The installer is provided in the form of *.msi packages.
The first number after the package name indicates the V12 version, followed by the sub-version, followed by the service pack number and finally the build number.
applicationname_<version>.<subversion>.<servicepack>.<buildno>.msi
eCATALOGsolutions_12.9.2.241627.msi
Existing versions are regularly developed further and should be made available to you as updates as quickly as possible. Such updates always represent a complete package that usually includes updated CAD/PDM features in addition to the software.
MAJOR updates (version) = comprehensive new versionsof the CADENAS software, combined with a version change that affects the first version number (i.e. 12 for a V12).
![[Note]](https://webapi.partcommunity.com/service/help/latest/pages/en/installation/doc/images/note.png)
Note The license changes with major updates such as V11 to V12.
V12 contains fundamental changes, so in most cases it is recommended to uninstall the existing V11 version beforehand. In addition to the instructions in this chapter, please also note the instructions under Change to V12 (Consulting) in PARTsolutions Administration - Manual .
In addition to the instructions in this chapter, please also note the instructions under Change to V12 (Consulting) in PARTsolutions Administration - Manual .