> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.enercalc.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.enercalc.com/sel-installation-activation/installation/installation-overview2.md).

# Install ENERCALC SEL

How to download and install ENERCALC SEL on each computer that runs the software.

## Install ENERCALC SEL

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**NOTE:** You don't need to install ENERCALC SEL to access the cloud version.
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Install ENERCALC SEL locally on every computer that runs the software. Don't install it on one computer and run it from another computer through a shortcut. The software won't run correctly in that configuration.

You can install ENERCALC SEL on any computer where you might use it. However, you must activate the software on the computer where you use it.

You can move an activated seat between computers through Internet Activation. An internet connection is required only while activating or deactivating.

### Download the installer

<a href="https://install.enercalc.com/ECSEL20_SETUP.EXE" class="button primary" data-icon="download">Download the ENERCALC SEL installer</a>

The link always provides the most recent software build. Download a new installer when you install the software, because builds are updated regularly.

The installer requests your Product Control Code (PCC). Find this long character string in the latest email from ENERCALC.

Your PCC contains your license details. These include the license holder and the subscription or Maintenance & Support Plan expiration date.

### Install the software

Start the downloaded installer, then follow these steps.

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#### Accept the license agreement

The installer asks you to review and accept the ENERCALC License Agreement. Select **I accept the agreement**, then select **Next**:

<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FmJ5AefHRxZJCdpTQZB1H%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=13fd47d8-6d07-49f5-9b98-7ba347e71e0e" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer license agreement with an I Accept option"><figcaption><p>Accept the license agreement to continue.</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### Choose the program location

Next, choose the drive and folder for the program files. The standard Windows location appears by default (`C:\Program Files (x86)\ENERCALC_20`), and we recommend that you keep it.

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**WARNING:** Install program files on the local computer. A remote drive can prevent ENERCALC SEL from running correctly.
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<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FUmu8VWO9cTD1oM3HT5Oi%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=e19868cf-bef1-44c1-aaff-bb5631b73e2a" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer screen for choosing the program-files folder"><figcaption><p>Choose the local folder for ENERCALC SEL program files.</p></figcaption></figure>

Select **Next.**
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#### Choose the database location

Next, choose the drive and folder for shared databases, including material and section databases. The standard Windows location appears by default (`C:\Users\Public\Documents\ENERCALC Common Data Files`), and we recommend that you keep it.

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**WARNING:** Install database files on the local computer. A remote drive can prevent ENERCALC SEL from running correctly.

Windows may default to a OneDrive location. We recommend avoiding folders that are replicated by systems such as Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, Box, Egnyte, SugarSync, IDrive, Sharepoint, etc.
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<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FXwMvDD8gBIgAs2ccE7eZ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=6eee6785-1ae7-4b7a-ae10-dd24f0d939de" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer screen for choosing the shared-databases folder"><figcaption><p>Choose the local folder for shared databases.</p></figcaption></figure>

Select **Next.**
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#### Choose the user data location

Next, choose the default drive and folder for user data files.

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**WARNING:** You can customize this location, but we generally recommend avoiding folders that are replicated by systems such as Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, Box, Egnyte, SugarSync, IDrive, Sharepoint, etc.
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<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FakMj6xkPhPc2vGUpYaaQ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=171f490b-00c6-4ba7-bf6a-b801d8495ebd" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer screen for choosing the user-data folder"><figcaption><p>Choose where ENERCALC SEL saves user data files.</p></figcaption></figure>

Select **Next.**
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#### Name the Start menu group

Next, name the Start menu program group that contains links to the software. We recommend that you keep the suggested name. Select **Next**:

<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FvRvooWMjxpIAa4yLzqhQ%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=cc19058d-ef4f-4ebc-ac22-aad439562485" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer screen for naming the Start menu group"><figcaption><p>Choose the Windows Start menu group for ENERCALC SEL.</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### Create a desktop shortcut

Choose whether to create a desktop shortcut for ENERCALC SEL. This step is optional. Select **Next**.

<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FH7WoX0sbCehkp4898aVn%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=9b1eb2d4-e63b-4255-93e6-e64183e368d3" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer screen with an option to create a desktop shortcut"><figcaption><p>Choose whether to create a desktop shortcut.</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### Confirm the installation settings

Before the installer copies files, it displays a summary of your selections. Review the settings, then select **Install**:

<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FpHHW42VqwT9jNNat15Sj%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=ef298683-8268-4e52-b733-6ba60d2931fc" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer summary screen showing the selected installation settings"><figcaption><p>Review the installation settings before selecting Install.</p></figcaption></figure>
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#### Finish installation

The installer copies the program files. When the completion screen appears, select **Finish**:

<figure><img src="https://3887844556-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F69DEk6rAGnwtJoSDtHQD%2Fuploads%2FeVB7vXtfPaXTfdF47Lqd%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=839ca26b-eaf6-4ca0-a5ed-4b00aff64866" alt="ENERCALC SEL installer completion screen with a Finish button"><figcaption><p>The completion screen confirms that installation is complete.</p></figcaption></figure>
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Installation is complete. Activate ENERCALC SEL before you use it on this computer.


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