In this article, you will learn
- which software components are installed along with the application,
- how to perform the installation, and
- where to find information about online activation.
1. Introduction
Once all prerequisites for installing the application have been met, the installation can proceed without further obstacles. In addition to the application itself, other software components are installed to ensure full operation and seamless integration of the application. These include the following components:
- PMS (Print Management System) – contains both the frontend and backend of the application
- ZuniComm – enables the backend to interface with various SDKs
- Harlequin Core (HHR) – RIP used, that can be optionally used within the application, from Global Graphics
- pdfToolbox – SDK for integrating the pdfToolbox functions from callas software
- callas pdfChip – SDK for generating PDF files from HTML from callas software
- CrossXColor – SDK for integrating the profiling functionality of the company ColorLogic
- Rosa SDK – SDK for integrating the profiling functionality of the company GMG
- Mako Core SDK – SDK for PDF editing and optimization from Global Graphics
- Runtime Environments – Required runtime version, including Java, .net, VisualC
- PostgreSQL – used database
Software components depending on the license
Please note that access to the software components may vary depending on the selected license. If you have chosen a version of the program without an integrated RIP, the Harlequin Core (HHR) and, in some cases, CrossXColor and Rosa SDK may also not be required.
2. Perform Installation
An installer is used to install the application, as is common with most Windows programs. You can obtain the latest installer from your service partner.
To start the installation of the application, proceed as follows:
- Download the installer WF_ReleaseX.XX.X.(YYY)-Setup_signed.exe.
- Start the installation by double-clicking the installer WF_ReleaseX.XX.X.(YYY)-Setup_signed.exe. The following information is already included in the name of the installer:
- X.XX.X – e.g., 1.20.0 – the first two digits (1.20) indicate the version number; The last digit specifies whether it is a Major Release (.0) or a Minor Release (.1; .2; .3, etc.).
- YYY – e.g., (1142) – indicates the build version of the application. This number is important for uniquely identifying the installed version of the application and should be included in any feature request or bug report.
- signed – indicates that the installer has been signed.
- Confirm the security prompt and then click Install [1]. Please note that you need administrator rights to install the application.
Figure 1: The dialog Ready to Install of the Setup
- Now, enter the path [2] to your WCLID file. You can also obtain the WCLID file from your service partner.
- Click Next to start the installation.
Figure 2: The dialog Select WCLID Location of the Setup
Information about the WCLID File
Each license is associated with a unique WCLID file. This file is not the actual license itself but merely serves as a key to your license, entitling you to automatically organize the license on any workstation.
No personal data is stored in the WCLID file. Only the following information is visible:
- Hardware ID
- Maintenance contract ID
- Private key
- URL of the authorization server
Important: Keep this file secure, as you will need it at the latest when transferring the application to new hardware. If the file falls into unauthorized hands, it only allows an attempt to transfer a license. However, license authorization must be approved by the administrator of the license server.
- Before the installation can be completed, specify the storage location for the application (Database Drive) and data management (Filemanagement Drive). To do this, select the desired drives:
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Database Drive [3] – Drive for the PMS database (usually
C:\or the fastest drive available in the system) -
File Management Drive [4] – Drive for the files that the application needs to access (usually
D:\or the drive with the largest hard disk capacity)
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Database Drive [3] – Drive for the PMS database (usually
Figure 3: The dialog Select Drives of the Setup
- Click Next.
- Check the configuration settings in the next dialog and confirm by clicking Yes [5].
Figure 4: The dialog Start Configuration of the Workflow of the Setup
- The installation of the application is now being completed.
- Finish the installation and click Finish.
Directory Structure
If the installation was performed as described above, the following directories have been created:
Program directory: C:\Program Files\PPD
Data base directory: C:\PMS_DATA\PMSDataBase
Data directory: D:\PMS_DATA\FileManagement2.1. Access to the Application by the User
Once the installation is complete and all services (PMS, ZuniComm, PostgreSQL) have been started, the application can be opened in the Chrome or Microsoft Edge browser by entering the following URL:
- http://127.0.0.1:8081/pms/v2 – URL to access the application from the server.
- http://IP-ADRESSE:8081/pms/v2 – URL to access the application for all clients within the network.
Where do I get the IP address?
You can obtain the IP address of the server (or a potentially configured DNS entry) from your IT administration. The administration can also configure the access settings to https.
3. Licensing
To use the application, you must perform an online activation after the installation. For detailed instructions on how to proceed, refer to the article Online activation.
Article update: Workflow 1.20.0 – 07/2025