Installation Guide

Setting up Nova Automation covers two main phases: preparing the environment and running the Nova Installer.

1. Prerequisites

System Requirements

• OS: Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2019+
• Framework: .NET 9.0 Runtime
• Database: SQL Server 2019 or later (Express is sufficient for single stations)

SQL Server Setup

Before installing Nova, you must have a running SQL Server instance.

1. Download: Download SQL Server Express (Free).
2. Install: Run the installer and select "Basic" installation.
3. Configuration:
   • Note the instance name (usually SQLEXPRESS or MSSQLSERVER).
   • Enable ClickOnce if prompted, though basic setup handles most needs.
   • Important: Ensure "Mixed Mode Authentication" is enabled if you plan to use a specific SQL user, though Nova defaults to Windows Authentication in many setups.
4. Management: We recommend installing SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio) to manage your database easily.

2. Using Nova Installer

The Nova.Installer simplifies the deployment of all services.

1. Download: Get the latest Nova.Installer.exe from your provided release channel or GitHub Assets.
2. Run: Execute the installer as Administrator.
3. Select Components:
   • Ensure Core Automation is checked.
   • Select necessary Communication Services (e.g., Pump Service, Probe Service) based on your hardware.
4. Database Connection:
   • The installer will probe for local SQL instances. Select your instance (e.g., .\SQLEXPRESS).
   • Click Test Connection.
5. Install: Click "Start Installation". The installer will:
   • Deploy files to C:\Stellar\NovaAutomation.
   • Install and start Windows Services.
   • Create desktop shortcuts.

3. Post-Installation

• Launch Nova Automation from the desktop.
• You will be greeted by the Station Registration screen.
• Enter your Station Information (Name, Location, etc.).
• Once submitted, your Fuel Supplier must approve the station on the Nexus Cloud.
• Upon approval, your license will be automatically activated the next time the system syncs.