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--- software:chipmunk:getting_started [2025/04/27 16:13] – support@smikar.com
+++ software:chipmunk:getting_started [2025/07/01 13:07] (current) – [Need Help?] support@smikar.com
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 Welcome to the Chipmunk Setup Guide.
-Chipmunk is SmiKar Software’s intelligent offboarding solution for Microsoft 365. It automatically detects disabled Entra ID (Azure AD) accounts and securely archives the associated OneDrive and Exchange (emails, contacts, calendars) data to Azure Blob Storage. Chipmunk ensures no important user data is lost, helping you meet compliance, legal, and operational requirements with ease.
+Chipmunk is SmiKar Software’s intelligent offboarding solution for Microsoft 365. It automatically detects disabled Entra ID (Azure AD) accounts and securely archives the associated OneDrive, Exchange (emails), and Teams data to Azure Blob Storage. Chipmunk ensures no important user data is lost, helping you meet compliance, legal, and operational requirements with ease.
 [[https://www.smikar.com/chipmunk-automated-user-archiving/|Chipmunk Overview]]
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 Chipmunk is designed for IT administrators and businesses that want a simple, affordable, and automated way to archive Microsoft 365 user data once employees leave the organization.
-When a user account is disabled in Entra ID:
+When a user account is disabled in Entra ID, the following is archived to your Azure Blob Storage Account:
-  * Their **OneDrive** files are backed up to Azure Blob.
+  * Their **OneDrive** files are archived.
-  * Their **Exchange emails, contacts, and calendars** are archived.
+  * Their **Exchange** emails are archived.
+  * Their **Microsoft Teams** chats and messages are archived.
   * Data is stored under your control in your Azure tenant.
   * Easy recovery options are available later if required.
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   * Node.js and React front-end dashboard for easy monitoring.
   * Azure Blob Storage holds archived user data.
-It can be installed on a single VM or scaled out across multiple nodes.
 ===== Prerequisites =====
 Before installing Chipmunk, you’ll need:
-  * An Azure subscription with Blob Storage.
+  * An Azure subscription with Blob Storage and a container created.
-  * A registered Azure App for Graph API access (with permissions for OneDrive and Exchange).
+  * A registered Azure App in Entra ID (Azure AD) with Graph API and Exchange Online permissions.
-  * A MySQL database (hosted or local).
+  * An internal DNS name and TLS certificate for the Chipmunk appliance (e.g., chipmunk.yourcompany.local).
-  * A Windows or Linux VM to run Chipmunk scripts and the web interface.
+  * (Optional) A static internal IP address and DNS entry for reliable access.
-We recommend a VM with at least 4 vCPUs and 8GB RAM for moderate environments.
 ===== Installation Steps =====
-. Provision your Azure Storage account.
+. Provision your Azure Blob Storage account and create a container.
-. Set up the required Azure App Registration and permissions.
+. Register a new App in Entra ID and assign the required Microsoft Graph and Exchange Online API permissions.
-. Install MySQL and create the required database tables.
+. Choose a DNS name for the Chipmunk appliance (e.g., chipmunk.yourcompany.local) and bind a TLS certificate to that domain.
-. Deploy the Chipmunk PowerShell scripts and Web Front-End.
+. Deploy Chipmunk from the Azure Marketplace.
-. Configure your `config.json` file with your environment settings.
+. Navigate to the Chipmunk setup URL (e.g., https://chipmunk.yourcompany.local) and complete the configuration wizard using the details you prepared.
-. Start Chipmunk services.
+. Start Chipmunk services from the dashboard.
 Chipmunk is designed for quick deployment — most installations can be completed in under an hour.
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 All user data remains securely in your Azure environment — Chipmunk does not store your data externally.
-===== Support and Documentation =====
-Need help?
-  * Check our {{:software:chipmunk:chipmunk_user_guide.pdf|Chipmunk User Guide}} (PDF).
-  * Visit {{https://www.smikar.com/chipmunk-automated-user-archiving/|our Chipmunk product page}}.
-  * Contact our support team for assistance.
 ===== Why Choose Chipmunk? =====
 * Fully automated offboarding.
+* Archives OneDrive, Exchange, and Teams data.
 * Affordable licensing model.
 * Your data remains in your Azure tenant.
 * Scalable for small and large environments.
 * Simple setup and minimal management overhead.
 Chipmunk helps organizations meet compliance, legal hold, and operational continuity requirements while simplifying the Microsoft 365 offboarding process.
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+===== Need Help? =====
+If you need assistance setting up your App Registration, Storage, or internal DNS for Chipmunk, refer to our step-by-step setup guides below:
+  * [[software:chipmunk:setup:app_registration|App Registration & API Permissions]]
+  * [[software:chipmunk:setup:storage_account|Azure Storage Setup]]
+  * [[software:chipmunk:setup:certificate_dns|DNS & Certificate Configuration]]
+You can also contact our team at [[support@smikar.com]] for assistance.
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