Installation of the Hideez Client Application

Hideez Client App – Installation

The installation package for Hideez Client comes in two formats:

• Bootstrapper (.exe)

• MSI package (.msi)

You can find the .exe installation file here, and the .msi installation files here: x86 version and x64 version.

1. Bootstrapper (.exe)

The Bootstrapper automatically detects the system architecture (x86 or x64) and installs the necessary components:

• Hideez Client MSI (for x86 or x64)

• C++ Redistributables 2015-2019 (for x86 or x64)

• .NET Framework 4.7.2 web installer

Installation Process for Hideez Client using Bootstrapper (clientsetup.exe):

1. Download clientsetup.exe from the official website or internal resource.

2. Run the downloaded installation file (as administrator).

3. Accept the license terms by checking the box next to "I agree to the license terms and conditions."

4. Select the necessary installation options:

   • Enterprise version or Home version:

     • Enterprise version allows connecting to the Hideez Enterprise Server (HES).

     • Home version is more suitable for personal use.

     

     
5. Choose the Bluetooth connection type:

   • Use Windows Internal Bluetooth (Beta version) — suitable for computers with built-in Bluetooth.

   • USB Dongle — for connection via an external Bluetooth dongle.

   • Do not use Bluetooth — only for using the mobile application without hardware keys.

Using Bluetooth for Proximity:

Using Windows Internal Bluetooth or USB Dongle is necessary for the Proximity mechanism, which automatically unlocks the workstation using Hideez Key.

• Proximity activates workstation unlocking when the user approaches the computer with the Hideez Key.

• Bluetooth is used to determine the distance between devices.

The internal Bluetooth option is supported only for Windows 10 version 1903 (2019) and later. In earlier versions (before 1903), the Hideez Key will only work with the external Hideez Bluetooth dongle. This means that for Proximity to function correctly on older versions of Windows, an external dongle is needed to establish communication between the key and the computer.

1. Specify the Hideez Enterprise Server address if you are installing the Enterprise version.

2. Choose the desired interface language (e.g., Ukrainian or English).

3. Click the Apply button to complete the installation.

After Installation:

• The application will be ready for use. If using Proximity, ensure the connection to the Hideez Key is set up via the selected Bluetooth (built-in or USB Dongle).

Next, you need to approve the workstation on the Hideez Enterprise Server (HES) to enable interaction with the server and receive the necessary settings for Proximity and other security mechanisms.

• If you did not specify the address during installation, it can be added later in the application settings.

Silent Installation via Command Line

1. Bootstrapper (.exe)

clientsetup.exe -silent Config="-winradio -enterprise -loc=en-US -server=http://192.168.10.249/"

This command performs a silent installation of the Enterprise version with a connection through WinRadio (built-in Bluetooth), in English localization, and connects to the Hideez at the address http://192.168.10.249/.

2. MSI Package (.msi)

The MSI package allows administrators to automate the installation via GPO (Group Policy) or manually through the command line.

msiexec /i HideezClient.msi /quiet CONFIG="-enterprise -no_ble -server=http://192.168.10.249/ -loc=en-US"

This command performs a silent installation of the Enterprise version with a mobile app-only scenario in English localization, and connects to the Hideez at the address http://192.168.10.249/.

msiexec /i HideezClient.msi /quiet /norestart

Modifications During Installation:

• Client files are installed in %ProgramFiles%\Hideez\Client\.

• A registry key is created at HKLM\SOFTWARE\Hideez\Client, storing your HES server address.

• A custom Hideez CSR driver is installed.

• A shortcut to the application is created in %ProgramData%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Hideez\.

• The application is added to the Windows Programs list.

Important Parameters for Installation:

• -enterprise — installs the Enterprise version.

• -dongle — installs using the USB Dongle.

• -winradio — uses the internal Bluetooth.

• -noble — only uses the mobile application without hardware keys.

• -loc= — sets the language (e.g., -loc=uk-UA for Ukrainian, -loc=en-US for English).

• -server= — specifies the HES address (e.g., -server=https://hes.example.com).

• -silent, -s — silent installation mode without windows (for .exe).

• /quiet - silent installation mode without windows (for .msi).