How to Install SCM Manager on Windows 11

Here's a step-by-step guide for installing SCM Manager on Windows 11:

Prerequisites

Step 1: Download the SCM Manager package

Go to the SCM Manager website and download the latest version of the software.

Step 2: Extract the package

Extract the downloaded package to your preferred location on your Windows 11 machine.

Step 3: Set up the SCM Manager service

  1. Open up Windows PowerShell as an administrator.
  2. Navigate to the SCM Manager folder by running the command cd <path to SCM Manager folder> in PowerShell.
  3. Run the command .\bin\scm-server install to start the installation process.
  4. Once the service is installed, start it by running the command .\bin\scm-server start.

The service should now be running and accessible at http://localhost:8080/scm.

Step 4: Configure SCM Manager

  1. Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:8080/scm.
  2. You should be prompted to set up an admin account for SCM Manager.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure SCM Manager according to your preferences.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you've successfully installed and configured SCM Manager on your Windows 11 machine! You can now use it to manage your software projects, repositories, and more.

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