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Frequently Asked Questions

Here, we list common questions and answers.  This section is a knowledge base for MCS products.

Q: Can I use IIS 7 and how?
Q: How do I enter an Incident that has a previous date?
Q: Is there training available for Mission Critical SWAT?
Q: What are the system requirements for this program?
Q: Is the software NIMS compliant?
Q: In regards to licensing, how many machines can we download the software on to?

Q: Can I use IIS 7?
A:
Yes!  We've now added a section on how to setup IIS 7 and use the Mission Critical SWAT software.  Click here for details.
Q: How do I enter an Incident that has a previous date?
A:
It has been brought to our attention that users cannot input calls that took place in the past. We’ve added this to the list of required updates in our next revision. Until then, go to the Appendix of the User's Guide and follow the instructions there.
Q: Is there training available for Mission Critical SWAT?
A:
Yes.  If participating in the Try it First program or when purchasing the product, Agencies will be give a web address to online training videos.  There are trainings on every section of the product.  Train your entire team in just under an hour.

Q:What are the system requirements for this program?
A: System Requirements are as follows:
u Windows Hosting (Server 2003, Server 2008, Windows XP, or Windows Vista) ONLY
u Install all Windows updates
u IIS 6 or IIS7 (this document will use II6)
u .Net Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 (dotnetfx35setupSP1.exe)
u Windows Installer 4.5 (WindowsXP-Installer4.5KB942288-v3-x86.exe)
u Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express (SQLEXPRADV_x86_ENU.exe)
u Crystal Report 2008 Support (CrystalReportsRedist2008_x86.msi)
u Visual J Redistributable (MSVisualJRedistributable.exe)

Q: Is the software NIMS compliant?
A: Our program uses some of the NIMS standards but primarily uses industry standard SWAT methodology.


Q: In regards to licensing, how many machines can we download the software on to?
A: The Mission Critical SWAT©  application is a web-based program that will provide for access to multiple users at a time.  No additional client software will need to be installed.  However, each agency (in a combined team) will need to purchase a license (please click her for further details on Licensing)