MOTAR QuickStart
This page will guide you through the process to install MOTAR locally for testing and demonstration purposes.
Launching MOTAR QuickStart
MOTAR QuickStart runs the same regardless of your system, with some minor differences for Windows.
Running MOTAR QuickStart requires Admin privleges on the computer used to run MOTAR and update networking files.
If you did not run the installer as administrator, you will be prompted to continue without Admin privleges, this may cause some networking issues with the install.
Select NO and then restart MOTAR QuickStart as an administrator.
Windows
Unpack the zip file, if applicable
Right Click the MOTAR_QuickStart.exe file and select "Run as Administrator"
You may be prompted to allow the Installer to run. Select YES
Mac/Linux
Open Terminal and run the following command:
*replace "/Downloads/" with the directory where you downloaded the installer.
Using MOTAR QuickStart
Installer Utility Note
The MOTAR Installer is a persistent utility. Retain the executable file to manage your instance, including starting, stopping, updating, or removing the platform.
Install MOTAR
Select Install MOTAR
WARNING
MOTAR on Windows uses Windows Subsytem for Linux (WSL). If WSL is not found, you will be prompted to install WSL. Follow the instructions in MOTAR QuickStart
During installation several Command/Terminal windows may open, do not close these windows. They will close automatically.
When the Installer is finished (indicated by the ✅), you can open your MOTAR page by clicking "Open MOTAR"
Your default browser will open and the MOTAR configuration page will be shown.
Enter your details and upload your Discovery license.
The user/password you create here will be your admin for your MOTAR test instance, keep it handy!
Finalize MOTAR Setup
Fill out the information on the set up screen including a user name and password. Save this as it will be your first administrator user on the platform.
Congratulations!
Your MOTAR Instance is now ready to add test content!
Using the MOTAR demo content? Follow our guide here: MOTAR Tutorials
Adding your own content? See our guides here: ADDITIOINAL FEATURES
Issues?
See Troubleshooting
Additional Features
Update MOTAR
Updating MOTAR is a simple process requiring only two clicks.
Click "Stop MOTAR" to stop the instance.
Click "Update MOTAR" to update your instance to the latest version (if available).
MOTAR will automatically start back up after the update is complete.
Remove MOTAR
Removing MOTAR is a simple button click.
Don't Lost Your Data!
Did you use your own content to populate MOTAR and are moving to a fully deployed production version? Before you remove MOTAR, follow this guide to backup your data and import into the new instance!
To remove MOTAR from your local system, simply launch the installer and click "Remove MOTAR"
Confirm "Yes" to the popup
All files will be removed and the system will be restored to the original state.
Start/Stop Containers
You can start and stop your MOTAR instance without affecting your test data or assets. If you need to stop MOTAR or just want to spin it down between tests, simply click on the Stop button. MOTAR will be stopped with no loss of data.
Ready to start testing again? Simply run the QuickStart installer and click Start. MOTAR will startup after a few moments and you can continue the demo.
Open MOTAR
Click the "Open MOTAR" button to launch the MOTAR webpage in your default browser.
Troubleshooting
A small guide of solutions to common errors you may encounter during installation.
I got the warning "Admin Privileges Required"
MOTAR Installer requires Admin privleges to run, select NO if prompted
Windows
Close the installer and restart as Admin (right click on the installer file and select "Run as Administrator").
Mac/Linux
Close the installer and restart using "sudo"
I got the warning "WSL Not Installed" on Windows
MOTAR requires Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) to be installed on the computer. You can learn about WSL from the official Microsoft site: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/about
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a Microsoft feature that allows developers and users to run a GNU/Linux environment directly on Windows. It lets you install and run Linux command-line tools, utilities, and applications without needing a separate virtual machine or dual-boot setup.
During the initial run, the installer will check your system for WSL, if not found, you will see the following message:
To install WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux):
Open a new PowerShell window as ADMIN
Type:
Ubuntu WSL will install on your machine.
You will be prompted by the installer to create a username/password. The WSL installer will default to your Windows username. Make note of your username and password, you'll need this to remove MOTAR later!
When entering a password, you will not see any indication that you are typing. This is normal behavior, be sure to make note of your password, as you may need it later.
If you are on Windows 10 you may be prompted for a reboot. If this happens, simply rerun the MOTAR Installer after reboot.
Once WSL is installed on your machine, rerun the MOTAR Installer.
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