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Installing FileDirector Component Services

Symptoms​

You want to work with FileDirector from within MS Office. The most common use case for Component Services is the MS Outlook integration which allows you to save emails, and/or there attachments, directly into FileDirector.

Cause​

n/a

Resolution​

You will need the FileDirector WinClient - this is assumed to be installed already.

For installing FileDirector Component Services:

  • Obtain a copy of the installer, you will normally be able to download this from http:///FileDirector
  • Run the FileDirector Component Service (.exe or .msi) file for this and click the next button
  • There will be an OfficeLink check box. `You need to check for this to work in Office applications.
  • When this has finished. Check Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook and see if you are able to see a new **File Director **tab at the top. If you are unable to see this please refer to [No FileDirector Tab in MS Office (Component Services)](https://drflow.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/44002325178-no-filedirector-tab-in-ms-office-component-services-). See also ["The specified service already exists" when installing FileDirector Component Service](`https://drflow.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/44002502822--the-specified-service-already-exists-when-installing-filedirector-component-service)