Always download the "Prerequisite Installer" package (separate from the main app ISO). Bentley distributes a bundle named Bentley_Download_Manager_Prerequisites.exe . Running this before your main application installer will elevate 95% of common failures and save hours of troubleshooting. Note: Bentley product version numbers are hierarchical. 08.11.07.03 = major 8, minor 11, release 07, patch 03. Always verify your specific minor version, as prerequisites may shift slightly between 08.11.07.03 and 08.11.09.xx.
Target Version: SELECTseries 4 (08.11.07.03) Applicable Products: MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenBuildings Designer, OpenRail Designer, Navigator, and other CONNECT Edition applications. Introduction Bentley Systems’ CONNECT Edition applications (version 08.11.07.03, often abbreviated as V8 11.07.03) represent a significant leap in infrastructure design software. However, unlike standard office software, Bentley applications are resource-intensive and rely on a complex ecosystem of dependencies. Note: Bentley product version numbers are hierarchical
Skipping just one prerequisite (like the correct .NET version or allowing WebView2 to install) will result in cryptic errors or invisible UI elements. Target Version: SELECTseries 4 (08