Before installing Broadsign Control Edge Server on a computer with Microsoft Windows, we recommend that you verify the following to ensure the installation proceeds quickly and efficiently.
- Step 1: Verify Compatible Windows Version
- Step 2: Install OS Updates
- Step 3: Set Date and Time
- Step 4: Enable Remote Desktop Service
- Step 5: Configure your BIOS Settings
- Step 6: Install Broadsign Control Edge Server
Currently, Broadsign Control Edge Server is only compatible with the following versions of Windows (either 32 and 64 bit):
Supported Windows Versions
- Windows 8.1 Pro
- Windows 8.1 Enterprise
- Microsoft Windows 10
- Microsoft Windows 11
Tip: See Lifecycle FAQ - Windows for official supported Windows versions.
Note: Broadsign Control Edge Server is also compatible with the “Home” versions of Windows; however, please make sure you are compliant with Microsoft’s licensing terms when using these operating systems for commercial purposes.
It is important that correct device drivers be installed so that the system runs as expected. If you have problems with this step, refer to your hardware component's documentation to find out which drivers you need.
Note: Service Packs and updates should be applied from: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/.
The system’s time and time zone should be set by accessing the “Date and Time” utility. To ensure that the system’s date and time stay up to date, it should be configured to synchronize itself with a time server. To do so, the “Internet Time” tab of the “Date and Time” utility should be selected and configured in line with this.
To allow remote administration of Broadsign Control Edge Server in case of problems, enable the Remote Desktop service.
To enable the remote desktop service:
- Click Start.
- Right-click My Computer, and then select System Properties.
- Click on the Remote tab.
- Check the box that says Enable Remote Desktop on this computer.
- Click OK.
We recommend you have the following behaviors enabled on your PC's BIOS:
- Restart on failure – Recovers from an unexpected power failure.
- Do not halt on failure – Allows the server to boot without a keyboard or mouse.
Note: You must have a Broadsign Community account to download the installers. If you do not have one, please contact your sales representative. Also, you must have administrator privileges to install the player.
Installing Broadsign Control Edge Server on Windows
- Download the MSI installer package from the Broadsign Community and execute it to begin the installation of the server.
- After clicking the installer, you must agree to the terms listed within before you can proceed with the installation process.
- Avoid changing the installation path unless absolutely necessary. Click Next.
- Wait for the installation process to complete and click Finish.
Important Files and Directories
| File or Directory | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| documents directory | C:\ProgramData\BroadSign\bses\share\bses\documents | This directory contains all the media files that are cached on Broadsign Control Edge Server. It is managed by the disk monitor. |
| bses.db | C:\ProgramData\BroadSign\bses\share\bses | Database file that contains various data used by Broadsign Control Edge Server, for example, incidents, statistics, etc. |