# Installing/Upgrading the software

To setup Abyss Web Server:

- Open the directory where you have saved the software package.

- Double-click on the software package icon.

- If an old version of Abyss Web Server is already installed on your computer, you may be asked to uninstall it. All you have to do is to follow the on-screen instructions. IMPORTANT NOTICE: When the uninstaller asks you to confirm the deletion of the installation directory, select No.

- Read carefully the license agreement. If you agree with it, press I Agree. If you do not, press Cancel and delete Abyss Web Server package from your computer.

- Deselect components you do not want to install. Auto Start enables Abyss Web Server auto starting when a Windows session starts. Start Menu Shortcuts enables adding Abyss Web Server shortcuts in the Start Menu. Documentation installs help files.

- Press Next.

- Choose a directory where you want to install Abyss Web Server files. From now on, `<Abyss Web Server directory>` will refer to this directory.

- Press Install.

After installing, you will be asked if you want to launch Abyss Web Server. If you press No, you should press Close to close the setup program.