Downloading and Installing Nucleo
Downloading & Installing Nucleo
IMPORTANT: If you are upgrading from an older version of Nucleo:
- Follow the separate Knowledge Base instructions on how to update your license first with the latest major version's password.
- You will need Administrator rights to perform this.
- If you use a floating-license for accessing Nucleo, ensure the license server is updated with the latest major version's password.
- This will require IT assistance.
- If you use a floating-license for accessing Nucleo, ensure the license server is updated with the latest major version's password.
- This will require IT assistance.
- If this is not performed, you may see "Missing Security Device" message upon starting the application.
You can also use the link below to access the download from our website. Be sure to select the red underlined file for download. All files necessary for the base installation are included.
Website - Nucleo Downloads
Click on the Step 1 and Step 2 Buttons to download the the required software.
2) unzip both downloaded files to separate temporary folders.
Solidcut download will contain the below files
Nucleo Download with contain the below files
3) Starting with the Solidcut Cad Download Right-click and "Run As Administrator" the SETUP_20??.EXE in the same folder (it will have a numeric extension where the question marks are). This will install the SolidCut CAD module that Nucleo is built upon.
4) Agree to the License Agreement, and choose the default options for the dongle style, installation path, etc. Check the option to run the Online Update at the end of the installation.
5) Install all options available in the setup options.
6) Next install the Nucleo Build that you downloaded above.
Once installed you will see the Nucleo both in your Programs list and on the desktop. You will have an icon for each build that you have installed.
The current Release as of March 25 2026 is V2025Q1-225
This allows you to run and maintain different Nucleo versions within the same core SolidCut CAD environment.
7) After completion, it should be ready to use (assuming the licensing installation requirements have been completed).
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