Task 1.1: Install the Microsoft Graph connector agent

Using on-premises connectors requires installing Microsoft Graph connector agent software. It allows for secure data transfer between on-premises data and the connector APIs. This task guides you through installing and configuring the agent.

1. Check that your local machine meets the recommended Microsoft Graph connector agent prerequisites.

2. Right-click Start and then select Terminal (Admin).

3. At the PowerShell prompt, enter the following command and then press Enter:

    Get-ExecutionPolicy
   

4. In the output of the command, verify RemoteSigned is displayed.
   If the execution policy is not set to allow remote signed scripts, run Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned.

5. Close the terminal window.

6. Download the latest version of the Microsoft Graph connector agent and install the software by using the installation configuration assistant. Open Microsoft Edge and then go to https://aka.ms/gca.

7. On the Microsoft Graph Connector Agent page, select Download.

8. In the Downloads notification, after the installer has been downloaded, select Open file.

9. In the Graph connector agent Setup window, select Next.

10. Select the I accept the terms in the License Agreement checkbox and then select Next.

11. Review the information and then select Install.

12. Wait for the agent to finish installing and then select Finish.

    The Graph connector agent configuration setup will begin. Leave this window open. You will be returning to it soon.