Installing FileMaker Pro in Windows

For late-breaking information and release notes about FileMaker Pro, see the Knowledge Base.

Before you install

• Exit other open programs and save your work.

• Check that your computer meets the system requirements and has the required Windows updates installed. See FileMaker platform technical specifications.

• FileMaker Pro installs required Microsoft software components if they're not already installed. The Microsoft installers require internet access to download the necessary files. Therefore, on some computers, installing FileMaker Pro may require an internet connection.

• To install FileMaker Pro, you must have Windows administrator privileges and use an administrator account and password.

• If your computer is running virus protection software, turn it off before you install FileMaker Pro, and then turn it back on afterward.

• During installation, you can choose whether to install all program features (complete) or portions of the program (custom). For example, you may choose not to install certain features in order to save disk space.

• A complete install installs FileMaker Pro in the language version you choose at the start of installation. You can install additional language versions by choosing a custom install, then selecting other language packs from the list of supported languages.

• You can also install FileMaker Pro by using the command line and remotely using a networked volume. See FileMaker Pro Network Install Setup Guide.