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Installation Methods

GUI Installation

  1. Download the HektorixInstaller.exe file
  2. Run the installer by double-clicking
  3. Follow the installation wizard
  4. Enter your license key when the screen appears

Silent Installation

For automated deployments, use the command line:
HektorixInstaller.exe LICENSE=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX /quiet /norestart /log "%TEMP%\hektorix_install.log"
Replace XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX with your actual license key

System Requirements

Operating SystemWindows 10 64-bit or later
DependenciesVisual C++ 2015-2022 (installed automatically)
PermissionsAdministrator rights required for installation

Installed Services

The agent installs two Windows services:
ServiceDescriptionAccountStartup Type
HektorixAgentCollects and sends telemetry dataLocalSystemAutomatic
HektorixUpdaterDownloads and applies updatesLocalSystemAutomatic (starts every time the computer starts)

Updates

Automatic Updates

The HektorixUpdater service automatically downloads and applies updates when available.

Uninstallation

Via Windows Settings

  1. Open SettingsAppsInstalled apps
  2. Find Hektorix Agent
  3. Click the three dots (**…**) → Uninstall

Command Line Uninstallation

HektorixInstaller.exe /uninstall /quiet /norestart /log "%TEMP%\hektorix_uninstall.log"
Uninstalling will stop all services and remove all agent data from the system

Troubleshooting

Installation Logs

All operations generate detailed logs:
  • Command Line: Use /log "C:\Path\to\logfile.log" parameter
  • Agent Logs: Located in %PROGRAMDATA%\Hektorix Agent\logs

Common Issues

Check the installation log for detailed error messages. Ensure you have administrator privileges and sufficient disk space.
Verify Windows services are enabled and the LocalSystem account has necessary permissions. Check Windows Event Logs for service-specific errors.
Agent not appearing in dashboard”> Confirm your license key is correct and the machine has internet connectivity. The agent needs to communicate with our servers on first startup.

Mass Deployment

For deploying across multiple workstations, use your preferred management tool:

Microsoft Intune

HektorixInstaller.exe /quiet /norestart LICENSE=YOUR-LICENSE-KEY

Group Policy (GPO)

Create a startup script with the silent installation command

Third-party RMM Tools

Most RMM platforms support custom script deployment with the command line parameters
After installation, you can safely delete the original installer file. The agent maintains all necessary components for self-repair and uninstallation.

Next Steps

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