Forecast 5 uses SQL Server, or the cut down version of this popular programme, SQL Express, as its database. Once installed, Forecast 5 runs very smoothly on SQL; however, some have found the actual installation bit a little challenging! This page is to try to ease the installation for you!

The single most important part to get right when installing Forecast 5 is to login as Administrator. If you are unsure about this, please consult this Microsoft page.

You can download an Installation Guide, here.

If you should run into problems during installation, please check out our handy TroubleShooter; this will guide you past any problems and help you to complete your installation.

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