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Feature #3163 - Make server/client setup possible from wizard

Status:
Accepted
Priority:
Normal
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None
Category:
None
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Created by:
Created on:
11 Apr 2012 02:20
Updated by:
Updated on:
25 Jul 2012 01:32
Platform:
Various
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Redmine ID:
3215

Problem: Users have to figure out how to use the GUI before they can get started. This is fine for adjusting the setup, but for first time users it can be a stumbling block.

Solution: Server and client wizard pages that guide you through the process (with the option to skip).

Server screen:

  1. Start your client installation.
  2. Enter 192.168.0.10 or bob-pc in the "server name" field.
  3. Each time client connects, they are automatically added to the config.
  4. User is told they can configure the layout afterwards.

Client screen:

  1. Make sure you start your server installation first, then come back.
  2. Server name: @[ ]@
  3. Shows connecting status or simple troubleshooting.

Other ideas: If it takes less effort, we could use a broadcasting service to advertise the server to waiting clients. If this is way more effort, we can leave this until later.


11 Apr 2012 02:23: Nick Bolton changed Einzelheiten.

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11 Apr 2012 02:23: Nick Bolton wrote a comment.

12 Jun 2012 03:57: Nick Bolton changed Target.

1.4.9 1.4.10


25 Jul 2012 01:32: Nick Bolton changed Target.

1.4.10 1.4.11