Prerequisites

Before using the Diagrams application, you should be familiar with:

• Database principles, such as MDBs, sessions, DB elements, attributes, and references.

• Command line usage.

• Handling of the Application framework GUI, with docking windows.

• General Microsoft Visio knowledge.

• The main principles of using Catalogues and Specifications. Refer to the Catalogs and Specifications for further information.

  Note: These functions are relevant for the usage of the Diagrams application, but are outside the scope for this manual.

You must have the following before you install or use AVEVA Diagrams 14.3:

• Install AVEVA Licensing System 4.1 or later and apply the appropriate license file.

• Test AVEVA Diagrams using CONNECT SDK version 33.0.6.

• Install all required third-party products listed for AVEVA Diagrams 14.3.

  • Install the .NET Framework 4.8 Runtime.

  • Install Microsoft DirectX 12.

  • Install Visio Standard 2024 (32-bit LTSC). For more information, see Install Office 365 and Visio 2024 (32-bit).

  • See Compatibility for compatibility-related information.