Before you begin

Important

This content is archived and is not being updated. For the latest documentation, see Microsoft Dynamics 365 product documentation. For the latest release plans, see Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform release plans.

Applies To: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Feature Pack, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012

The topics in this section provide the procedures that you must complete before you start to install Microsoft Dynamics AX. The following topics are included:

Pre-installation checklist

Create service accounts

Create a shared directory for installation

Include cumulative updates and hotfixes in a new installation (slipstreaming)

Verify that you have the required permissions for installation

Check prerequisites