: Designed primarily for Windows 7 SP1 (32-bit and 64-bit). It is supported on Windows 10 (64-bit) Pro and Enterprise editions, though manual environment adjustments are occasionally required.
Essential runtime engine for UI framework rendering and system assemblies.
| Step | Action | Pass/Fail | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | Uninstall any previous Bentley "CONNECT Edition" (Version 10.x or 08.11.07.xx lower) | | | 2 | Run Windows Update (all critical & security updates) | | | 3 | Install .NET Framework 4.8.1 | | | 4 | Install VC++ Redist (2015-2022) x64 | | | 5 | Disable antivirus real-time scanning (temporarily) | | | 6 | Verify 50GB free on C:\ (or install drive) | | | 7 | Verify GPU driver is 'Studio' or 'Enterprise' (not Game Ready) | | | 8 | Delete %TEMP%\Bentley folder (old cache) | | | 9 | Right-click installer → "Run as Administrator" | |
: Dedicated GPU supporting DirectX 9.0c . A minimum of 256 MB dedicated VRAM is recommended to bypass software emulation modes. : Designed primarily for Windows 7 SP1 (32-bit and 64-bit)
Best optimized for Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 (via compatibility mode).
Build 08.11.07.03 is a legacy release within the V8i generation. Compatibility is strictly limited to the following operating systems:
Version 08.11.07.03 was validated during the SELECTseries 4 era. Not all modern Windows 11 builds are compatible without adjustments. | Step | Action | Pass/Fail | |
The prerequisite pack includes several Microsoft frameworks and utilities that must be present on the system: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1: A critical requirement for core application functionality. Microsoft XML Parser (MSXML) 6 SP1: Both 32-bit and 64-bit versions are typically included. Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Core: Required for running macros and automation scripts. DirectX 9c: Essential for the graphics engine used in the V8i series. DHTML Editing Control:
: Enables macro support and custom scripting within the desktop environment.
: A critical environment for running the core application logic. Build 08
Minimum 1 GB RAM for basic execution, though 2 GB or more is highly recommended to manage complex, multi-layered reference files.
Before installing the software components, your physical workstation or virtual machine must meet minimum computing standards: