• Openxxxxx Client Workspace Configuration Redeployment Stress Test

    I Folks- I am looking to see if any admins out there are doing any pre-configuration-deployment "Stress Test" (I had in mind similar to a Software Test Plan procedure) on their Client Configs prior to releasing them to projects for production work? …
  • What is the best procedure for loading a client's workspace in CONNECT?

    Just received configuration files and design information from a new client. It's been a while since I've had to handle this task. I'm early in the process, but I'm wondering the basic procedure for loading a new workspace. Not having any luck stumbling…
  • Power GEOPAK V8i - Can't Open Macro File

    In trying to setup both SCDOT and NCDOT workspaces in my Microstation GEOPAK, I've caused an issue that I can't seem to fix. When I start MS, this window opens with the mesasge "can't open macro file [C:\Program files (x86)\Bentley\PowerGEOPAK V8i (SELECTseries…
  • Configuration Variable - Edit - Amend

    I am trying to edit and amend the configuration variable MS_GUIDGNLIBLIST to reference a personal .dgnlib with a custom tool bar. However, I am unable to modify this variable as all of the options (Add new variable, modify selected variable, etc..) are…
  • RE: Dgnlib modification

    It is best practice to manage dgnlib files outside the day to day working configuration. One method is by using an administrator User Configuration file containing appropriate variables. For instance I have one that I have used in the past called NoDGNLIB…
  • [CONNECT] Determine MicroStation version in Configuration File

    Is it possible to determine the version of MicroStation using configuration file processing? In particular, I need to distinguish between CONNECT 10.04 and CONNECT 10.05. That is, I need both the major and the minor version numbers.
  • RE: [CONNECT Update 5] UNC Path in Configuration File makes Customizing Tools Read-Only

    For general information, the tools in question are those within the Customize dialog, this question does not affect the ribbon or other tools. It is being discussed in the original post linked above.
  • Silent install of Microstation V8i Series 3

    I just wanted to point out that the documentation for the deployment image (Microstation V8i Series 3) is wrong. It states that you can only change the setup to full UI or Reduced UI. I foolishly believed this for a long period of time and set out to…
  • Named Expressions (IsMdlDialogOpen)

    When using Named Expressions how can I find out a dialogs ID, example below. Looking for the "Choose Element - Element Selection" dialog ID. Session.IsMdlDialogOpen(-7, "REF")
  • How to Back Up and Restore User Preferences

    Applies To Product(s): MicroStation Version(s): 08.11.07.446 Environment: All supported Windows versions Area: Configuration Subarea: User Preferences…
  • Configuring Standard Settings for DWG Open and Save As DWG

    Applies To Product(s): MicroStation Version(s): N/A Environment: N/A Area: N/A Subarea: N/A Original Author: Rick Ruth, Bentley…