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MongoDB Installation on Windows​

Below is a step-by-step guide to install MongoDB on a Windows system:

Step 1: Download MongoDB Installer​

  1. Go to the official MongoDB website: https://www.mongodb.com/try/download/community.
  2. Under the Community Server section, select:
    • Version: Choose the latest stable version.
    • Platform: Select "Windows".
    • Package: Choose "MSI" (recommended for easier installation).
  3. Click Download.

Step 2: Run the MongoDB Installer​

  1. Locate the downloaded .msi file and double-click to run it.
  2. Follow the installation wizard:
    • Accept the license agreement.
    • Choose Complete setup type (recommended for most users).
    • Optionally, you can customize the installation path (e.g., C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>).
  3. Check the box to install MongoDB Compass (a graphical interface for MongoDB, optional but recommended).
  4. Click Install and wait for the installation to complete.

Step 3: Set Up MongoDB Environment​

  1. Create the MongoDB data and log directories:

    • Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
    • Run the following commands: 
      md "C:\data\db"
      md "C:\data\log"
    • These directories will store your MongoDB database files and logs.

  2. Configure the MongoDB configuration file:

    • Navigate to the MongoDB installation directory (e.g., C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>\bin).
    • Create a file named mongod.cfg in the bin directory.
    • Add the following content to the file: 
      systemLog:
        destination: file
        path: C:\data\log\mongod.log
      storage:
        dbPath: C:\data\db

Step 4: Install MongoDB as a Windows Service​

  1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator.
  2. Run the following command to install MongoDB as a service: 
    "C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>\bin\mongod.exe" --config "C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>\bin\mongod.cfg" --install
  3. Start the MongoDB service: 
    net start MongoDB
  4. To stop the service, use: 
    net stop MongoDB

Step 5: Verify MongoDB Installation​

  1. Open Command Prompt.
  2. Run the following command to connect to the MongoDB server: 
    "C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>\bin\mongo.exe"
  3. If the connection is successful, you will see the MongoDB shell prompt (>).

Step 6: (Optional) Add MongoDB to System PATH​

To make it easier to run MongoDB commands from any directory:

  1. Open Environment Variables:
    • Right-click on This PC > Properties > Advanced system settings > Environment Variables.
  2. Under System Variables, find and select Path, then click Edit.
  3. Add the MongoDB bin directory path (e.g., C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\<version>\bin).
  4. Click OK to save changes.

Step 7: Test MongoDB​

  1. Open Command Prompt.
  2. Run the following commands: 
    mongo
  3. In the MongoDB shell, run: 
    db.test.insertOne({ name: "MongoDB Test" })
    db.test.find()
    If the document is inserted and retrieved successfully, your MongoDB installation is working correctly.

Step 8: Install MongoDB Compass (Optional)​

If you didn’t install MongoDB Compass during the installation:

  1. Download MongoDB Compass from https://www.mongodb.com/try/download/compass.
  2. Run the installer and follow the steps to complete the installation.
  3. Launch MongoDB Compass and connect to your local MongoDB instance (mongodb://localhost:27017).

MongoDB Installation Guide

Below is a step-by-step guide to install MongoDB on Windows. You can also watch the video tutorial for a visual walkthrough:

Steps to Install MongoDB​

  1. Download the MongoDB installer from the official website.
  2. Run the installer and follow the setup wizard.
  3. Set up the data and log directories.
  4. Configure MongoDB as a Windows service.
  5. Verify the installation by connecting to the MongoDB shell.

You’ve successfully installed MongoDB on Windows! 🎉