Wonderware InTouch, now branded under (formerly AVEVA InTouch HMI), is a leading Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and SCADA visualization software. Proper installation is critical for system stability, data integrity, and communication with industrial controllers. This paper provides a step-by-step methodology for a successful deployment.
64-bit Windows (Windows 10, 11, or Windows Server for larger installations).
Installs both Application Manager (InTouch WindowMaker) and the execution engine (InTouch WindowViewer). Choose this for engineering stations. wonderware intouch installation guide
: For advanced data logging, a full version of SQL Server may be required. Installation Steps Install InTouch HMI - AVEVA™ Documentation
Navigate to . Select Activate License . Use the activation code and password provided by AVEVA. 64-bit Windows (Windows 10, 11, or Windows Server
Rule: This username and password across all Wonderware nodes on your network to allow proper inter-node communication. Step 5: System Verification and File Copy
You must use a local administrator account. Avoid using a domain account during installation to prevent permission blocks. : For advanced data logging, a full version
Install all pending Windows updates and restart the machine before proceeding. Required Windows Features
Which of Wonderware InTouch are you installing (e.g., 2020 R2, 2023)?
Before running the installer, ensure your physical machine or Virtual Machine (VM) complies with standard architecture specifications. Failure to configure prerequisites beforehand is the leading cause of installation crashes. Hardware Requirements Sizing depends entirely on your total system I/O tag count. Hardware Component Small System (1 – 25K I/O Tags) Medium to Large System (>25K I/O Tags) Minimum 2 Cores (Higher GHz preferred over core count) 4 Cores or greater RAM ≥is greater than or equal to ≥is greater than or equal to 8 GB to 16 GB Storage Type SSD (Mandatory for high performance) Solid-State Drives (SSD) in RAID configuration Available Disk Space ≥is greater than or equal to 100 GB available space ≥is greater than or equal to 500 GB available space Network Interface 100 Mbps Ethernet adapter 1 Gbps backward-compatible adapter Software & Operating System Matrix
Run the Configuration Wizard (often launched automatically) to configure the InTouch Node Type (Standalone, Network Application, etc.).