FAQ About Grafana

Yes, you can use Grafana on Windows. Grafana is a cross-platform tool, which means it can be installed and run on Windows operating systems along with other platforms like Linux and macOS.

To install and use Grafana on Windows, you can follow these steps:

Download Grafana:

• Visit the official Grafana website (https://grafana.com/grafana/download) and navigate to the "Download Grafana" section. Choose the Windows version and download the installer package (usually in .msi format).

Run the Installer:

• Locate the downloaded .msi file and double-click to run the installer. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Grafana on your Windows system.

Start Grafana:

• After the installation is complete, you can start Grafana by either using the Start Menu shortcut or opening a web browser and navigating to http://localhost:3000.

Log In and Configure:

• When you access Grafana in your web browser, you'll be prompted to log in. The default username and password are usually both set to "admin." After logging in, you can change the password and start configuring your data sources and dashboards.

Create Dashboards:

• You can create dashboards, add panels, and visualize data just like you would on any other platform. Grafana's web interface and features remain consistent across different operating systems.

Access Grafana from Other Devices:

• If you want to access Grafana from devices other than your Windows machine, you can do so by using the IP address or hostname of your Windows computer in the URL (http://your-windows-ip:3000).