2</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Perform Windows updates on all computers.</strong></li><li>Ensure all computers are updated with the latest service packs and hot fixes.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 3</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Install the .NET Framework or .NET SDK.</strong></li><li>.NET must be installed on any computer that will run an RMH app (Store Manager, POS, Central Manager, Central Server, Central Client, Flash Bridge). The system requirements identify which version of .NET is required for the apps.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 4</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Install Microsoft SQL Server.</strong></li><li>The system requirements identify which version of SQL Server is required. You must enable TCP/IP and open port 1433 if SQL Server is installed on a remote computer.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 5</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Download the latest RMH release package and extract all files.</strong></li><li>Review the release notes and readme for the release package. Determine if there are any known issues that could potentially impact the store's business operations.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 6</strong></td><td>Install Central Manager.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 7</strong></td><td>Configure the connection to SQL Server and the Central database.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 8</strong></td><td>Connect to SQL Server and the Central database and force install tables.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 9</strong></td><td>Activate the Central User license.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 10</strong></td><td>Install and configure Central Server.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 11</strong></td><td>Prepare the Central database and start server services.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 12</strong></td><td>Install Store Manager.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 13</strong></td><td>Install and configure Central Client.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 14</strong></td><td>Activate the Central Connector license.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 15</strong></td><td>Prepare the store database and start client services.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 16</strong></td><td><ul><li><strong>Install and configure the Flash Bridge.</strong></li><li>The Flash Bridge must be installed on any computer that will run an RMH app (Store Manager, POS, Central Manager, Central Server, Central Client).</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 17</strong></td><td>Configure Store Manager to operate with Central Manager.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 18</strong></td><td>Install POS for .NET on any computer that will run the POS app.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Step 19</strong></td><td>Install POS.</td></tr></tbody></table>


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