The Bentley installer should automatically bypass these elements. If it blocks deployment entirely, you must use administrative switches to unpack the components manually or temporarily uninstall the newer runtime versions.
The package is a foundational suite of Microsoft runtime libraries, framework updates, and localized language modules. It is required to run Bentley V8i (SELECTseries) platform software , such as MicroStation V8i, Bentley Map, and ProjectWise.
Instead of forcing users to download dozens of individual patches from Microsoft, Bentley consolidates these dependencies into a single, structured installer. This approach drastically minimizes installation failures, DLL omissions, and software crashes during production. 💻 Operating System Compatibility prerequisites for bentley desktop applications v8 11 07 03
| Database Platform | Required Driver | |------------------|----------------| | | Oracle Instant Client 19c (64‑bit) or ODBC driver 12.2 | | SQL Server | SQL Server Native Client 11.0 (or ODBC Driver 13/17) | | SQLite | Built‑in (no separate install needed) | | Spatial Databases (PostGIS, SQLite Spatial) | GDAL 3.x or FDO Provider (included) |
When deploying or upgrading to Bentley’s desktop application suite version —which corresponds to the CONNECT Edition (specifically SELECTseries 10 for most tools like MicroStation, OpenRoads, OpenBuildings, and OpenRail)—understanding the exact technical prerequisites is critical. A missing component can lead to installation rollbacks, licensing errors, or runtime instability. It is required to run Bentley V8i (SELECTseries)
The prerequisite pack includes several essential Microsoft libraries and tools: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1
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