While the installer can automatically download components, it is often safer to create a Deployment Image

This is the most vital requirement. Even on newer systems with .NET 4.8, version 3.5 must be explicitly enabled via the "Turn Windows features on or off" menu in the Control Panel.

Originally designed for Windows XP and Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit). While it can run on Windows 10/11, compatibility mode and enabling .NET 3.5 are strictly required.

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While the installer can automatically download components, it is often safer to create a Deployment Image

This is the most vital requirement. Even on newer systems with .NET 4.8, version 3.5 must be explicitly enabled via the "Turn Windows features on or off" menu in the Control Panel.

Originally designed for Windows XP and Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit). While it can run on Windows 10/11, compatibility mode and enabling .NET 3.5 are strictly required.