Start MicroStation with Administrator privileges from a logged in "normal" user.

Background

In Windows 7 and 8 processes and applications are by default initiated as "normal user" rather than with "administrator rights" even if the logged in user starting this processes has "Administrator" privileges.

Windows essentially keeps you running as a common user even while on an Administrator account.

A user need to explicitly tell Windows to run a process or application with "Administrator Rights".

Steps to Accomplish

Option 1 - Start MicroStation "As Administrator" Once (or Manually)

1. Right click on MicroStation's shortcut

2. Select "Run As Administrator" from the context menu as shown in the picture below

Option 2 - Always Run As Administrator

1. Right click on MicroStation's shortcut

2. Select the "Compatibility" tab 

3. Tick "Run As Administrator" as shown in the picture below

4. Click "Apply" then "Ok"

Option 3 - Manually Run As Administrator from Windows 8 and 8.1 Metro Interface

1. In Metro home or in "All Apps" screen, locate the MicroStation's shortcut 

2. Right Click on MicroStation (or other App) in the search results or App list

 For Windows 8: 

3. Select "Run As Administrator" from the bottom bar as shown in the picture below

See Also

Troubleshooting installation and activation issues.

Troubleshooting Installation and Activation Issues in High Security Environments

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