Move the verified executable to your isolated server environment using approved data-transfer protocols, such as encrypted USB media, secure jump boxes, or internal optical media. Executing the Installation

Disable antivirus software temporarily, as deep-packet scanning can occasionally lock files during the extraction process.

Ensures that all servers in a deployment use the exact same installation files, reducing inconsistencies. Prerequisites for Offline Installation (2026.1 and later)

Are you or upgrading an existing one? What version of Windows Server are you using? Are you setting up High Availability (HA) ? Offline installer - SolarWinds THWACK

The portal will generate a licensed activation response file.

This comprehensive guide covers everything required to plan, download, and deploy SolarWinds NPM using the offline installation method. Understanding the SolarWinds Offline Installer

Locate your license and click Download .

Never try to use the web-based "Check for Updates" button inside an offline console. It will freeze or time out.

Internet Information Services (IIS) 10.0 must be available for the web console. Pre-Installation Checklists for Air-Gapped Systems