How to install D5 Render?
Download and Installation
The latest version can be downloaded from the official website, or directly by clicking the link below.
The default installation directory for the D5 Render is on the C drive, and user-selected custom installation directories are supported. D5 Launcher is not supported to change installation directory.
The downloaded file is named D5DeployTool; double-click it to install. D5 Launcher is ticked by default and must be installed; D5 Render can be installed optionally.
D5Launcher-windows-x.x.x.xxxx.exe: Used for the unified management of D5 Render, potential future products, and project files.
D5_Render_installer-x.xx.xx.xxxx.exe: The D5 Render client.
D5DeployTool-windows-x.x.x.xxxx.exe: The installation management tool.
By default, the software will download assets in the installation path, and after the installation is complete, it supports migrating assets to a custom directory in the Preferences. If you do not want to migrate assets, it is recommended to reserve a larger installation space.
Hardware Check
After the software is installed and launched for the first time, we will perform a hardware check to ensure that your hardware and system configuration are up to standard for a smooth rendering experience.
View System Requirement
Silent Installation (CMD Installation)
1. Download installation files:
Download all files required for silent installation and place them in the same folder.
Download link:
Option 1: Download files together- D5 Deployment Kit (A zip file containing D5 Launcher, D5 Render and D5DeployTool)
Option 2: Download them separately- D5 Launcher, D5 Render and D5DeployTool
What are they for?
D5Launcher-windows-x.x.x.xxxx.exe: Used for the unified management of D5 Render, potential future products, and project files. (Required)
D5_Render_installer-x.xx.xx.xxxx.exe: The D5 Render client. (Required)
D5DeployTool-windows-x.x.x.xxxx.exe: The installation management tool.
Note:
If you also need to install DCC LiveSync plugins suited to your workflow, please visit the official website to download the corresponding plugins and follow the instructions in Section 2.4 to install them.
2. Silent Installation:
2.1 Command Line Arguments
--agreeEula=true
Agrees to the End User License Agreement (EULA).
--launcherPath="path"
Replace path with the file path of D5Launcher.exe
--renderPath="path"
Replace path with the file path of D5Render.exe.
--installPath="path"
Replace path with the custom installation path for D5 Render. (Note: Custom path is not supported for D5 Launcher).
--pluginPath="path"
Replace path with the file path of the D5 DCC LiveSync plugin installer (see Section 2.4).
--logDirPath="path"
Replace path with the custom output path for installation logs. If not specified, the default is %TEMP%/D5Deploy/.
--isForCurrentUser=true/false
Specifies whether to install for the current user only. Defaults to true if not specified.
--workspacePath="path"
Replace path with the custom D5 Workspace path.
(The "Workspace" function supports setting the storage location for all online library assets, local library assets, custom HDR/LUT/IES files, and some temporary files).
If not specified, a "D5 Workspace" folder will be created by default on the drive with the most available space. During an overwrite installation, the existing workspace path will be used.
--useCid=true/false
Specifies whether to use CID. Defaults to false if not specified.
Please note that useCid is only used for resolving specific problems. If a device is used by multiple users, please set useCid=true.
--configPath="path"
Replace path with the file path of the .ini configuration file to execute the installation based on its content (see Section 2.5).
2.2 Start Installation
Run Command Prompt (cmd) as Administrator.
Enter the full path of the deployment tool followed by all required and optional arguments to initiate the installation (ensure all arguments are separated by spaces):
"X:\...\D5DeployTool-windows-x.x.x.xxx.exe" [arguments]
Note: Replace
X:\...\with the actual directory path where you downloaded the D5 DeploymentTool in Section 1, and replaceD5DeployTool-windows-x.x.x.xxx.exewith the actual filename of the deployment tool (filenames may vary by version).
2.3 Example 1: Install D5 Launcher and D5 Render Only
Enter the following command in the Command Prompt to install D5 Launcher and D5 Render. (Replace the paths, filenames, and secret key with your actual data).
Install D5 Launcher and D5 Render Only ↓
2.4 Example 2: Install D5 Launcher, D5 Render, and DCC LiveSync Plugins
To install DCC LiveSync plugins (such as SketchUp, Revit, or Rhino plugins) simultaneously, please first download the corresponding plugin installers from the Workflow page on the official D5 Render website.
Enter the following command in the Command Prompt to install D5 Launcher, D5 Render, and the selected plugins. Multiple plugins can be installed at once. (Replace the paths, filenames, and secret key with your actual data).
Install D5 Launcher, D5 Render, and DCC LiveSync Plugins ↓
2.5 Example 3: Install Using an .ini Configuration File
The tool supports .ini configuration files, allowing you to store all parameters in a single file for deployment.
Example of .ini ↓
Enter the following command in the Command Prompt to install using the configuration file: (Replace the path and filename with your actual data).
Note:
In the config.ini file above, you must use two backslashes: \\
Install Using an .ini Configuration File ↓
3. Batch Installation
You can use your preferred batch deployment tool to execute the mass installation using the commands described above. If you require assistance, please contact our sales team.
Silent Update
To upgrade, simply download the newer installer and run the silent installation command using the same installation directory as before, but omit the -workspacePath parameter. This will perform an in-place upgrade. Example:
Note:
Please replace D5_Render_installer-2.x.x.xxxx.exe with the name of the software programme which corresponds to the update downloaded.
Silent Uninstallation
To uninstall D5 Render silently, use the following command:
Note:
(1) Ensure that you have downloaded the appropriate version of D5 Render (e.g., v2.9.5 or higher).
(2) Note: On Windows, backslashes \ in command-line arguments are treated as escape characters. Handle this by enclosing file paths in double quotes and using / instead of \ . For example, "C:/Program Files/D5 Render".
(3) If using the parameter "-isForCurrentUser=false" to install for all users, you must run the script or command as an administrator; otherwise, the installation may fail.
(4) Before actual deployment, run a silent installation in a test environment to ensure it executes correctly.
(5) Remember to back up user configurations and settings to avoid data loss during installation or uninstallation.
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