Cubit Estimating Standalone Installation Guide

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing and configuring Cubit Estimating as a Standalone user.

Table of Contents:

• Before You Begin
• Installation
• Activating and Connecting Cubit Estimating
• Database Backup Configuration
• Troubleshooting
   

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Before You Begin

To ensure a smooth installation, please verify the following prerequisites:

• Administrative Privileges: You must have administrator rights on the machine.
• Use Provided Installers: Only use the installer files sent to you via email. Using other versions of the software may make you ineligible for a standard update, potentially resulting in additional costs.
• Licence Key: Have your Licence Key ready for activation. Ensure that your licence key is enabled for the versions of Cubit you are installing. If unsure, get in touch with support.
• Review System Requirements: Before starting, confirm that your machine meets the minimum system requirements. It is important to review these for first-time installations and also when upgrading between major versions, as requirements may change. You can find the latest system requirements here: 
  System Requirements for Cubit Estimating.
• Perform a Backup: Before proceeding, perform a full backup of any existing Cubit Estimating data. The update process is irreversible, so it is critical to verify that your backup was completed successfully before you continue with the installation.
  • How to backup your data in Cubit
  • Cubit Estimating Backup Configuration
     

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Installation

1. Double-click the CubitInstaller file to launch the installer.
2. If prompted to install Visual C++, click Install to proceed.
   
   
    
3. The installation will begin with a Welcome screen. Click Next to continue.
4. Read the Cubit Estimating Licence Agreement carefully.
5. Select I accept the terms of the licence agreement, then click Next to proceed.
6. By default, the Standalone option is selected. Click Next to continue.
   
   
    
7. When prompted to confirm the PostgreSQL installation location, click Browse if you need to choose a 
   different path. However, it is recommended to use the default location: C:\PROGRAM FILES\POSTGRESQL\16
8. Click Next to continue.
9. Choose the installation location for Cubit Estimating. While you can select any folder, it is recommended to use the default path: C:\Program Files\Buildsoft\Cubit
10. Click Next to continue.
11. The installer is now ready to begin. Click Install to start the process.
12. Once the installation is complete, a confirmation message will appear.
13. Click Finish to close the installer.

Guided Demo: 

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Activating and Connecting Cubit Estimating

1. Using your mouse, double-click your Cubit Estimating desktop icon.
2. You will be prompted to enter the following details:
   1. Name and Email of the Cubit Estimating user
   2. Company Name the licence is registered under
   3. Licence Key
      
      
       
3. Cubit Estimating will validate the licence key. Once a valid key is entered, a check mark 
   will appear, and you’ll be able to click Next to activate the licence.
4. When prompted, select Online Activation to automatically register your licence.
   1. Offline Activation is not available for Subscription licences.
   2. Ensure that the option "Set proxy" is unticked, unless specifically needed.
      
      
       
5. After registering and launching Cubit Estimating for the first time, you’ll be prompted to set your 
   localisation preferences, including:
   1. Country
   2. Measurement type
   3. Sales tax name and percentage

Guided Demo:

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Database Backup Configuration

Configuring database backups are a vital aspect of the installation process. Without it, your cubit data is at risk.

For information on how to configure, view our article on the process below:

Cubit Estimating Backup Configuration
 

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Troubleshooting

This section addresses common issues you may encounter during installation.

• Installation Error (Permissions).
  • Cubit requires permission to install the application.
  • Check in with your IT, ensuring you have the proper permissions for modifying Program Files.
• Cannot Connect 127.0.0.1
  • Failed To Establish A Connection to ‘127.0.0.1’ – Buildsoft Help Center
• Looking to migrate data from an older machine. Look here:
  • Migrating Cubit Estimating Data between computers - Standalone – Buildsoft Help Center
     

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Support

If you encounter any problems, please contact the Buildsoft Support Team.

• Create a support ticket: help.buildsoft.com.au
• Email: [e-mail]