Introduction

The Wizard automatically opens the first time you open Credit Hound, it can be relaunched manually at a later stage

Applies to

Credit Hound, Credit Hound Express for Sage 50

Process

Launch the Wizard

  1. Make sure that Credit Hound is closed.
  2. Open Credit Hound Manager
  3. Click Set up > Configuration Settings. The Configuration Settings window appears.
  4. Click Launch Start-up Wizard

Where do I get a Licence key?

Enter the Licence key which has been provided to you by your reseller/business partner. If you leave the box blank, Credit Hound will run in trial mode for up to 30 days.

Which type of database should I choose for storing Credit Hound data?

You can choose between:

Microsoft Access and Microsoft SQL Server


Credit Hound Express

Credit Hound Professional

MS Access

YES

YES

MS SQL Server

NO

YES

MS Access is the easiest to set up. You do not need Microsoft Access on your PC.

If you choose to use MS SQL, please ensure you have the server details and licenses to run Credit Hound on your SQL Server.

Connect to the Accounts program

During the Startup Wizard you are prompted to select an accounting system. Once you have made your selection, you are prompted to select a specific version. Credit Hound Express is only compatible with Sage 50 Accounts.

When prompted, type in a valid username and password for your accounting system. 

Click Extract Companies. A list of companies from your accounting system appears.

Select the company whose data will link to Credit Hound.

Knowledge Base Article Details

Related Product
Credit Hound, Credit Hound Express for Sage 50
Reference Number
KBA-03-02-001
Document Date
07/04/2015
Original Author
Vince Hodgson
Document Version
1.0
Last Updated 
20/08/2015
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Keywords
User Setup Wizard, connect to accounts program