A configuration requirement for deployments to Windows 8 computers.
Some Autodesk products require Microsoft DirectX, which, in turn, requires the Microsoft .NET Framework. But Windows 8/8.1 has enforced restrictions on installing .NET 3.5 and earlier versions from local media. Therefore, Autodesk products require Internet access so that Windows updates can install or enable the .NET Framework.
If the Autodesk installer is unable to install .NET 3.5 or an earlier version on Windows 8/8.1, the following message appears:
An Internet connection is required to install a Windows component. Please connect and re-launch the installer.
The .NET installation is prevented by any of the following conditions:
- An Internet connection is not available during installation.
- The computer is configured to use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) instead of Windows Update.
- The Windows 8/8.1 update for Microsoft Security Advisory ( 2749655) is not installed.
If any of these conditions cannot be resolved, then the System Administrator or user must manually enable .NET 3.5 on each Windows 8/8.1 computer before running the Autodesk installer.
To manually enable .NET 3.5 on a Windows 8/8.1 computer
- Right-click Start screen
All Apps Control Panel Programs Turn Windows Featurs On or Off. - In the feature list, select Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5, ensuing that a check mark is visible for this feature.
- Click OK.
For more information, see the following MSDN article.