NIVOMAX Viewer Installation Guide – for versions 3.4.x or less
Last Updated on January 9, 2025 | 5 min read
Advisory: Users installing the NIVOMAX Viewer v3.4.1 should consult the NIVOMAX Viewer Installation Guide Addendum for v3.4.1 prior to continuing.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to install the NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition on your system.
Prerequisites
- Ensure you have administrative rights on your computer.
- Verify that your system meets the minimum requirements.
- SYNAXIOM does not distribute NIVOMAX Viewer applications to end users. Please obtain your copy of the NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition through your ePubs supplier’s Self-Serve Portal Page, which will appear on your ePub Supplier’s NIVOMAX Fact Sheet. If you need the fact sheet or help identifying your supplier, contact us and we will be glad to assist.
Downloading the Setup File
- Download Setup:
- Download the latest NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition setup file from the Self Serve Portal >> Downloads & Activation Page.
- Locate Setup File:
- NIVOMAX Desktop Edition: NIVOMAX-VIEWER-DESKTOP-WIN-X64-V3.4.2-{Build_ID}.exe
- NIVOMAX Network Edition – Data Server: NIVOMAX-NET-DATA-SERVER-WINx64-V3.4.2-{Build_ID}.exe
- NIVOMAX Network Edition – Client Viewer: NIVOMAX-NET-CLIENT-VIEWERWIN-x64-V3.4.2-{Build_ID}.exe
Running the Setup File
- Run as Administrator: Right-click the setup file and select Run as administrator.
- User Account Control: When the ‘User Account Control’ window appears, click Yes to allow the InstallAnywhere installer to start the installation process.
- Extract Application Files: Installer will begin to extract the necessary files. Click the Cancel button if you wish to stop the process.
Start Installation
- Introduction Screen: The introduction screen provides general information. Click Next to proceed or Cancel to exit the installation.
- End User Agreement (EUA): Read the EUA, scroll to the bottom, and check I accept the terms of the License Agreement to proceed. Options to Cancel or go to the Previous screen are available.
- Choose Install Folder:
- Default folder for NIVOMAX Desktop Edition:
C:\Program Files\NIVOMAX Desktop Viewer - Default folder for NIVOMAX Network Edition – Data Server:
C:\Program Files\NIVOMAX Data Server - Default folder for NIVOMAX Network Edition – Client Viewer:
C:\Program Files\NIVOMAX Client Viewer - To choose a custom location, click Choose, select a folder, or click Restore Default Folder to revert.
Tip: You can select a USB drive or an external storage device if there is not enough space on the local disk to store your Data Libraries. Using a USB-based external storage may negatively affect performance as it is less performant than a local disk.
Warning !
If the NIVOMAX apps are run by a Windows user without the correct permissions:
- Custom Location: The chosen folder for the Data Store must be empty. Any existing files/folders will be removed during installation.
- External Drives: Windows may not always assign the same drive letter to the USB drive each time it is connected. This can result in NIVOMAX being unable to locate the Data Store on the USB drive.
- Default folder for NIVOMAX Desktop Edition:
- Choose Shortcut Folder: Select where to create the shortcut. Options include a new program group, the Start Menu, Desktop, Quick Launch Bar, a custom location, or opting not to create icons.
- Pre-Installation Summary: Review the installation summary. You can cancel, go back, or click Install to begin the installation process.
- Installation Progress: A progress window will show the installation status. The next window will load upon completion.
- Choose Library Location: Select a location to store downloaded and unzipped libraries. Options are like Step 3 (Choose Install Folder).
Network Settings
Available only on Network Edition – Client ViewerAvailable only on Network Edition – Client Viewer
- NIVOMAX Network Edition, Client Viewer Name: Enter a unique name for this Client Viewer. This name and the Device ID will be used for identification on the NIVOMAX Data Server – Client Manager interface.
Available only on Network Edition – Data Server / Client Viewer
- NIVOMAX Network Edition, Client Viewer Name:
- Host: Enter the IP address of the NIVOMAX Data Server.
- If installing the Data Server, use the computer’s IP address
- If installing the Client Viewer, enter the Data Server’s IP address.
- Port: Enter the port number the NIVOMAX Data Server is listening on or use the default port 3000. Ensure this port is open and accessible for the Client Viewer.
- Host: Enter the IP address of the NIVOMAX Data Server.
Available only on Network Edition – Data Server and Desktop Edition
- Internet Proxy Server Settings: Choose the proxy server settings (use system settings or manual settings with IP Address and Port).
Finalize Installation
- Launch NIVOMAX Viewer: Choose the proxy server settings (use system settings or manual settings with IP Address and Port).
- Install Complete: Choose the proxy server settings (use system settings or manual settings with IP Address and Port).
Launching the NIVOMAX Viewer
Note: The process for launching the Network Edition Data Server and Client Viewer is the same as described above for the Desktop Edition. Based on the application you have installed, click the appropriate button or icon to launch it.
- Accessing NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition:
- Option 1: Double-Click on the ‘NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition Icon’ Desktop shortcut icon.
- Option 2: Click the Windows Start button and begin to type NIVOMAX, Windows will suggest the application to run.
- Option 3: Click the Windows Start button, scroll down to the – N – section and Click on the ‘NIVOMAX Viewer Desktop Edition Icon’.