: Included with Vista compatibility for certain interface elements. Supported Operating Systems
When you install a Bentley CONNECT Edition product, the installer will automatically detect and install the required software components. However, it is helpful to know what these components are, especially for troubleshooting or manual deployment.
Necessary for managing the installation and removal of software packages. : Included with Vista compatibility for certain interface
BENTLEY-PREREQ-V8i-08110703 Applicable Version Range: 08.11.07.03 (e.g., MicroStation V8i SS3/SS4) Target Platforms: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (Legacy Support)
V8 11.07.03 is a "Connected" version. It expects periodic internet or local network access. Necessary for managing the installation and removal of
Bentley explicitly notes that additional memory will almost always improve performance, particularly when working with large, complex models. For heavy‑duty applications like ProStructures or OpenBridge Modeler, the recommended minimum increases:
Disclaimer: Version 08.11.07.03 is an older release supporting V8i SELECTseries versions. For newer Connect Edition software, different prerequisites are required. Bentley explicitly notes that additional memory will almost
| Component | Minimum Version | Purpose | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 17.0 | Identity management & license broker | | Bentley Licensing Tool | 08.11.07.xx | Coordinates SELECT, legacy, or subscription licenses | | ProjectWise Explorer (if integrated) | 10.00.07.xx | Managed work sharing | | Microsoft Edge WebView2 | 94.0+ | Embedded UI for tool settings & help | | SQLite / Spatialite | 3.35+ | Local data caches and reporting |