Launch your primary application setup file (e.g., MicroStation V8i).
Even if not prompted, it is recommended to restart the computer after the prerequisite installation is finished.
This usually happens on Windows 10 or Windows 11 because the operating system blocks legacy installers from modifying system files. Launch your primary application setup file (e
Crucial for the interface and licensing tools.
Essential for users who run macros, custom engineering scripts, or automated drawing routines. Crucial for the interface and licensing tools
The following additional requirements apply to specific Bentley Desktop Applications:
Bentley V8i version is a mature, stable release but requires specific legacy dependencies (VC++ 2010, .NET 4.7.2, OpenGL, single-core CPU performance). It is not compatible with Windows 11 or ARM64 without virtualization. Organizations planning to deploy or retain this version should strictly follow the hardware and software prerequisites above, especially regarding GPU driver selection and storage type (SSD strongly recommended). It is not compatible with Windows 11 or
Once the system registers the 08.11.07.03 prerequisite signature, you can safely initialize the primary engineering software installer (such as MicroStation V8i or InRoads V8i) without encountering missing dependency errors. Common Troubleshooting Scenarios
The CONNECTION Client can be installed on the following operating systems: