Please review the download instructions at the bottom of this page, then click on the product name to download the executable install file.
If you have problems, see the Troubleshooting section.
Evaluation software
Bentley Architecture V8 XM Edition
version 08.09.04.33 - file size 158 MB - Product home page
Bentley Structural V8 XM Edition
version 08.09.04.39 - file size 160 MB - Product home page
Bentley Building Mechanical Systems V8 XM Edition
version 08.09.04.45 - file size 190 MB - Product home page
Bentley Building Electrical Systems V8 XM Edition
version 08.09.04.10 - file size 140 MB - Product home page
Prerequisites
MicroStation V8 XM Edition
version 08.09.04.51 - file size 185 MB
MicroStation V8 XM Edition Software Prerequisite Pack
version 08.09.04.01 - file size 154 MB (please see important note)
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Download instructions
The downloaded software will be delivered in separate executable install files (.exe). MicroStation V8 must be installed on your computer before any of the building applications can be installed. If you have multiple applications, they can be installed in any order after MicroStation V8. To begin the installation process, choose "Run" from the Windows Start Menu and key in or browse to the location of the installation files on your computer. Select "OK" to begin. The Install Wizard will lead you through the installation process. By default the Bentley Download Manager places downloaded files in C:\Program Files\Bentley\downloads.
Troubleshooting
If you experience an error when attempting to download files via this screen, it may be caused by:
- A security setting that is too restrictive
- The existence of pop-up blocking software
To remedy this, please ensure that:
- Pop-up blocking software is disabled
- Your Internet Explorer Security Settings are set as follows:
- Enable components signed with Authenticode
- Prompt when Downloading signed ActiveX controls
- Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins
- Script ActiveX Controls marked as safe for scripting
- Enable file downloads
- Active Scripting Enable
NOTE: These are the default custom security settings for Internet Explorer.
Once you have disabled any pop-up blocking software, simply return to the previous page to try again.