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# Installation FAQs

This topic contains a selection of questions that are frequently asked about installation.

In this topic:

## Why should I upgrade my version?

The latest version provides additional functionality. For details, see the What's new in OpenText Functional Testing Lab.

## When I upgrade, are the Administration settings saved?

Yes, the upgrade maintains the settings.

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## When I upgrade, are the apps I uploaded to the server saved?

Apps that were previously uploaded to the lab need to be upgraded to be available for users during testing. During the server upgrade, the installer recognizes that you may have apps on the server that require repackaging, and prompts you to run the app packager upgrader.

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## Where can I find help on installing the server?

Refer to the Windows Installation or Linux Installation.

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## Where can I find help on installing a connector?

Refer to the relevant topic:

- Install the connector on a Windows machine
- Install the connector on a Linux machine
- Install the connector on a Mac machine

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## Can I install the server and connector on the same machine?

The server installation also includes an option to install the embedded connector. For details, see Install.

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## If I upgrade my server to the latest version, does this affect my testing tools?

To gain the full capabilities of the testing tool and ensure its proper integration, make sure you are using a supported version of the testing tool. For details, see Support matrix.

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## If the server was upgraded to the latest version, do I also need to upgrade my connector to the latest version?

Yes. This ensures proper compatibility and allows you to take advantage of the new features added for the latest version

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## Can I install the server on a stick or flash drive?

Installing the server on a USB stick or flash drive is not supported.

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