Solid Edge Installing Solid Edge Software Using 'Run as Administrator'

Users experience issues during the installation of Solid Edge software because the standard installation process of double-clicking on the installation executable file e.g., Setup.exe does not grant the necessary permissions for a complete setup, even if the user has a local administrator role.

To resolve this issue, follow the installation procedure using 'Run as Administrator.' This ensures the application has full administrator access, bypassing User Account Control (UAC) restrictions that can prevent a complete installation.

Steps to Install Solid Edge Software:

1. Ensure Administrator Rights:

• Log in to Windows using an account with administrator privileges.

2. Locate the Installation File:

• Navigate to the folder containing the Solid Edge installation executable file e.g., Setup.exe.

3. Run as Administrator:

• Right-click on the installation executable file.

• Select 'Run as Administrator' from the context menu.

4. Follow the Installation Prompts:

• Proceed with the installation as per the on-screen instructions.

Reason for Using 'Run as Administrator':

• Even if you are logged in as an administrator, Windows User Account Control (UAC) restricts the permissions of applications to improve security. Running the installation with 'Run as Administrator' grants the installer the necessary permissions to access all parts of the system, bypassing UAC restrictions. This ensures a successful and complete installation of Solid Edge and its components.

For more detailed information about the implications of 'Run as Administrator,' refer to this external resource: What Does ‘Run as Administrator’ Mean in Windows 10.

Following these steps will help avoid issues related to insufficient permissions and ensure that Solid Edge software installs correctly.