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Technical documentation for PcVue, covering installation, environment setup, and configuration tools. Includes guides for versions 16.3 and 17.0 on topics such as licensing, SQL Server Express configuration, silent installations, and the use of Application Architect, Application Explorer, and Smart Generators.

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What's inside PcVue

  5. Overview of the PcVue HMI Workspace

    The PcVue workspace is the primary environment within the PcVue desktop application used to develop the user interface. It is used to create windows and symbols for desktop clients as well as non-desktop clients such as WebVue and SnapVue. The workspace main menu provides direct access to three primary configuration tools: Application Explorer, Application Architect, and Smart Generators.

  6. Overview of PcVue silent installation

    Silent installation allows for the automation of PcVue installation via PowerShell or command line (.cmd) scripts, removing the need for interactive installation packages. This process supports fresh installations, updates/patching, repairs, modifications (adding/removing features), and complete removal. All installation scripts must be executed with administrator privileges.

  8. Overview of PcVue 17.0 Installation and Configuration

    PcVue 17.0 requires a specific sequence of setup steps to ensure operational stability: starting with system requirements and licensing, followed by the installation of the software and web deployment tools, and concluding with environment configuration (Windows settings, SQL Server for HDS, and hardware protection key drivers). Maintenance tasks include updating, modifying, or repairing existing installations.

  9. Verify Windows OS compatibility for PcVue 16.3

    PcVue 16.3 supports specific Microsoft Windows families. Use Windows Client versions for operator stations and Windows Server versions for server stations. All operational versions must use the x64 processor architecture. Windows Server installations must include the 'Desktop Experience' option.

    Fully Supported and Operational:

    • Windows 10 (version 1607 or later, Professional and Enterprise editions)
    • Windows 11 (Professional and Enterprise editions)
    • Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 (Foundation, Essentials, Standard, and Datacenter editions)

    Operational with Potential Limitations (Validate with Technical Support before deployment):

    • Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2016 or later
    • Windows 11 IoT Enterprise
    • Windows Server IoT 2019 and 2022
    • Windows Server for Embedded Systems and other embedded systems
    • Virtual machines (e.g., Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare)

    Not Supported:

    • Windows 10 version 1507 (RTM) and 1511
    • Windows 10 IoT Core
    • Windows Server in Nano Server or Server Core mode

  10. Use SQL Server Express for PcVue Historical Data Server (HDS)

    Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) are required when using the Historical Data Server (HDS) for event logging or trend recording in PcVue 16.3. While the free Express edition is suitable for small to medium projects, it has the following technical limitations:

    • Maximum relational database size: 10 GB
    • Maximum SQL Server Database Engine memory: 1 GB
    • Buffer cache limit per instance: 1 MB of RAM
    • Relational database engine restricted to the lesser of one socket or four cores
    • SQL Agent administration tool is not included.

  11. Import third-party project configurations using Smart Generators

    Smart Generators in PcVue 16.3 allow developers to import project configurations from third-party software files, such as PLC programming packages or generic XML files. Rather than simple conversion, Smart Generators can filter, convert, and reshape data to ensure it fits the PcVue environment. Typically, these generators are used to automatically create variables and communication links within the PcVue configuration management interfaces.

  12. Understand the PcVue HMI Workspace

    The PcVue workspace is the primary environment within the PcVue desktop application used to develop user interface windows and symbols. It supports development for desktop clients as well as non-desktop clients such as WebVue and SnapVue. The workspace main menu provides direct access to three core configuration tools: Application Explorer, Application Architect, and Smart Generators.