Installation Instructions

Technical Support

If you encounter any problems with the installation of HealthySEAT Version 2, please send an email to: HSEAT_Support@cdm.com.

When installing HealthySEATv2, please take note of the following:

Administrative rights on the computer are required for the installation of HealthySEATv2. To obtain or verify the status of administrative rights, contact the district’s IT department for assistance.
Microsoft Access 2003 Runtime is automatically installed along with HealthySEATv2.
NOTE: If the user has other MS Access databases that require a full (non-Runtime) version of MS Access that is already installed on the computer, users may find that their other database files may no longer open by simply double-clicking on them (or their shortcuts). This is because each time HealthySEATv2 is run, Windows will associate all files using the .MDB file extension with Microsoft Access 2003 Runtime version. This is a typical Windows characteristic any time multiple versions of any software are present on a computer. However, the files have not been damaged or moved, and can be easily opened simply by highlighting and right-clicking the file, choosing "Open with..." and selecting the appropriate full version of MS Access (i.e., 97, 2000, 2002, 2003). A more permanent solution is to simply modify any shortcuts from existing database files to include the full path of the .EXE file to the appropriate version of MS Access.
Each time HealthySEATv2 is downloaded and installed, a new (empty) version of the HealthySEATv2 “back-end” database will be placed on the computer. If the user has an existing database, using the “Re-establish Database Connection” option on the “Customize for District” menu will be required to link the newly installed HealthySEATv2 application to the existing database. See Section Section 4.3.1 of the User's Manual for detailed instructions on re-establishing the database connection.
Technical Support:
HSEAT_Support@cdm.com

Once you have downloaded the HealthySEATv2 installation package, the final step is to install HealthySEATv2 on your computer. Please follow the instructions below carefully. You may find it helpful to print these instructions using the “Print Version” link above.

If you are not familiar with installing software on your computer, or lack the necessary rights to install software on your computer, please contact your own computer support staff for help. The software is designed to be easy to install according to the instructions below.

First Time HealthySEAT Installation

Installing HealthySEATv2 on a Single Computer ("Quick-Start Guide")

After successfully downloading HealthySEATv2 to your Desktop or other location on your computer, the HealthySEATv2 application can be installed by following the steps outlined below:

Double-click healthyseat2.exe. A window labeled Winzip Self-Extractor will open. Click the "Unzip" button to extract installation files. After the files have been extracted, click "OK" and then the "Close" button to close the window.
Open the folder C:\HealthySEAT2.002_Install on your hard drive and double-click SETUP.EXE.
Click on the “Next” button when prompted with the “Welcome…” screen.
Read the End-User License Agreement, accept the terms, and click the “Next” button.
Enter your name and the organization’s name in the appropriate fields and click the “Next” button.
Select the preferred setup type, either “Typical” or “Custom.” The only difference is that the “Custom” installation allows the user to specify the location where the HealthySEATv2 application files are placed (the default location is c:\Program Files\HealthySEAT2\).
For the “Custom” setup type, use the Browse button to select the target folder, then press the “Next” button.
On the “Ready to Install” screen, click “Install”. The status indicators will show the installation progress. Upon completing the installation, the “Completing the HealthySEAT Setup Wizard” screen will appear.
Click the “Finish” button, after which the Setup Wizard will close. HealthySEATv2 is now installed, and an icon will appear on your desktop with the caption “HealthySEAT2.”
Double-click the HealthySEAT2 icon on your desktop. Read and accept all security warnings (these may vary depending on your computer's configuration).
First time HealthySEATv2 users will be able to open and begin customizing HealthySEATv2 without having to first login with a user name and password. Security should be enabled only after you are thoroughly familiar with the security features of HealthySEATv2 and ready to deploy the application to multiple users.

(Note: if you are upgrading from Version 1, any security in use with Version 1 will be active when you first open a version 2 database.)
See the User's Manual for login and customization instructions. You can access the User's Manual from the Main Menu of HealthySEAT, browse on-line in HTML format, or download it in .pdf format.

Installing HealthySEATv2 on a Network

If you intend to use HealthySEATv2 in a multi-user networked environment, it is highly recommended that you coordinate with a District IT (Information Technology) specialist and review the information for advanced users found in the User's Manual in Section 7. If you are upgrading from a previous HealthySEAT version, refer to Section 4.3.1 of the User's Manual for help re-connecting to your existing HealthySEAT database.

Upgrading From Version 1 to Version 2 (v2)

The following two subsections apply only if you have used HealthySEAT Version 1 to customize your assessment program, or enter important data. If you have installed, but not used HealthySEAT Version 1, go directly to the subsection below entitled "Uninstalling HealthySEAT Version 1".

Before Installing HealthySEATv2

If you have used HealthySEAT Version 1 to customize your assessment program, or enter important data, follow these steps to ensure that your data is not lost or corrupted during the process of upgrading to HealthySEATv2:

Open HealthySEAT Version 1.
From the HealthySEAT Version 1 Main Menu, click on the button labeled "Customize for District"
From the Customize for District screen, click on the button labeled “Establish Database Connection”
From the Establish Database Connection screen, note the full path to the current back end database connection.
Exit HealthySEAT Version 1.
Make sure no other user has HealthySEAT open, or is connected to the back end database (see Section 8.3 of the User's Manual for more information).
Go the location noted in Step 3 and copy BE_HSEAT.mdb to a local folder (e.g., "C:\HealthySEATv1\Backend").

After Installing HealthySEATv2

Note: this only applies to HealthySEAT Version 1 users who are upgrading to HealthySEATv2, and who have entered important data into their HealthySEAT Version 1 database. After downloading and installing HealthySEATv2, the first time you run HealthySEATv2 it will automatically connect to a blank Version 2 database. However, you will likely want to connect to your existing Version 1 database. To do so, you must be a HealthySEAT user with administrator privileges. Follow these steps:

Create a subfolder in the HealthySEATv2 installation folder (e.g., default is C:\Program Files\HealthySEAT2) called "V1_Upgraded."
Copy the Version 1 back end database (e.g, C:\HealthySEATv1\Backend\BE_HSEAT.mdb) to the newly created subfolder (e.g., C:\Program Files\HealthySEAT2\V1_Upgraded). This is the working copy of the Version 1 back end database that will be upgraded.
Open HealthySEATv2.
From the HealthySEATv2 Main Menu, click on the button labeled "Customize for District."
From the Customize for District screen, click on the button labeled "Re-establish Database Connection."
From the Re-establish Database Connection screen, click on the Browse button.
A dialog box entitled “Select the database file…” will appear.
The full path the database file selected should appear in the text box labeled “Establish Connection To:”
If the path is correct, click the button labeled “Establish Connection.” You will be notified that the database you are trying to connect to needs to be updated, and asked for permission to proceed. Acknowledge all such messages. After the update is completed, you should receive confirmation that the update process completed successfully.
Click on the button labeled "Save and Return to Customize for District."
Use the buttons on the Customize for District screen to make sure that you can access your Version 1 data (e.g., facilities, assessors, guidebook changes).
Exit HealthySEATv2 using the Exit button on the button bar.

If you are using HealthySEAT is a single-user environment, go directly to the subsection below entitled "Uninstalling HealthySEAT Version 1."

If you are using HealthySEAT in a multi-user networked environment, then follow these additional steps:

Copy the newly converted Version 1 database (e.g., C:\Program Files\HealthySEAT2\V1_Upgraded\BE_HSEAT.mdb) to the folder noted in Step 3 of the subsection above entitled "Before Installing HealthySEAT v2". When prompted, confirm that you wish to overwrite the existing file. This is the shared production copy of the Version 2 back end database.
Open HealthySEATv2.
From the HealthySEATv2 Main Menu, click on the button labeled "Customize for District."
From the Customize for District screen, click on the button labeled "Re-establish Database Connection."
From the Re-establish Database Connection screen, click on the Browse button.
A dialog box entitled “Select the database file…” will appear.
The full path the database file selected should appear in the text box labeled “Establish Connection To:”
If the path is correct, click the button labeled “Establish Connection.” You should receive a confirmation message after the database connection is re-established successfully.
Click on the button labeled "Save and Return to Customize for District."
Exit HealthySEATv2 using the Exit button in the button bar.
For each HealthySEAT user, repeat steps 14 through 22 after HealthySEATv2 is installed, then follow the steps under the subsection below entitled "Uninstalling HealthySEAT Version 1."

What Happens During the Database Upgrade Process? HealthySEATv2 cannot be used with a HealthySEAT Version 1 database until that database is updated. Following are some details about what exactly happens during the database upgrade process. We encourage you to read this information carefully before upgrading to HealthySEATv2.

When updating a Version 1 database, HealthySEATv2 will:

Make a backup copy of your Version 1 back end database (BE_HSEAT.bak) and place it in same folder as the back end database that is being updated.

Add to your database additional tables and fields that are necessary to support Version 2 features

Upgrade the default EPA guidebook and checklist data

Add a custom checklist called HealthySEAT Example Starter Checklist

Set a configuration bit in the back end database to indicate that it has been updated to Version 2

When upgrading a Version 1 database, HealthySEATv2 will NOT:

Delete or overwrite any district-specific configuration settings

Delete or overwrite any district-specific program information

Delete or overwrite application settings, including security settings

Delete or overwrite assessments or recommendations

Uninstalling HealthySEAT Version 1

If you have previously installed HealthySEAT Version 1, you should uninstall it after installing HealthySEATv2 and successfully updating your back end database. To do so, use the following steps:

Open the Windows Control Panel.
Select "Add or Remove Programs."
From the list of "Currently installed programs:" select the entry labeled "Healthy SEAT" (NOT the one labeled "HealthySEAT Version 2").
Click on the "Remove" button.
When asked "Are you sure...?" click on the "Yes" button.
After HealthySEAT Version 1 has been removed you should see only "HealthySEAT Version 2" listed under "Currently installed programs:".
Close the Add or Remove Programs window.
Close the Windows Control Panel.

Uninstalling HealthySEAT Version 2

If you are preparing to install the new Version 2.002 release, you must first uninstall your existing HealthySEATv2 database. This is bcause Version 2.002 will not overwrite your existing Version 2. To uninstall Version 2, use the following steps:

Open the Windows Control Panel.
Select "Add or Remove Programs."
From the list of "Currently installed programs:" select the entry labeled "HealthySEAT Version 2".
Click on the "Remove" button.
When asked "Are you sure...?" click on the "Yes" button.
After HealthySEAT Version 2 has been removed you should no longer see HealthySEAT listed under "Currently installed programs:".
Close the Add or Remove Programs window.
Close the Windows Control Panel.

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