Pre-requisities

Database

It is possible to use the following databases:

  • SQLite
  • MS SQL
  • MySQL
  • Oracle
  • Firebird

By default, SQLite database is used. Immediately after IceWarp GroupWare Server is installed, the database is fully functional – ready to use.

Should more than 40 users be served, it is recommended to use MySQL database. It works very well, can use the sqldump backup, etc.

Supported clients

  • WebClient Pro

    Allows direct access to all groupware items, IMAP folders, shared folders, access to public folders.

  • MS Outlook 2007 – 2010

    After IceWarp Outlook Sync installation, it allows synchronization of Calendar, Tasks, Contacts and Notes. Emails can be synchronized via IMAP.

    IceWarp Outlook Sync (in combination with MS Outlook 2007 or 2010) is needed to use all features in full entirety.

  • Mozilla Thunderbird

    Version 2 with Lightning (add-on that uses CalDAV) allows synchronization of the Calendar and Tasks folders.

    Version 3 supports this synchronization without necessity of using the add-on mentioned above.

  • Fumambol Plugin for Mozilla (Thunderbird/Lightning*)
    Allows synchronization of contacts, *tasks and *calendars using SyncML protocol. The server URL and client configuration is similar to SyncML.
  • Mozilla Lightning, Sunbird

    Both of them synchronize Calendar and Tasks. Lightning mentioned above, Sunbird is a standalone desktop application. Actual version is 0.9.

  • Novell Evolution

    Linux e-mail client that synchronizes Calendar, Notes (called Memos here), Contacts and Tasks. Uses CalDAV. Version 2.x.

  • KDE Kontacts

    Linux PIM application; free cross-platform calendaring application. Version 3.2.

  • iCal 3

    Mac OS X native calendaring client. Synchronizes Calendar, Tasks and Notes using CalDAV. Current version is 4.0.

Note: Newer versions might be released since the last update of this manual. Their compatibility should be included in the latest version of IceWarp Server, but there is no guarantee.

Licenses

All IceWarp Server modules (i.e. GroupWare Server too) are fully functional during a 30-day trial period. After trial expiration, individual Calendars, Notes, etc. are still accessible but sharing is disabled. When the license is obtained, all shared items are accessible again (including those added meanwhile).

General Setup

IceWarp GroupWare Server is installed within IceWarp Server installation. All features are fully functional immediately after installation (including the database). No further configuration is required.

For entering the license key, use the License dialog (Help – License... – Activate License) - select one of the following tabs:

  • Online License Activation, to register using an Order ID
  • Enter License Offline, to register using a license.xml file