| Part 2: Downloading and Installing FCCS > Downloading and Installing FCCS | |
Downloading and Installing FCCSFCCS will run on many different operating systems, including Linux, Macintosh, and Windows. To run FCCS, your computer must have a current version of Java Virtual Machine (version 1.6 or greater) already installed. Because many computers already have this installed, it is probably easiest to install FCCS first. If FCCS does not open, your computer probably needs a Java update. Administrative Privileges FCCS installation for Microsoft Windows operating systems Instructions for Vista users Instructions for other operating systems (Linux, Macinstosh) Java installation instructions (if needed) Contact information Administrative PrivilegesIf you do not already have administrative privileges on your computer, you must obtain them before installing FCCS. To check if you have administrative privileges, double-click on the time at the bottom right of your desktop. If you are allowed to change the date and time on your computer, you already have administrative privileges. If you do not, please contact your administrator for assistance.FCCS Installation for Microsoft Windows Operating SystemsStep 1. Download (save) the file fccs21_setup.msi to your computer. Remember where you put it. Step 2. Double-click on the self-extracting file fccs21_setup.msi you've saved to your computer (above) to launch the installation. Step 3. Change the installation path to c:\fccs (note that a forward slash will not work).
Step 4. Click Next to continue with the installation. The installer will create an FCCS icon for your desktop. Step 5. To open FCCS, double-click the FCCS icon. Depending on your computer's processing speed, the program may take a few moments to load. If the program does not open, please see instructions for upgrading your computer's version of Java Virtual Machine (below) FCCS Use for Microsoft Vista UsersVista users will find it necessary to run FCCS 2.1 as an administrator, to increase your permissions, or to run in Compatibility Mode with an earlier version of Windows. Right-click on the FCCS icon and open the "Properties" tab to access these options. FCCS Installation for Other Operating SystemsStep 1. Unzip the file fccs21_setup.zip to a destination of your choosing (e.g., c:\fccs). Step 2. Open your file managers and migrate to the FCCS folder. Step 3. Double-click the fccs.bat file to open the FCCS. Depending on your computer's processing speed, the program may take a few moments to load. The FCCS will open two window: a Welcome screen and a Command window. Closing the Command window will close the application. Java Installation (If Needed)The FCCS needs the free software called Java to run. If FCCS does not open, you probably need to install Java Virtual Machine (version 1.6 or greater. Administrative privileges are necessary for this installation. If FCCS does not open, you probably need to install Java Virtual Machine (version 1.6 or greater). Step 1. To verify you have administrative privileges, double-click the time on the toolbar in the lower right corner of your screen. If you have administrative privileges, you can change the date and time on your computer. If you do not have administrative privileges, please contact your system administrator for assistance. Step 2. Go to http://www.java.com and click the Free Java Download button. Step 3. You will be asked if you accept the "Terms of Use." Click Continue. Once the installation is complete, try reopening FCCS. Step 4. If there is a different problem with your installation please contact FCCS Tech Support (pnw_fccshelp@fs.fed.us) for help diagnosing the problem. Susan Prichard (509) 996-2408; sprich@u.washington.edu Ellen Eberhardt (541) 750-7481; eeberhardt@fs.fed.us Roger Ottmar (206) 732-7826; rottmar@fs.fed.us |
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