Download Web Start Configuration File
When you click the download link on the download page, this simply downloads the configuration file which kicks-off Java Web Start. Select the "Open With" option and click "Ok". This starts Java Web Start...
If you do not see this behaviour when you click on download it means that either:
- You do not have the correct version of Java installed, see this section for advice.
- Your MIME types are not configured in your browser, see this section for advice.
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Java Web Start Kicks-Off
You should see a splash screen similar to the one opposite as Java Web Start is initialised and reads the configuration file that you have just download.
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Download WebMeter Installation Files
Once Web Start has started and read the configuration file automatically begins to download the WebMeter installation files. Typically (depending on your platform) you will see a progress dialog as shown opposite.
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Security Check
Before the WebMeter installation is initiated, Web Start makes sure you are happy with the digital signature that is embedded in the WebMeter installation files. You should accept the "Run" recommendation to proceed the main WebMeter installation stages as detailed below.
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IzPack Information
The first page of the installation wizard is simply a splash screen to say hello and alert you to the fact that you are about to install the most excellent WebMeter product using the IzPack installer.
IzPack is the installation tool used to install WebMeter and you will see this referenced throughout the installation.
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License Agreement
You need to agree to a completely standard software license agreement before proceeding. Nothing new here. Click on "I accept..." and proceed to the next screen of the installation wizard.
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Purchase License
Before you can install WebMeter you must purchase a license key. Once you leave the license acceptance screen (above) a web page will be opened where you can purchase a license key. Once you have purchased the license a key will be sent to your email address which can then be "cut and pasted" into the license key text boxes (see screen below)
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Enter License Key
Within minutes of concluding your purchase of the WebMeter license you will have the key in your inbox. Once you have this, return to the installer which will be waiting to receive this key. You can use "Ctrl-c" to copy and "Ctrl-v" to paste the individual key codes into the waiting text boxes.
"Ctrl-C" means pressing the "ctrl" key and "c" key on the keyboard at the same time to copy what is currently highlighted by the mouse. "Ctrl-V" means pressing the "ctrl" key and "v" key on the keyboard at the same time to paste what has just been copied to the system clipboard.
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Installation Location
This is a simple step to specify the location in which to install WebMeter package files. The default location is usually correct but you are free to specify the location of your choice.
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Confirm Packages
Please just select "next" at this point to agree to install all aspects of the WebMeter installation files.
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Install Packages
This screen merely serves to keep you posted of progress on installing the WebMeter packages to the chosen file location. It should take take only seconds and you can then proceed by pressing "next".
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Setup Shortcuts
At this point you can, if you wish, specify alternative shortcuts as part of the installation. Unless you have strong feelings on this we suggest you accept the defaults and move on by selecting "next". This will result in a shortcut in your drop down menus and on your desktop. Also, a shortcut will be copied to a place on your system to ensure WebMeter is automatically started when you login.
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Browser Selection and Configuration
WebMeter can accommodate any browser that is appropriately configured. At this stage the wizard asks for your browser of choice. Some browsers can be automatically configured to use WebMeter and some need manual configuration. In the first case, you are home free, in the second you will be directed to the simple online instructions relevant to your browser.
You are also asked what port you would like WebMeter to listen on as a web proxy. Please accept the default unless you are an expert or the installer suggests otherwise.
Finally, you need to tell WebMeter the maximum speed of your ISP connection so that it can tell how well it is performing. If you don' t know now accept the default and you can change it later by configuring WebMeter.
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Browser Informational
This screen of the wizard either confirms that your browser has been automatically configured or points you at the required online instructions to complete your browser configuration.
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WebMeter Informational
This part of the wizard alerts you to how WebMeter appears in the system tray of your personal computer and how to use this to to generate the reports that your need to take control of your online experience.
Once you click "next" WebMeter will be automatically started. After a few moments of online browsing you will be able to explore performance and utilisation data and reports!
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Completion of Installation
And now you are done! WebMeter should have started and you can begin your journey into a world of informed insight into ISP and SaaS vendor performance.
WebMeter is very intuitive and simple to use but we suggest you read the manual on how to operate and configure it for best results and maximum enjoyment.
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