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AutoCAD Based Installation (Ribbon/Toolbar/Location)

Description:

When trying to install HydraCAD, you get an error;

HydraCAD Version 58 must be installed on this computer before running this update.  Please download and install the full install of v58.



Solutions:

Cause:

The end user is trying to install an UPDATE but hasn't installed the actual INSTALL of HydraCAD to the computer yet.

Solution:

Cancel the installation of the UPDATE, go back to Sharefile and make sure to download the .ZIP file with the word INSTALL in it.

example filename;

HydraCAD V58.01 Rev5 Install (Build 12.26.24.1).zip


1. After you download the file, right-click it and select EXTRACT ALL

2. DO NOT change the name of the folder that gets created and let it extract to your Downloads folder.

3. Go to the new folder then find the application file called SETUP or SETUP.EXE and run it.  

Updated: April 18, 2025, 4:41 p.m. Created: April 18, 2025, 4:41 p.m.