You are on page 1of 4

Operation Technology, Inc. is pleased to provide you with ETAP 11.1.

This point release offers new and enhanced features and capabilities including:
This document provides a step-by-step installation procedure for ETAP 11.1 and the User Guide. The installation
program installs ETAP and all of its components including libraries, example projects, and ETAP help fles. It also
installs the ETAP License Manager since all stand-alone and network keys use this service to provide authorization for
ETAP 11.1.
Activation Code
New User: If you are installing the software for the frst time, ETAP 11.1 will prompt you for a 36-character Activation
Code which is located on the ETAP 11.1 DVD sleeve.
Existing User: ETAP 11.1 will utilize the same 36-character code as the ETAP 11.0 release. If you cannot locate your
code, please contact your sales representative at sales@etap.com.
License Manager
The ETAP License Manager is installed as part of the ETAP installation program. A separate setup program is provided
to install the ETAP License Manager. ETAP 11.1 License Manager is compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit computers and
earlier versions of ETAP.
Before Installing ETAP
1. You must have administrator rights to your computer. For Windows Vista operating systems, it is
recommended to turn off the User Account Control (UAC) and the frewall during the installation.
2. Close all applications.
Installation
Guide
x DC Arc Flash Analysis Module
x Conversion from Dapper

PTW32 versions 6.0 & 6.5


x Import from PSS

E version 29 & 30
x Updated cable library based on NEC 2008
x New cable library based on British standard
x New protective device library
x Multi Language Edition: English, Spanish, Portuguese,
Japanese, Chinese, & Russian
Installing ETAP
Insert the ETAP DVD into your DVD drive.
Auto Play: The ETAP Installer program will automatically
appear if AutoPlay is active.
Manual: Run EtapInstaller.exe
Follow the actions required as highlighted on the
screenshots below:
1. ETAP Installer
2. Welcome
3. License Agreement
4. System Requirements
Stand-Alone licenses:
Insert the ETAP Security Key in the same computer.
With this option, ETAP and ETAP License Manager will
be automatically installed on your computer.
Network licenses:
Install the ETAP License Manager on a computer
designated as the ETAP License Manager Server. In this
confguration, the ETAP Security Key must be located
at the ETAP License Manager Server.
5. License Types
6. Language Reports Selection
7. Report Formats
8. Destination Selection
Installation Guide
9. Setup Verifcation

10. Installation Complete
Launching ETAP
The ETAP License wizard displays the ETAP License
Path Selection Editor. If a Stand-Alone or Network
Security Key is located on your computer, click OK to
continue. For a Network License, if the ETAP Security
Key is located on a different computer, select another
path and enter the name or IP address of the computer
where the key is located.

License Path Selection

Activation Code
Installing ETAP User Guide
To install the ETAP 11.1 User Guide, select the ETAP
User Guide option that appears below the Installations
section of the Installer Program.
1. Click Next on the Welcome screen to continue.

2. Setup requires the name of a destination folder
on your hard drive where you would like the ETAP
User Guide to be installed. The default destination
folder is C:\ETAP User Guide 1110. To install the
guide in a different location, click Browse and
select or type a new destination folder. Click Next.
3. When the installation is complete, the installer
displays the ETAP User Guide Installation Complete
screen. Click Finish.
Hardware Security Key
Starting with ETAP 7.5.1, the black parallel dongles
and the blue USB-1410 security keys are no longer
supported. Only a new USB-1600 security key will
work with ETAP 11.1. Please contact sales at sales@
etap.com or 949-900-1000 for any key replacement.
Troubleshooting Security Key Message:
ETAP key is not found or the License Manager is not ready
Condition Solution
The ETAP License Manager is not installed in the
designated computer.
Install the License Manager and make sure there is
no frewall interference.
The ETAP License Manager Service is not running.
Reset the License Manager from Start\All Programs\
ETAP 1110\Reset License Manager.
The ETAP License Manager is installed in a Virtual
Machine.
ETAP prevents the operation of the License Manager
on a virtual machine. This is due to the nature of
virtual machines that makes it possible to replicate
the ETAP License Manager in violation of its
intended number of users per ETAP License Grant
and Agreement. Please contact sales@etap.com for
more details.
ETAP key is not connected to the computer or key
drivers are not installed properly.
Verify that the key is securely attached to the
computer. For more details please refer to Chapter
2 of the ETAP User Guide.
Registered to ISO 9001:2008
Support: 949.462.0400
Main: 949.900.1000
support.etap.com
OPERATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.
System Requirements
Operating System (32-bit or 64-bit)
x Microsoft

Windows

7
(Home Premium, Professional, Ultimate)
x Microsoft Windows Vista(SP2)
(Home Premium, Business, Enterprise)
x Microsoft Windows XP (SP3)
(Professional or Home Edition)
x Microsoft Server 2008
x Microsoft Server 2008 R2
x Microsoft Server 2003 R2 (SP2)
x Microsoft Server 2003 (SP2)
Software Requirements
x Microsoft Internet Explorer

5.01 or higher
x Microsoft .NET Framework v3.5 (SP1)
x Microsoft SQL Server Compact v3.5 (SP1)
PC Configuration Requirements
x USB port (if stand-alone licensing required)
x Ethernet port with network access
(if network licensing required)
x DVD drive
x 10 to 80 GB hard disk space
(based on project size, number of buses)
x 19 monitors recommended (dual monitors
highly recommended)
x Recommended display resolution - 1280x1024
Recommended Hardware
100 Bus Projects
x Intel

Dual/Quad core - 2.0 GHz (or equivalent)


x 2 GB RAM
500 Bus Projects
x Intel Dual/Quad core - 2.0 GHz (or equivalent)
x 4 GB RAM
1,000 Bus Projects
x Intel Dual/Quad core - 3.0 GHz with Hyper-
Threading Technology with high speed bus
(or equivalent)
x 8 GB RAM (high speed)
x 64-bit Operating System
10,000 Bus Projects and Higher
x Intel Dual/Quad core - 3.0 GHz with Hyper-
Threading Technology with high speed bus
(or equivalent)
x 12 GB RAM (high speed)
x 64-bit Operating System
ETAP Upgrade and User Support
Maintenance Contract
All upgrades are automatically provided to users with a valid ETAP Upgrade
and User Support Contract (UUC).
The UUC is the most cost-effective way to protect your ETAP investment
by providing product upgrades and technical support for your ETAP
software. Extending your maintenance support agreement will allow you
the opportunity to apply ETAPs unique features and sophisticated analysis
techniques to all your power system analysis projects. With a valid UUC
maintenance support agreement, you receive:
x Free version upgrades including automatic shipment of new releases
x Unlimited access to user / technical support
x Latest device libraries updates
x Full access to ETAP User FTP and download sites
x Access to prerelease and beta versions of new products and
upgrades
User Feedback
Operation Technology, Inc. is dedicated to providing our customers with
a superior product experience, and user feedback is one of the central
elements of this commitment. In fact, ETAP is designed based on 95% of
user suggestions and requests! We invite you to help us make a difference
by flling out a short, single-page feedback form located at etap.com (click
on User Feedback Form). All information is confdential and will be used
only by the ETAP engineering and development staff.
ETAP Training
ETAP University training events include a wide-range of power system
analysis workshops, seminars, and on-site training conducted by Certifed
ETAP Instructors. ETAP workshops in the U.S. offer Continuing Education
Units (CEUs) and a 10% discount for IEEE members.
Visit etap.com to view the current events schedule. Events are added
throughout the year so be sure to visit frequently for the latest updates.
2012 Operation Technology, Inc.
All rights reserved. Certain names and/or logos used in this document may constitute trademarks, service
marks, or trade names of Operation Technology, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their
respective holders.
etap.com etap.com
Certifcation No. 10002889 QM08
B4-PIG-0112-6

You might also like