Windows Desktop Client Installation
Learn how to install and deploy AllSafeX on Windows 10 and Windows 11 using either the interactive Setup wizard (.exe) or the enterprise Group Policy package (.msi).
Installer Formats
AllSafeX distributes two distinct installers tailored for different deployment scenarios:
| File Name | Installer Technology | Intended Deployment |
|---|---|---|
AllSafeX-1.0.0-Setup.exe |
NSIS Assisted Installer | Individual administrator workstations. Features a step-by-step graphical wizard with custom install location options. |
AllSafeX-1.0.0.msi |
WiX / Windows Installer | Centralized enterprise deployment via Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, or Active Directory Group Policy (GPO). |
Assisted Wizard (.exe)
To install on a single workstation using the interactive setup:
- Download
AllSafeX-1.0.0-Setup.exe. - Double-click the installer executable.
- Follow the guided wizard prompts to choose the installation folder (default:
C:\Program Files\AllSafeX). - Select whether to create desktop and start menu shortcuts.
- Click Install and then Finish to launch the application.
Enterprise Deployment (.msi)
For fleet-wide automated deployment, distribute the .msi package via PowerShell or an Administrative Command Prompt:
# Standard unattended silent installation
msiexec.exe /i "AllSafeX-1.0.0.msi" /qn /norestart
# Silent installation with detailed logging for debugging
msiexec.exe /i "AllSafeX-1.0.0.msi" /qn /norestart /L*V "C:\Temp\allsafex-install.log"
Silent Command Line Flags
Supported command line switches for automated deployment:
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
/qn |
Quiet mode with no user interface. |
/qb |
Basic interface with a modal progress bar. |
/norestart |
Prevents machine restart even if required by system libraries. |
TARGETDIR=... |
Specifies a custom destination directory for the application files. |
Windows SmartScreen & Antivirus
If your organization does not enforce a centralized code-signing certificate, Microsoft Defender SmartScreen may display an alert: "Windows protected your PC".
- Click More info.
- Click Run anyway.
- For enterprise deployment, add
AllSafeX.exeto your endpoint protection whitelist (EDR/Defender).
Connecting to the Server
After launching AllSafeX on Windows:
- Input the address of your AllSafeX server:
https://pam.company.com. - Provide your credentials and enter your TOTP code from your mobile authenticator.
- Your authorized target servers will populate in the left navigation sidebar.