You must create the required database for the BEMS services you plan to install, depending on whether you install all the services on one server or separate servers. BEMS can connect to the database using Windows authentication or Microsoft SQL Server authentication. Verify that your environment is running a supported database server. For more information, see the BEMS Compatibility Matrix.

You can connect to the BEMS core and BEMS services databases using one of the following:

• The service account that you used to complete the installation process
• Microsoft SQL Server account that you specified during the installation process