This video will go over the start up and setup process.
The BAT consists of two Microsoft access files,
several template Microsoft Excel files,
and some subfolders.
These files will be provided to authorized users in a zip file
format, either by the BAT agency administrator or your CSM.
The file should be downloaded into the directory on the target
computer's hard drive at the root directory with the name
C:\DHS_BAT\
The resulting folder system should look like the folder
that I'm showing on my screen now with seven folders
four Excel files and two access files.
Installing these files into locations other than the C drive is possible,
but involves re linking the back end databases.
You can watch the tutorial
for that process or read about it in appendix B of the user guide.
Regardless of whether or not you are changing the location
where the BAT is stored, it is always a good idea to check
and make sure that the back end is linked correctly to the front end.
I will demonstrate quickly how to check for this.
For a more detailed explanation, please watch the tutorial
for re linking the back end database or read Appendix B
of the user guide. To check you are linked correctly,
You need to first open the GUI file as I am doing now,
and then go to external data
and verify your files are linked correctly.
Here they are.
Now we can close this window and sign in using our credentials.
Setup initialization and logging As an administrator
or manager is the same as it is for all users,
and the instructions in the body of this guide should be used as reference.
Once logged in, an administrator
or manager will be presented with a unique menu set.
These features are strictly administrative.
To access these features from the building level of the BAT,
go to real property and then administration.
Note: The proper use of the BAT requires that some information
be entered into the system by the administrator before
the tool can be used by auditors or assessors.