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title: Windows Installation
slug: zixi-broadcaster-v18/windows-installation
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createdAt: 2024-12-20T19:06:53.763Z
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The following installation assumes that you have physically installed the ASI card in the machine.

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For Windows systems you only need the driver. It is not necessary to install the DekTec SDK.
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**To install the DekTec ASI card on Windows:**

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Download the latest driver for your product , from the Windows section of the [Downloads - Drivers and SDKs](https://www.dektec.com/downloads/SDK/#winsdk) page.
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Extract the ZIP file and run the .exe file.
The installation wizard opens.

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Verify that your card is supported for this driver, then click **Next** and proceed through the installation process.
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