# Installation & Synchronisation

## Installation

Using CogNeed in Dual Channel mode requires the installation of a Windows, Mac, or Linux application.

This installation requires administrative rights on your workstation. Contact your administrator if you wish to perform this installation.

**.exe** - You can find the executable file by following [this download link](https://core.api.cogneed.ai/cogneed-dual-canal-application/win32/x64/CogNeed%20Dual%20Channel-1.3.1%20Setup.exe). (single-user installation)

**MSI** - You can find the MSI file by following [this download link](https://core.api.cogneed.ai/cogneed-dual-canal-application/win32/x64/cogneed-dual-canal-application.msi). (automated installation on multiple workstations)

* Download the installation file by following the link provided.

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* Once downloaded, launch the cogneed-dual-canal-application installation file. This visual indicates that the installation is in progress on your workstation; the process will only take a few seconds. Be careful not to exit the application or restart your session.

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* Once the installation is complete, a shortcut of the application is added to your desktop and the application launches automatically.

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## Synchronisation

To complete the connection, click "Connect." The application opens a web window to synchronize with your CogNeed account.\
In this web window, click the "Synchronise" button.

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When the Dual Channel Application and Live Application are properly synchronised, this icon ![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/RFCbypPSQCx2ezWjFUPY/blobs/7OjqLScVOcyzCFfWHhsr/image.png)appears on both sides.&#x20;
