Right-click your setup file (usually Setup.exe or Install.exe ) and select Run as Administrator .
The default path is C:\Program Files (x86)\Wonderware\ . Change this only if your C: drive is small. in custom paths. wonderware intouch installation guide
Turn your AV back on, but add these process exclusions: Right-click your setup file (usually Setup
This guide is current as of 2025 for AVEVA InTouch (formerly Wonderware). Always check the release notes for your specific version. in custom paths
| Error Message / Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Pre-existing SQL instance conflict. | Uninstall existing SQL Express instances or install InTouch on a clean VM. | | "Failed to register components" | Antivirus blocking registry write. | Disable AV, run setup.exe as Administrator. | | "Licenses not found" on launch | License Manager not configured. | Open License Manager and ensure the license key is valid and plugged in. | | Install hangs at "Installing SQL" | Slow machine or pending Windows Updates. | Check Task Manager; if not progressing, restart and ensure no Windows Updates are pending in the background. | | 64-bit Office conflict | DA components fail to register. | Uninstall 64-bit Office, run InTouch install repair, install 32-bit Office. |
