This page provides a high-level checklist to get Chipmunk installed and operational.

Each step links to a detailed setup guide.

1. Create an App Registration in Azure

1. Register a new App in Entra ID
2. Assign Microsoft Graph + Exchange permissions
3. Generate a client secret

 → [[software:chipmunk:installation:app_registration|View App Registration Guide]]

2. Create an Entra ID Admin Group

1. Create a security group for Chipmunk administrators
2. Add users who should have dashboard access
3. Note the group name for the setup wizard

 → [[software:chipmunk:installation:app_registration#step_7_create_admin_group|How to create the admin group]]

3. Provision Azure Blob Storage

1. Create a storage account and container
2. Generate a SAS token with read/write access

 → [[software:chipmunk:installation:storage_account|View Storage Setup Guide]]

4. Configure Internal DNS and TLS Certificate

1. Decide your appliance hostname (e.g. chipmunk.company.local)
2. Add a DNS record pointing to your Chipmunk IP
3. Bind a TLS certificate to the appliance

 → [[software:chipmunk:installation:certificate_dns|View DNS & Certificate Guide]]

5. Deploy Chipmunk from Azure Marketplace

1. Search for “Chipmunk - Automated User Archiving”
2. Follow the deployment steps

6. Run Initial Configuration Wizard

1. Visit your Chipmunk URL (e.g. https://chipmunk.company.local)
2. Enter your App ID, Secret, SAS token, admin group name, and other details
3. Start services and begin archiving

 → [[software:chipmunk:installation:first_run|View First-Time Configuration Guide]]

Chipmunk is designed to be deployed in under an hour, with minimal Azure expertise required.

If you need help at any stage, visit our Support page or contact support@smikar.com.

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