The initial setup is easy. I would rate my experience with the initial setup an eight out of ten, where one being difficult and ten being easy. 

The initial setup of Authentication Manager 8.1 instance is very straight forward. All extra scripts and software we have developed is copied as described in our manuals. A total setup for a new customer is done within eight hours, including self service configuration settings according the information collected during the intake.

The installation is straightforward.

From a security administration standpoint I would submit that set up is straight forward and end user friendly.

It's straightforward. Appliance is almost like plug & Play.

The setup was complex, and there were complex folders that were not easy to install. We used a consultant to help us implement the solution. 

Yes, it was quiet straightforward after carefully reading and following the setup manual and documentation.