To deploy the SQL Compliance Manager Agent manually, run an Agent Only or Custom setup to install the agent on the physical computer that hosts the SQL Server instance or database you want to audit. Use manual deployment when you want to install the SQL Compliance Manager Agent in a unique environment, such as on a workstation or a computer that belongs to a non-trusted domain.
If you want to audit a virtual SQL Server, use the Cluster Configuration Console to deploy and configure the SQL Compliance Manager Agent on each cluster node hosting the server. For more information about installing and configuring the SQL Compliance Manager Agent for a virtual SQL Server, see Deploy the SQL Compliance Manager Agent to cluster nodes.