This guide outlines the installation process for PADS4 Clients, including PADS4 Viewer, Designer, Scheduler, and other Windows-based applications.

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Step 1: Download PADS4 Clients

Download the latest version of PADS4 Clients from the official link:
PADS4 Clients Download

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Step 2: Start the Installation

  1. Run the Installer as Administrator

    • Execute the PADS4 Clients.exe installation file.
    • Right-click the file and select “Run as Administrator.”
    • Choose your preferred language and proceed.

  2. Verify PADS4 Version

    • Ensure that PADS4 Version 2020.1 or later is being installed.

  3. Accept the License Agreement

    • Carefully read the License Agreement.
    • Check the box to accept the terms and click Next.

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Step 3: User Selection

  • Select for which users PADS4 Clients should be installed.
  • Click Next.

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Step 4: Viewer Installation

  • Select “Viewer Installation” from the dropdown menu.
  • Click Next.

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Step 5: Help Documentation (Optional)

  • Decide whether to install the online help file.
  • The help file allows users to press F1 within any PADS4 application to access relevant documentation.
  • Recommended: Installing the help file improves accessibility to user guides.

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Step 6: Configure Viewer Settings

  • Enter the Viewer Name and specify the PADS4 Server Location.
  • Click Next.

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Step 7: Desktop Mode & User Account Control (UAC) Settings

  • Desktop Mode: Choose whether PADS4 Clients should run in Desktop mode.
  • User Account Control (UAC):
    • Recommended: Disable UAC to allow PADS4 Clients to run with Administrator privileges without additional prompts.
    • If the user is not a member of the local Administrator group, you can specify an Administrator account to run the Viewer.

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Step 8: Shortcut & Destination Folder Configuration

  • Select the desired shortcuts to be created.
  • Choose the installation destination folder for PADS4 Clients.
  • Click Install to begin the installation process.

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Step 9: Installation Process

  • The PADS4 Clients installation will now begin.
  • Once completed, you will see the message:
    “PADS4 Clients has been successfully installed.”

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Network Ports Used by PADS4

To ensure proper connectivity, review the network ports required for PADS4.
➡ Refer to the Network Ports Configuration page for more details.