# Installation

This guide explains how to install the AeroSim local version on Windows and prepare your machine to run simulations.

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Before starting, confirm that your system meets the hardware requirements in [Requirements](requirements.md), especially GPU compatibility with CUDA 12.x (CUDA 12.0 and CUDA 12.1 are not supported, only >=12.2).
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## Installing AeroSim (Windows)

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Keep your license key ready before installation. You can request one from an AeroSim representative.
[Contact Us](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=+5541984099034&text=Hello%20AeroSim%2C%20I%27m%20interested%20in%20a%20license%20key/)

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1. Download [AeroSim Software](http://download.aerosim.io/aerosim-solver/installer/aerosim_1.0.6.exe).
2. Double-click the downloaded `.exe` file.
3. Follow the on-screen installation steps.
4. Finish the setup and launch AeroSim.

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## Local usage

After installation, open the local analytics panel at [http://localhost:5432/analytics](http://localhost:5432/analytics) and make sure your GPU resources are enabled with the execution queue activated. This step is required before starting simulations.

If your workstation is also used for display (especially on Windows), using a dedicated display GPU can improve simulation stability and performance consistency.

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   Requirements <requirements.md>
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