Starting QIndex

You should have at least one workstation to dedicate to the QIndex utility for deferred indexing. This workstation should rarely be used for other tasks. (For example, you can put QIndex on the same computer that runs your Day End Processes—unless you are importing MARC records at the same time you run Day End.) If you want to reduce network traffic to a minimum, the workstation you choose should be on the same subnet as the database server. This workstation should also be reasonably fast.

There are several possible methods you can use to start QIndex:

Set up QIndex to start automatically when the workstation is booted. You start QIndex automatically by placing a QIndex shortcut in the Windows StartUp group. (For instructions, see your Windows User’s Guide.) This method requires no involvement on your part after the initial start up. QIndex starts up as soon as you log on to the workstation.

Important: SirsiDynix recommends that you set up QIndex on its workstation to start automatically whenever the workstation is booted.

Add QIndex to the Launcher navigation bar. You can place QIndex on the navigation bar and access it as if it were any other process. (For instructions, see the “Customizing the Navigation Bar” chapter of the Launcher Configuration Guide.)
Customize the Launcher in the Start Up tab. This method starts QIndex whenever you start Horizon on the machine you customize. (For instructions on setting up startup options in the Launcher, see “Adding a Startup Folder or Process” in the “Customizing Startup Settings” chapter of the Launcher Configuration Guide.)
Start QIndex from a command line. This method requires you to enter commands to start the QIndex program. (For information on how to start QIndex from a command line, see Starting QIndex Manually.)

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