Module & Update Management
This section covers how to extend and maintain your application.
Module Manager
Navigation: Administrator -> Module Manager
Modules are optional add-ons that provide significant new features. This screen allows you to manage them.
Module Installation Workflow
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Install: Click "Browse..." to select a module file (`.dmod`) from your computer, then click "Install Module".
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Activate: Once extracted, the module will appear in the list with a status of "Not Installed". Click "Activate" to run its setup script.
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Some modules, like the Bank module, will present a configuration dialog before activation. Make your selections and click "Save & Activate".
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Once activated, new menu items may appear, and the module status will update to "Activated".
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Deactivate: To turn off a module, click "Deactivate". You may be given options to keep or remove data and layouts.
- Remove: Completely delete the module's files from the server. This can only be done after a module is deactivated.
Update Manager
Navigation: Administrator -> Update Manager
This tool allows you to keep your DONNOTEC software up-to-date.
Clicking Check for Updates securely contacts the DONNOTEC update server. If a new version is available, the screen will display the release notes and an "Install Update" button.
Clicking Install Update will automatically back up your current application and install the latest version, providing you with new features and security patches.