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Installing PADS4 Foundation

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Download the PADS4 Foundation Setup

You can download PADS4 Foundation from the following link:
PADS4 Foundation Download

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Pre-Installation Requirements

Before starting the installation, ensure the following prerequisites are met:

  • Internet Information Services (IIS):
    • If you plan to use PADS4 Workspace and/or PADS4 CMS, make sure IIS is installed on the server.
  • SQL Server Database:
    • If you intend to store Workspace and/or CMS data in a SQL Server database, verify that SQL Server is installed and configured on the server.

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Executing the Installation

  1. Run the Installation File as Administrator

    • Right-click on the installation file and select “Run as Administrator.”

  2. Read the Installation Documentation

    • Review the installation document and license agreement before proceeding.
    • Check the required boxes to agree and continue.

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Installation Folder Selection

During installation, you can modify the installation directories if necessary. The following components will be installed:

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PADS4 Foundation

  • Contains all essential files required to run PADS4 Server.

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NDS Package Manager

  • Manages the installed PADS4 packages.
  • If the NDS Package Manager is not already installed, it will be included automatically.
  • If already installed, the installation folder selection will be hidden.

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Starting the Installation

  • Confirm your selections and press “Install” to initiate the installation process.
  • The installation progress will be displayed.

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Handling Installation Errors

  • If an error occurs, a pop-up window will appear with a click HERE link to the installation log file.
  • This log file records every step of the installation process and can be used for troubleshooting.

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Configuration After Installation

Once the installation is complete:

  1. PADS4 Configuration will open

    • More details on configuration settings can be found in the PADS4 documentation.

  2. Installation Completion Message

    • Upon successful installation, you will see a “PADS4 Foundation Installed Successfully” message.

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Installing PADS4 Client Applications

If you wish to install additional PADS4 Windows-based applications (such as PADS4 Scheduler, PADS4 Designer, etc.), check the box to start the setup after PADS4 Foundation installation is complete.

Once installation is finished:

  • Press “Close” to launch PADS4 CTRL Center Configuration or the PADS4 Clients installation wizard.

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Configuring a Sub Server

If installing a Sub Server, follow these steps in PADS4 System Management on the Main Server:

  1. Open PADS4 System Management.
  2. Select Servers from the left menu.
  3. Click “Add Sub Server” in the ribbon bar.
  4. Enter a name to be displayed in the PADS4 Agent for this Sub Server.
  5. Configure the network settings for the Main Server to communicate with the Sub Server.
  6. Ensure a valid license is assigned to the Sub Server.

For further details, refer to the PADS4 Scheduler Manual, available during the Windows Clients installation.

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Network Port Configuration

PADS4 requires specific network ports for communication. Refer to the Network Ports Configuration page for details.

For additional information on synchronization, visit the Replication with Sub and Backup Servers page.

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Important Installation Considerations

Do NOT install PADS4 Foundation on a Workstation or Viewer PC.
  • PADS4 Foundation should only be installed on server machines.
  • Installing PADS4 Foundation on a workstation/Viewer PC (configured only for PADS4 Designer, Scheduler, or Messenger) will enable server functionality, altering its configuration.

However, after installing PADS4 Foundation on a server machine, you may proceed with the installation of PADS4 Client applications on the same system if needed.