Part 1: Install Nintex Workflow in SharePoint 2016

If Nintex for SharePoint 2016 is already installed on your SharePoint environment, you can skip this step and go straight to Part 2: Build your first Nintex workflow in SharePoint 2016.

Prerequisites

Before installing Nintex, the following Windows Services must be running:

• SharePoint Administration
• SharePoint Timer Service

Before installing Nintex, the following SharePoint services must be running:

• Microsoft SharePoint Foundation Web Application
• Microsoft SharePoint Foundation Workflow Timer Service

Note: When installing Nintex, we recommend that you use the same account used in the SharePoint installation.

Installation resources

The following resources are listed to help you successfully install Nintex for SharePoint 2016:

Installation Guide

For detailed information on installation, see the following links:

• Nintex for SharePoint 2016 Installation Guide (PDF)
• Nintex for SharePoint 2016 Installation

Note: You can download the installer file from the Product Releases page in your Customer Central portal. If you do not have access to Customer Central, please reach out to your Nintex administrator.

Database design guide

While not required, we highly recommend reviewing the Nintex Database Design guide to fully understand how Nintex databases function and what configurations will help you optimize workflow performance within your SharePoint environment.

Next step:

Go to Part 2: Build your first Nintex workflow in SharePoint 2016