SCP Enterprise Server


While the default setup with a local database file works fine for most people, more demanding users might benefit from installing SCP Enterprise Server. This uses a more robust database system that is faster, centralised and works much better remotely. It can also be used to manage a floating licence server.


Note: you can only use an Enterprise Server if you are connected to a domain with Active Directory


There are a number of components:


  • SCP Enterprise Server Manager allows you to install and configure the Enterprise Server. It can be run on the computer hosting the databases, or any desktop PC.
  • SCP Enterprise Server itself is installed on Microsoft SQL Server. You can install a SQL Server instance via the Server Manager, or independently.
  • SCP is then configured to connect to the Enterprise Server.


This is shown schematically below: