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Simplifying the Installation of OLI Engine for PRO/II
Scenario 1: Installing OLI Engine Without Previous Versions
Open the Configuration Tool:
Launch the Tool:
Configure PRO/II:
Scenario 2: Installing OLI Engine With Previous Versions
Select an earlier PRO/II Version:
Choose the OLI Engine Version:
Keeping Your Configuration Up-to-Date
Objective
At OLI Systems, our goal is to simplify complex processes for non-IT professionals, making advanced software tools accessible and easy to use. This blog aims to guide users through the seamless integration of the OLI Electrolyte Model within PRO/II using our automated configuration tool. This tool simplifies the traditionally complex task of configuring system registry links, ensuring a smooth connection between the two products.
Simplifying the Installation of OLI Engine for PRO/II
For non-IT professionals, the technical aspects of integrating complex software systems can seem daunting. At OLI Systems, we strive to simplify these processes, making advanced tools accessible and user-friendly. One such example is the integration of the OLI Electrolyte Model within PRO/II, a task traditionally complex due to the need for configuring system registry links. To address this, we've developed an intuitive configuration tool that automates the process, ensuring seamless connectivity between the two products.
Typical Installation Scenario
In a typical setup, users first install the PRO/II software, followed by the OLI Engine. Ideally, this sequence should establish the necessary links automatically, allowing the OLI Electrolyte Model to function within PRO/II without additional intervention. However, users may encounter two main scenarios:
- Single Installation: Where a single version of PRO/II is installed, and the OLI Engine is either being added or upgraded.
- Multiple Installations: Where multiple versions of PRO/II and the OLI Engine exist on the same system.
Our guide covers both scenarios to ensure you can handle either situation with ease.
Scenario 1: Installing OLI Engine Without Previous Versions
For systems without previous OLI installations, follow these steps:
Open the Configuration Tool:
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- Navigate to the O folder in the Start Menu.
- Navigate to the OLI Engine in PRO/II folder
- Select the OLI Engine for PRO/II Config Tool.
Launch the Tool:
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- If prompted by the operating system to allow changes, click "YES".
Configure PRO/II:
- If no PRO/II products are displayed, uncheck the "Only show detected or linked products" box.
- This action will reveal all known PRO/II versions. For our example, select PRO/II [Version].
This will display a list of known PRO/II products.
OLI does support older versions of PRO/II. If you have such an older version, please contact OLI via our support portal at support.olisystems.com
For our example, we have PRO/II [Version] installed.
Check the Only show detected or linked products box to reduce the number of options.
Please select that line and then click the Link button.
Click the version you wish to link. In this example, we only have one version of the OLI Engine available.
This shows that we have linked version 12.0.0.11 of the OLI Engine to all the detected PRO/II versions on this computer.
You can also link an older version of PRO/II.
Click the Link button to link this version. Link to the desired version.
(Note: There are two simultaneously installed versions of PRO/II. One is a full 64-bit version and a pseudo 32-bit version. We will link to both. The user will not see any differences in behavior)
Here is the linked version. Click the Close button when you're done.
Scenario 2: Installing OLI Engine With Previous Versions
Start the configuration tool as above.
- As before, access the OLI Engine in PRO/II Config Tool from the Start Menu.
- Accept any prompts to allow changes.
We have previously installed the OLI Engine 11.0.1.9 with earlier products.
Select an earlier PRO/II Version:
Choose the OLI Engine Version:
- With multiple OLI Engine versions installed, select the desired version (e.g., OLI Engine V12.0).
- Click "Link" to apply the new engine to the selected PRO/II version.
- Click "Close" once the linking is complete.
Keeping Your Configuration Up-to-Date
To ensure your setup remains current, you can check for updated configuration files. By clicking the Check for updated configuration file link, the tool will poll the OLI Download Website for any new versions, ensuring compatibility with future releases of PRO/II.
Here we have the most recent configuration file
For further assistance or support, please visit our support portal.
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