RackTables is a popular data center and server room asset management software. It can help you to manage your data center better and make your work easier. The software is free, open-source, and easy to install. In this tutorial, you will learn how to install RackTables on Windows 10.
Before we proceed with the installation of RackTables, we need to make sure that the following prerequisites are met:
First, you need to download the RackTables software from their website. Visit http://racktables.org/ and click on the "Download" button. You will be redirected to the download page. Choose the installation file according to your server architecture (32 or 64-bit).
After the download is complete, extract the downloaded file using any archive manager software like 7zip or WinRAR. Extract the file to the root directory of your local web server (e.g., C:\xampp\htdocs\racktables).
Now, we will create a database where RackTables will store its information. To do this, open your browser and go to http://localhost/phpmyadmin/ (this may vary, depending on your server configuration). Log in using your MySQL credentials.
Next, click on the "Databases" tab and create a new database by selecting "Create Database" and giving it a name (e.g., racktables).
Once you have created the database, we need to configure the database connection settings in RackTables. Open the "config.php" file, located at C:\xampp\htdocs\racktables\inc\config.php, and enter the database details you have just created (e.g., the database name, MySQL username, and MySQL password). Save the file.
Now, open your browser and go to http://localhost/racktables/installer/. This will launch the RackTables installation wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, you can access RackTables by going to http://localhost/racktables/. You will be prompted to log in using the default username and password, which are:
It's recommended to change the default login credentials for security purposes.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed RackTables on Windows 10. You can now start using this powerful and free tool to manage your data center assets more efficiently.
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