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ClockWatch User's Guide

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Installing ClockWatch as an NT Service (ClockWatch Server, ClockWatch Client 2000)

An NT service is a specific system function that runs in a special area under Windows NT. ClockWatch Server and ClockWatch Client 2000 contain a separate module, which can be installed as a service under Windows NT. This allows ClockWatch to run in the special service area of the operating system. 

In ClockWatch Server and Client 2000, the application program updates a copy of the run-time options for use by the service module. When running as a service ClockWatch runs from the options and parameters previously specified by the administrator using the regular ClockWatch interface.

To Install ClockWatch as a Service

• Install and configure ClockWatch Server or Client 2000 on the system.
  The service uses the ClockWatch parameters you specify in the regular ClockWatch interface--there is no direct user interface available to the service.
  

• Register the service module by choosing Register CW Service under the File menu.
  This will register the service with the NT operating system.
  

• Start and run the NT service like any other service by using the Windows NT administrative interface.
  

Running the ClockWatch Service

To start the ClockWatch service, use the standard Control Panel Services applet. This applet lets you start, stop, pause or continue the execution of services.  You can also use it to specify if you want ClockWatch to be started at boot time, and if you want a simple user interface to be visible.

The control buttons in the Services Applet include:

Start: Starts the ClockWatch service that is not currently running. The ClockWatch service accepts one optional startup parameter, debug, which gives a detailed trace of