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PV EliteUser's Guide

Version 2013 (V15)

November 13, 2012

DICAS-PE-200108D

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ContentsWhat's New in PV Elite and CodeCalc ..................................................................................................... 11

PV Elit e Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 13

What Distinguishes PV Elite From our Competitors? ........................................................................... 14 What Can Be Designed? ...................................................................................................................... 14

Licensing .................................................................................................................................................... 17

ESL Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 18 Install a local lock ........................................................................................................................... 18 Install a network lock ...................................................................................................................... 18

SmartPlant License Manager Installation ............................................................................................. 20 Quick Installation Workflow ............................................................................................................ 22 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ............................................................................................... 23

Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 27

Before You Begin PV Elite Installation .................................................................................................. 27 Installing PV Elite from the Product Media ........................................................................................... 28 Installing PV Elite in Silent Mode .......................................................................................................... 29 Verifying the Installed Product Program Structure ................................................................................ 30

Getting Started and Workflows ................................................................................................................ 31

Understanding the Interface .................................................................................................................. 31 Set Interface Language .................................................................................................................. 32 Input Processors ............................................................................................................................. 33 Status Bar ....................................................................................................................................... 34

Adding Details ................................................................................................................................ 34

Specifying Global Data - Loads and Design Constraints ............................................................... 35 Error Checking ................................................................................................................................ 38

Modeling Basics .................................................................................................................................... 38 Defining the Basic Vessel ............................................................................................................... 39 Building a Heat Exchanger ............................................................................................................. 40

Analysis ................................................................................................................................................. 49 Performing the Analysis.................................................................................................................. 50 Design and Analysis of Vessel Details ........................................................................................... 50 Analyzing Individual Vessel Components Details .......................................................................... 52

Output Review and Report Generation ................................................................................................. 53 Recording the Model - Plotting the Vessel Image ................................................................................. 55 DXF File Generation Option .................................................................................................................. 56

File Tab ....................................................................................................................................................... 57 Open ..................................................................................................................................................... 57 Save ...................................................................................................................................................... 58 Save As ................................................................................................................................................. 58 Import/Export ......................................................................................................................................... 58 Print Setup ............................................................................................................................................ 58 Preview/Print ......................................................................................................................................... 58

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Exit ........................................................................................................................................................ 59

Home Tab ................................................................................................................................................... 61

File Panel .............................................................................................................................................. 61 New ................................................................................................................................................. 62

Elements Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 62

Details Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 63 Add a Detail .................................................................................................................................... 64 Modify a Detail ................................................................................................................................ 65 Common Detail Parameters ........................................................................................................... 65 Stiffening Ring ................................................................................................................................ 67 Nozzle ............................................................................................................................................. 70 Weight ............................................................................................................................................ 96 Force and Moment ......................................................................................................................... 99 Platform ........................................................................................................................................ 100 Packing ......................................................................................................................................... 102 Saddle .......................................................................................................................................... 104 Tray ............................................................................................................................................... 111 Lug ................................................................................................................................................ 111 Legs .............................................................................................................................................. 115 Liquid ............................................................................................................................................ 120 Insulation ...................................................................................................................................... 123 Lining ............................................................................................................................................ 124 Halfpipe Jacket ............................................................................................................................. 125 Tubesheet ..................................................................................................................................... 128 Generic Clip .................................................................................................................................. 165 Lifting Lug Data ............................................................................................................................ 168 ASME Appendix 9 Jacket ............................................................................................................. 172 API-579 Flaw/Damage Input/Analysis .......................................................................................... 181

Input/Output Panel .............................................................................................................................. 186 Input .............................................................................................................................................. 186 Component Analysis ..................................................................................................................... 186

Review Database ......................................................................................................................... 186 Utilities Panel ...................................................................................................................................... 187 Flip Element Orientation ............................................................................................................... 188

Auxiliary Panel .................................................................................................................................... 188 Seamless Pipe Selection Dialog Box ........................................................................................... 189 List Dialog ..................................................................................................................................... 189 Setting Up the Required Parameters ........................................................................................... 190 Create Database .......................................................................................................................... 191

Analyze Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 191 Analyze ......................................................................................................................................... 191 Error Check Only .......................................................................................................................... 192 Review Reports ............................................................................................................................ 192 DXF File Generated by PV Elite During Runtime ......................................................................... 192

Units/Code Panel ................................................................................................................................ 193 Tools Tab .................................................................................................................................................. 195

Configuration ....................................................................................................................................... 196 Job Specific Setup Parameters Tab (Configuration Dialog)......................................................... 196 DXF Options Tab (Configuration Dialog)...................................................................................... 202 Set Default Values Tab (Configuration Tab) ................................................................................ 202

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Select Units ......................................................................................................................................... 203 Create / Review Units ......................................................................................................................... 203

Create a new units file .................................................................................................................. 204 Edit an existing units file ............................................................................................................... 204 Units File Dialog Box .................................................................................................................... 205 Material Database Editor .............................................................................................................. 205

Calculator ............................................................................................................................................ 218 Enter U-1 Form Information ................................................................................................................ 218 Compute Ligament Efficiencies .......................................................................................................... 218

View Tab ................................................................................................................................................... 223

3D Tab ....................................................................................................................................................... 225

3D Graphics Toolbar ........................................................................................................................... 226

Diagnostics Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 229

Esl Tab ...................................................................................................................................................... 231

Phone Update ..................................................................................................................................... 231 Enter Re-Authorization Codes ............................................................................................................ 231

Help Tab.................................................................................................................................................... 233

General Input Tab .................................................................................................................................... 235

Element Data (General Input Tab) ...................................................................................................... 236 Additional Element Data (General Input Tab) ..................................................................................... 246

Elliptical (Additional Element Data) .............................................................................................. 246 Torispherical (Additional Element Data) ....................................................................................... 247 Spherical (Additional Element Data) ............................................................................................ 247 Conical (Additional Element Data) ............................................................................................... 248 Welded Flat (Additional Element Data) ........................................................................................ 250 Body Flange (Additional Element Data) ....................................................................................... 252 Skirt (Additional Element Data) .................................................................................................... 274

References .......................................................................................................................................... 296

Report Headings (Heading Tab) ............................................................................................................. 297

Design Constrain ts Tab .......................................................................................................................... 299

Design Data (Design Constraints Tab) ............................................................................................... 299 Datum Line Options Dialog Box ................................................................................................... 305

Design Modification (Design Constraints Tab) ................................................................................... 305

Load Cases Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 307

Stress Combination Load Cases (Load Cases Tab) .......................................................................... 308 Equipment Installation and Miscellaneous Options Dialog Box ................................................... 311

Nozzle Design Options (Load Cases Tab) ......................................................................................... 313

Wind Loads (Wind Data Tab) .................................................................................................................. 315

As/Nz 1170:2002 Wind Data ............................................................................................................... 317 ASCE-93 Wind Data ........................................................................................................................... 322

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Output Processor .................................................................................................................................... 431

Customize report header .................................................................................................................... 432 Customize company name ................................................................................................................. 432 Customize the title page ..................................................................................................................... 432 Setting default fonts ............................................................................................................................ 432

Save reports to Microsoft Word .......................................................................................................... 432

Material Dialog Boxes ............................................................................................................................. 433

Material Database Dialog Box ............................................................................................................ 433 Material Properties Dialog Box ........................................................................................................... 474

Vessel Example Problems ...................................................................................................................... 485

Keyboard and Mouse Commands ......................................................................................................... 487

Appendix: PV Eli te Er ror Messages ...................................................................................................... 489

FATAL ERROR #5000 ........................................................................................................................ 491

FATAL ERROR #5001/5307 ............................................................................................................... 491

FATAL ERROR #5002 ........................................................................................................................ 491 FATAL ERROR #5003 ........................................................................................................................ 491 FATAL ERROR #5004 ........................................................................................................................ 492 FATAL ERROR #5005 ........................................................................................................................ 492 FATAL ERROR #5006 ........................................................................................................................ 492 FATAL ERROR #5007 ........................................................................................................................ 492 FATAL ERROR #5008 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5009 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5010 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5011 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5012 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5013 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5014 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5015 ........................................................................................................................ 493 FATAL ERROR #5016 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5017 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5018 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5019 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5020 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5021 ........................................................................................................................ 494 FATAL ERROR #5023 ........................................................................................................................ 495 FATAL ERROR #5024 ........................................................................................................................ 495 FATAL ERROR #5205 ........................................................................................................................ 495 FATAL ERROR #5300 ........................................................................................................................ 495 FATAL ERROR #5301 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5302 ........................................................................................................................ 496

FATAL ERROR #5303 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5304 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5305 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5306 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5308 ........................................................................................................................ 496 FATAL ERROR #5309 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5310 ........................................................................................................................ 497

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FATAL ERROR #5311 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5312 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5313 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5314 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5315 ........................................................................................................................ 497 FATAL ERROR #5316 ........................................................................................................................ 498

FATAL ERROR #5317 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5318 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5319 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5320 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5321 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5322 ........................................................................................................................ 498 FATAL ERROR #5323 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5324 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5325 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5326 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5327 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5328 ........................................................................................................................ 499 FATAL ERROR #5329 ........................................................................................................................ 499


FATAL ERROR #5343 ........................................................................................................................ 501

FATAL ERROR #5344 ........................................................................................................................ 501 FATAL ERROR #5345 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5346 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5347 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5348 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5349 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5350 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5351 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5352 ........................................................................................................................ 502 FATAL ERROR #5353 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5354 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5355 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5356 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5357 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5358 ........................................................................................................................ 503 FATAL ERROR #5359 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #5360 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #5361 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #5362 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #5363 ........................................................................................................................ 504

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FATAL ERROR #5364 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #6001 ........................................................................................................................ 504 FATAL ERROR #6002 ........................................................................................................................ 505 FATAL ERROR #6003 ........................................................................................................................ 505 FATAL ERROR #6004 ........................................................................................................................ 505 FATAL ERROR #6005 ........................................................................................................................ 505



FATAL ERROR #6032 ........................................................................................................................ 508


Glossary ................................................................................................................................................... 511

Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 513

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Below are the new features for Version 2013 (V15) of PV Elite and CodeCalc. New features andimprovements come directly from your comments as well as updates to the previous version.

Code Updates and Analysis changes: PD 5500 2012 added PD 5500 jackets and limpet coils added TEMA 9th edition added API 579 -1/ FFS-1 (2007 edition), Part 4: General Metal Loss added to PV Elite Upgrade ASME VIII, Div 1 Fatigue Analysis using Div 2 (2007, 2011a version) MDMT for UHA 51 stainless steels EN-13445: expansion joint calculations (bellows) added (2012 R1) ASME Tubesheet MDMT calculations available Differential pressures on tubes for differential pressure design A number of user requested EN-13445 enhancements have been added

Internationalization Australian/ New Zealand 2011 Wind Code update Vertical acceleration component for Indian seismic calculation Update to European Wind Code to 2011 version European Nozzle load table is now available (2012 R1) Inclusion of European shapes in structural database (2012 R1) Rounded metric defaults in basering and nozzle dialogs and tools à configuration(2012 R1) Multiple languages (French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian)

Productivity Enhancements Superseded ASME materials dating back to 1947 Sort capabilities for materials database dialog – sort by any column Zick saddle analysis now uses 95% Yield (Hydro) or 80% Yield (Pneumatic) Allowables Miscellaneous weight percentages for component details such as saddles and nozzles Template file, *.pvpt, that will change all the files in the same folder if modified

Print directly to PDF printing in all modules Multicolored output for stainless steels in the MDMT report

Output Reports Search (ctrl + F), copy (ctrl + C) and select all (ctrl + A) are available Reports that fail will be shown in red in the report menu Users can now drag and drop the order of the reports in the output menu Multicolored table for tubesheets indicating shellside and tubeside components

User Interface New updated ribbon toolbar

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Office 2010 style themes New icons Ability to change graphics driver from within PV Elite Codecalc interface updated Users can now change the elements’ colors based on material, wall thickness, temperature,

and pressure 2D and 3D views are now tabbed

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PV Elite consists of nineteen modules for the design and analysis of pressure vessels and heatexchangers, and assessment of fitness for service. The software provides the mechanicalengineer with easy-to-use, technically sound, well-documented reports. The reports containdetailed calculations and supporting comments that speed and simplify the task of vesseldesign, re-rating, or fitness for service. The popularity of PV Elite is a reflection of IntergraphCADWorx and Analysis Solutions' expertise in programming and engineering, and dedication toservice and quality.Calculations in PV Elite are based on the latest editions of national codes such as the ASMEBoiler and Pressure Vessel Code, or industry standards such as the Zick analysis method forhorizontal drums. PV Elite offers exceptional ease of use that results in dramatic improvement inefficiency for both design and re-rating.

PV Elite features include: A graphical user interface allowing you to add model data while seeing the vessel elements

as they are added. Horizontal and vertical vessels of cylinders, conical sections, and body flanges, as well as

elliptical, torispherical, hemispherical, conical, and flat heads. Saddle supports for horizontal vessels. Leg and skirt supports at any location for vertical vessels. Extensive on-line help. Dead weight calculation from vessel details such as nozzles, lugs, rings, trays, insulation,

packing, and lining.

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Wall thickness calculations for internal and external pressure according to the rules ofASME Section VIII Divisions 1 and 2, PD 5500, and EN-13445.

Stiffener ring evaluation for external pressure. Wind and seismic data using the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) standard, the

Uniform Building Code (UBC), the National (Canadian) Building Code, India standards, aswell as British, Mexican, Australian, Japanese, and European standards.

A user-defined unit system. A complete examination of vessel structural loads, combining the effects of pressure, dead

weight, and live loads in the empty, operating, and hydrotest conditions. Logic to automatically increase wall thickness to satisfy requirements for pressure and

structural loads, and introduce stiffener rings to address external pressure rules. Structural load evaluation in terms of both tensile and compressive stress ratios to the

allowable limits. Detailed analysis of nozzles, flanges, and base rings. Material libraries for all three design standards. Component libraries containing pipe diameter and wall thickness, ANSI B16.5 flange

pressure vs. temperature charts, and section properties for AISC, British, Indian, Japanese,Korean, Australian and South African structural shapes.

Thorough and complete printed analysis reports, with definable headings on each page.Comments and additions may be inserted at any point in the output.

What Distinguishes PV Elite From our Competitors?Our staff of experienced pressure vessel engineers are involved in day-to-day softwaredevelopment, software support, and training. This approach has produced software that closelyfits today's requirements of the pressure vessel industry. Data entry is simple andstraightforward through annotated input fields. PV Elite provides the widest range of modelingand analysis capabilities without becoming too complicated for simple system analysis. You cantailor PV Elite through default settings and customized databases. Comprehensive inputgraphics confirm model construction before analysis is made. The software's interactive outputprocessor presents results on the monitor for quick review or sends complete reports to a file,printer or Word document. PV Elite is an up-to-date package that not only uses standardanalysis guidelines, but also provides the latest recognized opinions for these analyses.PV Elite is a field-proven engineering analysis program and is a widely recognized product witha large customer base and an excellent support and development record.

What Can Be Designed?PV Elite can design and analyze:

General VesselsEnables users to perform wall thickness design and analysis of any vessel for realisticcombinations of pressure, deadweight, nozzle, wind and seismic loads in accordance withASME Section VIII Division 1 rules, Division 2 rules, PD 5500, and EN-13445. Thesecalculations address minimum wall thickness for pressure and allowable longitudinal stress(both tension and compression) in the vessel wall for the expected structural load combinations.

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Complete Vertical VesselsEnables users to define vessels supported by skirts, legs or lugs for complete dead load and liveload analysis. Stacked vessels with liquid are also addressed. Enables users to specifyHydrotest conditions for either vertical or horizontal test positions. Vessel MAWP includeshydrostatic head and ANSI B16.5 flange pressure limitations.

Complete Horizontal VesselsEnables stress analysis of horizontal drums on saddle supports using the method of L. P. Zick.Results include stresses at the saddles, the midpoint of the vessel and in the heads.

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PV Elite supports three types of licensing: Local External Software Lock (ESL) - Hardware-based licensing using a green USB

dongle. A local ESL can be moved between computers (such as between desktops andlaptops).

Network External Software Lock (ESL) - Hardware-based licensing using a red USBdongle. A network ESL is installed on a computer that is network accessible from thecomputer, or multiple computers, running PV Elite.

License Manager - Software-based licensing using SmartPlant License Manager (SPLM).For more information, see SmartPlant License Manager Installation (on page 20). Refer tothe SmartPlant License Manager documentation for complete installation and configurationinstructions.

External Software Lock (ESL) Keys The External Software Lock (ESL) is the security protection method used by Intergraph CAS,Inc. The software cannot execute unless an appropriate ESL (green or red USB key) isconnected locally to the computer, or to another computer in the network (red USB key).The ESL contains the PV Elite licensing data, and other client-specific information. Thisinformation includes the client company name and user ID number. Additional data may bestored on the ESL depending on the specific program and the specific client.There are two different ESL types, local and network . Both types of ESLs are intended to beattached to the USB ports of the applicable computers. The appropriate ESL(s) are shipped withyour product according to the licensing type purchase. Local ESLs provide the maximum flexibility in using the software in that they can be moved

between computers (for example, between desktops and laptops). Network ESLs must be attached to a computer on the network, either a computer or the

server. In order for the network to respond to software requests for the ESL, the NetHASPLicense Manager utility must also be running on the computer where the network ESL isattached.

The HASP drivers for ESL usage can be found in the sub-directory ASSIDRV beneath the PVElite program directory. The documentation files in this sub-directory contain instructions for avariety of networks and operating systems. Note that there are periodic updates to these ESLdrivers and they can be downloaded from the Intergraph eCustomer https://crmweb.intergraph.com website.

Do not connect two locks to the same computer. The software finds the first lock andreturns its code. For example, you have a lock for CAESAR II and CADWorx and plug both intothe same computer. You start CAESAR II, but the software might find the CADWorx lock first

and return an error. If the same computer is going to run more than one Intergraph CAS, Inc.product, then contact the Sales Department ( [email protected] (seeCADWorx Sales - mailto:[email protected] )) to request that both products belicensed from the same lock.

Licensing

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ESL InstallationThe following topics explain how to install the different hardware locks supported by PV Elite.

What do you want to do? Install a local lock (on page 18) Install a network lock (on page 18)

Install a local lock1. Open Windows Explorer.2. If you are installing CAESAR II, PV Elite, or TANK, navigate to c:\Program Files\Intergraph

CAS\Product \Assidrv and double-clickHASPUserSetup.exe .-OR-If you are installing CADWorx, navigate to c:\CADWorxVersion \Product \Assidrv anddouble-clickHaspHLDriverSetup.exe

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver.

Install a network lockThe following list details general information about red network ESLs. The red network ESL should be set up by a Network Administrator or someone who familiar

with Windows-based networks. If you are not familiar with concepts such as networkprotocols, broadcast, IP addresses, TCP, UDP, and Windows Services, please do notattempt to setup the red network ESL.

The red network ESL does not have to be attached to the network server. We recommend

attaching the red network ESL to a computer that is always up and running, can bere-booted without impact to users, and is not the primary computer for any user on thenetwork.

If you install an Intergraph CAS product on a network drive for multiple users to access,assign read/write privileges for all users to the [Product Folder] \System folder. IntergraphCAS applications write temporary files to the[Product Folder] \System folder that pertains tothe installation. The [Product Folder] \System folder also needs to have read/write privilegesfor all users.

If you are using other network protocols, such as NetBIOS or IPX, check the SafeNet website for instructions. The only protocol tested with Intergraph CAS products is TCP/IP.

The information provided in PV Elite Help file is a supplement to theNetHasp User's Guide ,which is delivered as a PDF(_NETHASP.pdf) in Assidrv folder. Review the PDF file for anyissues not addressed in the Help file.

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Notes on Network ESLsA network ESL has advantages and disadvantages. One big advantage is that many clientcomputers can access the software from a single server. Additional points for consideration arelisted below.

Depending on the number of licenses allowed by the network ESL, some users may receiveerror messages when attempting to access the software. For example, if the ESL has beenconfigured to allow four simultaneous users, an error message stating that no licenses areavailable when the fifth user attempts to access the software. Consequently, the fifth user isnot able to access the software until one of the first four users exits the software andreleases a license.

Because of the communication procedures between the client computer and the file server,memory access to the network ESL is much slower than to a local ESL. This access timedelay only occurs when the software is first started after installation.

Because there is no network specific version of the software, the software looks first for alocal ESL, and then for a network ESL. This allows both a network ESL and several localESLs to be used on the same system. This transparent ESL access procedure allows asingle version of the software to be used on the network and on remote computers.

We recommend that only 70 to 80 percent of the required licenses be assigned to a networkESL, with the remaining 20 to 30 percent assigned to local ESLs. This enables the local ESLto be moved between computers. If all of the licenses are on the network ESL, a user mustbe logged into the network to access the software. As such, a few local ESLs provide muchgreater operating flexibility.

NetHASP License Manager / NETHASP.INI Instruct ionsYou must have Administrator privileges to perform the following procedure.

1. Attach the red network hardware lock to the parallel port or USB port of the computer.2. On the computer where the hardware lock is attached, navigate to the [ Product

Folder] \Assidrv folder and double clickLmsetup.exe. Follow the on-screen instructions to

install the NetHASP License Manager as a service.3. The NetHasp License Manager starts automatically each time you re-boot the computer.This occurs because the NetHasp License Manager is set up as a start up service insideWindows XP/Vista/7. To verify that the service is running, clickStart > Control Manager > Administ rat ive Services, and then double-click Services . In the Services dialog box,locate HASP Loader in the Name list. The HASP Loader Service starts even if no one logsinto the computer.

4. Determine what protocols the NetHasp License Manager is listening to. The NetHaspLicense Manager displays a message similar to those list below:Ser ver i s l i st eni ng t o I PX : Loaded Ser ver i s l i st eni ng t o TCP/ I P : Loaded Ser ver i s l i st eni ng t o Net BI OS : Loaded

Loaded means that this protocol is active on the computer.5. Open the Ac tivity Log menu. This displays the activity log that confirms which protocols are

loaded. Do not be alarmed if the activity log reports that the NHSRV.ini file is not found.6. Use the box in the top-left corner of the activity log to display only the information specific to

each protocol. Open the activity log for the protocol you want to use, and verify that itcontains no error messages.

7. For TCP/IP protocol, the activity log should report something similar to the following:

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Ser ver I P addr ess: 111. 111. 111. 111 Ser ver Host Name: PDC_NT01

8. To speed up response time to the network key, use the Remove menu to unload anyprotocols that you are not planning to use with the NetHasp License Manager.

Modify NetHASP.ini for TCP/IP ProtocolIf you still cannot access the network ESL you need to configure this NetHASP.inifile. You must know the IP address of the computer where the red network hardware lock isattached. All lines with a semi-colon at the start are considered not used.1. Modify the NetHASP.ini file, located at in the [Product Folder] \Assidrv folder under

[NH_COMMON], as follows:a. NH_TCPI P = Enabl ed AND under [ NH_TCPI P] b. NH_SERVER_ADDR = 111. 111. 111. 111 c. NH_USE_BROADCAST = Di sabl ed

You may also have to modify other entries in the [NH_TCPIP] section depending on

your network setup. The most common entry to modify is NH_TCPIP_METHOD.2. Copy the NetHASP.ini file to the AutoCAD folder.Example: C:\Program Files\AutoCADExample: C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD

3. For CADWorx Design, copy the NetHASP.ini file to the [Product Folder] \IntergraphCAS\CADWorx Design folder.

4. Start PV Elite .

Troubleshooting Network Locks1. Verify that the NetHasp License Manager is running on the computer where the red network

ESL is attached.2. Verify the protocols that NetHasp License Manager is broadcasting. Make sure that these

protocols are installed on the client computers.3. Install and run the Monitor Utility. This file, NetHASPMonitorSetup.exe, is located in the

[Product Folder] Assidrv folder. If NetHASP Monitor cannot find the red network ESL, thenPV Elite cannot find the red network ESL.

SmartPlant License Manager InstallationBefore beginning the product installation, refer to the delivered SmartPlant License Managerreadme file for the latest product installation updates. The readme file is delivered in the toplevel product folder of the product media. Be sure you have the latest version of the SmartPlantLicense Manager software before beginning the installation. If you do not have the latest version

of the software, you can install it usinghttp://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicense (http://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicense ).SmartPlant License Manager 2010 (v11) can be upgraded to SmartPlant License

Manager 2012 (v12). Any existing license key will be invalidated after the upgrade to SmartPlantLicense Manager 2012 (v12). You will also need to generate a new computer ID and request anew key. If you upgrade the SmartPlant License Manager 2010 (v11) license computer to aSmartPlant License Manager 2012 (v12) client by mistake, you will have to un-install the

http://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicensehttp://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicensehttp://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicensehttp://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicense

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SmartPlant License Manager client and reinstall SmartPlant License Manager 2012 (v12)license computer.

Hardware ConfigurationsThe SmartPlant License Manager licensing computer software should be installed on a stable,

single node, hardware configuration (such as a simple PC), with a static IP address, becauselicense key installation and license seat usage authentication depends on the informationgathered from the physical hardware. Any automated changes that cause the hardwareinformation not to match with the information used to generate the license key will result in afailure of the authentication process.Virtual (including VMware®), shadowed, mirrored, dynamic, or distributed hardwareconfigurations cannot be used as a SmartPlant License Manager licensing computer. Thisincludes terminal (application) servers, networked and distributed storage managementsystems, and so forth. When these specialized systems occur in the user's network, theSmartPlant License Manager Server licensing computer should be installed on a separatededicated hardware configuration system. The SmartPlant License Manager licensing computershould be situated on the user's network where it can be accessed by all systems that arerunning application software that relies on the SmartPlant License Manager licensing computer

for license management.Multiple SmartPlant License Manager licensing computers can be used in the user's network aslong as each system is a unique hardware system/installation. If SmartPlant License Managerlicensing computers are cloned after the license key has been installed, then the licensemanagement will fail on the cloned system. Each SmartPlant License Manager licensingcomputer requires its own unique license key.

RAID (redundant array of independent disks) and SAN (storage area networks) are notsupported on a SmartPlant License Manager license computer.

The license computer must have the same version (or later) of SmartPlant License Managerinstalled as any client computers. In other words, you cannot use a newer version on a clientcomputer to retrieve a license from an older version of SmartPlant License Manager on thelicensing computer. The license computer must have the same version (or a newer version)installed than the clients.

You must log in as Administrator to install this software.1. Insert the Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager media. If the media does not start

automatically, double-clickSetup.exe in the root folder of the media.During SmartPlant License Manager installation automatically turns on a product

usage log file in C: \ Wi n32App\ I ngr \ SPLM\ bi n\ l oggi ngf i l eV12. t xt . You canchange this location and name of this file as it can grow to be a large file. If you stop andrestart logging, you need to define the output location.This file can grow very large and users can redefine the location and name of this file.

2. Select SmartPlant License Manager Installation .3. ClickNext on the Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for SmartPlant L icense Manager

page.4. Enter your name and company name in the User Name and Company Name fields on theCustomer Information page. Click Next.

5. On the Software License Agreement page, select your country from the list and clickDisplay to view the license agreement.

The license agreement is delivered as a PDF file.

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6. Carefully read the license agreement. Close the PDF document, and click Yes on theLicense Agreement page to accept the terms.

7. Select either License Client or License Machine.8. On the Choose Destination Location page, click Next to install SmartPlant License

Manager in the default location. If you want to install the software in another location, click

Change and select the new location.It is recommended that you install SmartPlant License Manager using a path thatcontains no spaces, such as c: \ wi n32app\ I ngr (the default path).

9. ClickInstall on the Ready to Install the Program page. A status bar displays the progressof the installation on the Status Setup page.

10. ClickFinish on the InstallShield Wizard Complete page to complete installation ofSmartPlant License Manager.

Do not delete any files that are created during installation or as a result of usingSmartPlant License Manager. Removal of any files causes the license system to fail andcan require install, repair, or possibly removal and re-install of SmartPlant License Manager.

11. Add pdl i ce. exe to both the license computer and the client computer after installing ofSPLM. You may need to remove pdl i ce. exe and re-add it if you uninstall and reinstallSPLM to upgrade SPLM from previous version to a current version. Otherwise, you mayreceive a Connection t imed out error message when you start your application. You mayalso see the same error in your scavenging log file.

Silent Mode and SmartPlant License Manager Installation

Quick Installation WorkflowUse this workflow for all products that require SmartPlant License Manager concurrent licensing.The System Administrator completes or gives guidance about most of these steps. Administratorrights are required to install and setup SmartPlant License Manager. If you need moreinformation, follow the detailed procedures in the other sections. For more information, refer to

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ),Functions of SmartPlant License Manager , andTroubleshooting and Error Messages. Please refer to the delivered SmartPlant License Manager Readme for all the latest

product installation updates.1. Designate a computer as the SmartPlant License Manager license computer. This computer

must be on the network and have a name with no spaces and a static IP address.2. Install SmartPlant License Manager on the license computer and generate a computer ID.3. Request a license key from the Intergraph Order Desk or generate a license key using

eLicense.4. ClickStart > Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager > SmartPlant

License Manager .5. ClickInstall and Remove and Install License Key commands.6. ClickLicense Machine and enter the license key you received. If the license key installs

correctly, SmartPlant License Manager software automatically closes.7. Next, install SmartPlant License Manager on each client computer.8. ClickStart > Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager > SmartPlant

License Manager .9. ClickConfigure and Test and Select License Machine for Client.

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Purchasing Licenses FAQDo I have to request a softw are upgrade from m y local of fice before requesting a license?

No, you can request licenses without upgrading the software. If you are upgrading software,you must request the upgrade before you request licenses. A license request does notinclude a software upgrade and a software upgrade does not include a license request.

See AlsoGeneral Topics FAQ (on page 24)

General Topics FAQWhat is a license machine?

The license machine is the computer where the license key is loaded; it can be a standardcomputer or a server. The license key tells the license machine how many licenses it canissue. Clients of a license machine are computers where SmartPlant License Manager isinstalled and pointing to the license machine. The computer where you start the software(for example, PDS or SmartPlant P&ID) asks the license machine for a license. If a license

is available, the license machine provides it. If all licenses are in use, the client is notgranted a license.How can I tell what version of SPLM was used in the Machine ID or license key file?

Please check the starting number in your Machine ID or license key. See the table below.Version Machine ID starts wi th License key starts with

2012 (v12) 5 32010 (v11) 6 2

2008 (v10) 7 1Do I have to have one license computer for each LAN?

No, your configuration is entirely up to you. A persistent network connection is required ifyou want to connect to a license server that belongs to a different LAN.

Can I make an educated guess at my inst allation date? Yes. Intergraph provides a key within 48 hours of receipt of your request (via mail or phone).Please ensure that the date you request is the actual date that you install the key, makingsure that all necessary software is available and loaded before that date. We request thatyou notify us as early as possible.

What happens if my li cense machine goes down? You are unable to check out licenses from this machine until it is back in use. Processesthat already have licenses checked out are not affected by the fact that the license computeris unavailable.

It is possible in critical situations to request emergency licenses from Intergraph. They areinstalled on the client computer rather than a licensing machine. Contact Intergraph Supportat 1-800-766-7701 or your local Intergraph office for more information.

What happens if the license machine is rebooted in the middle of my design session? Nothing. Licensing does not depend on maintaining a continuous communication link to thelicense computer.

What happens if my local computer goes down after I've obtained a license?

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If the scavenger cannot contact the client computer during scavenging, the license ismarked for a 16-hour hold before it is released. The scavenger periodically advances this16-hour timer for each license. It is important to schedule the scavenger to run regularly, atleast every hour or two. If the client is in contact sooner, the hold is voided and normalscavenging takes over.

I am running ou t of l icenses earlier than I believe I should be. How can I troubleshoot tounderstand what is happening?

Have your users click Scavenge for Keys on the Scavenge Options dialog box or you cantype pdlice -n in a Command Prompt window.If you think that client nodes are improperly holding onto licenses, examine the results of thepdlice -M command. This shows you which client nodes have licenses checked out. If aclient computer has no plant design-related activity and it is still holding licenses, rebootingthat client and then scavenging from the license computer may free some licenses.If possible, find out what was processing when the job stopped. This information can helpyou and/or Intergraph determine the underlying cause of the termination. Save the output ofany scavenging process that returns a license. This information provides the reasons whythe license was returned. The output of the scavenger includes the following information:nodename, product tag, batch mode (Yes/No), process ID, and checkout time.

What do I type to see the number of licenses? ClickShow Key Status from the Display Options dialog box to show the status of yourkeys.

How can I tell who is using a license? ClickDisplay Status of Reserved License on the Display Options dialog box or in thelicense log file.

We installed a key for three licenses, but we can operate only two licenses at the sametime. Why?

There can be several reasons.ClickDisplay Status of Reserved License on the Display Options dialog box todetermine the number of licenses that your key contains.

ClickScavenge for Keys on the Scavenge Options dialog box to scavenge for the thirdlicense that you are unable to use.Verify that clients and servers can telnet to each other. Look for anomalies such as twonodes on the network with the same name or the reuse of an old name for a new computer,but with some traces of the old computer still existing in files on the network.

When an application is on a computer that is disconnected from the network withoutexiting the produc t, how long is the license held?

16 hours.How long would a daily license last?

Daily license expires after 12 hours.

See AlsoPurchasing Licenses FAQ (on page 24)

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Prior to installing PV Elite, verify that your computer meets the required hardware and softwarerequirements. For more information, see Before You Begin PV Elite Installation (on page 27) The PV Elite installation DVD contains the following options: Install PV Elite- Launches the main installation process, which installs PV Elite, the HASP

drivers, and all associated documentation. PV Elite Information- Opens the PV Elite Product Details page on the Intergraph CAS web

site. ReadMe File - Opens a text file discussing the installation steps, the system requirements,

and the DVD contents. License Agreement - Opens an RTF file containing the PV Elite License Agreement. HASP Network Licensing Overview- Opens a DOC file containing a summary of the

Aladdin (SafeNet) HASP Licensing System. HASP Trouble Shooting - Opens a DOC file containing troubleshooting procedures forissues with HASP licensing.

DVD Content: Browse the DVD- Displays the DVD contents in Windows Explorer. Addi tional Products - Displays additional Intergraph CAS products. Contact Intergraph - Displays contact information for Intergraph CAS Support.

Services: Training - Opens the PV Elite Course Details page on the Intergraph CAS web site. Support Forum - Opens the PV Elite Discussion Forum on the Intergraph CAS web site.

In This SectionBefore You Begin PV Elite Installation.......................................... 27Installing PV Elite from the Product Media.................................... 28Installing PV Elite in Silent Mode ................................................... 29Verifying the Installed Product Program Structure........................ 30

Before You Begin PV Elite InstallationVerify that your system meets the requirements before installing PV Elite. Close all other software before running the PV Elite installer. Most unsuccessful installations

are caused by other software running at the same time as the installer.

Note that the product installation is a DVD. The product DVD is not readable in a CD drive. Verify that the software and hardware requirements are met.

Processor Intel Pentium IV or higher AMD Athlon dual-core processor or higher 3.0 GHz or higher

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Memory 2 GB RAM or higher for Windows XP 4 GB RAM or higher for Windows 7/8

Display Video card with at least 256MB video RAM Video card support for OpenGL 1.1 or later Video card support DirectX 9.0 or later Video card drivers updated with the latest manufacturer's drivers 1280 x 1024 minimum resolution or better with TrueColor Motherboard-integrated video cards are not recommended for desktop systems.

Operating System Windows 7/8 Ultimate, Enterprise, or Professional (32-bit/64-bit) Windows XP Professional with SP3 (32-bit) Windows Vista, Starter, and Home editions are not supported.

Windows Server versions are only supported for the installation of network licensingsystems. PV Elite is a native 32-bit application that runs with Windows 64-bit. PV Elite does not take

advantage of any Windows 64-bit specific features.

Installing PV Elite from the Product Media

Close all other software before running the PV Elite installer. Most unsuccessful installationsare caused by other software running at the same time as the installer.

The installation DVD is not readable in a CD drive.1. Insert the Intergraph PV Elite DVD. If the DVD does not start automatically, double-click

CDSpawn.exe in the root folder of the DVD.The PV Elite launch screen opens in your default internet browser.

2. ClickInstall PV Elite.3. ClickNext on the Welcome to the Installation Wizard for PV Elite screen . 4. On the License Agreement screen, carefully read the license agreement.5. ClickI accept the terms in the license agreement , and then click Next.6. On the Customer Information page, enter information in the User Name , Organization,

and Serial number boxes. The serial number is provided to you by Intergraph CAS in yourproduct shipment.

7. On the Destination Folder page, review the default folder path. If needed, click Changeand select the folder location. ClickNext.

8. On the Select License Type page, select the needed license type: network ESL, local ESL,or SPLM license. For more information, seeLicensing (on page 17).

9. On the Ready to Install the Application screen, click Install to begin installing thesoftware.

As the installation progresses, the status displays in a series of progress bars. If an ESLlicense type was selected, the Aladdin device driver installation begins. Click OK on each

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dialog box.10. ClickFinish to exit the installer.11. In the Installer Information dialog box, clickOK to restart the computer and complete the

installation.You must restart your computer for PV Elite to run correctly.

Installing PV Elite in Silent ModeYou can use the Windows Installer to install and uninstall PV Elite using a command line insteadof the normal installer interface. You can then perform an unattended installation without dialogboxes, such as when performing a network installation or a corporate repackaging. Thefollowing command line arguments and parameters can be used with Windows Installer(msiexec.exe ) and the PV Elite setup (setup.exe ) to perform a silent installation of the product.1. ClickStart > Al l Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt .

The Command Prompt screen opens.2. Enter the drive letter where the PV Elite DVD is located. For example, type:

E:3. Change the path to the PV Elite folder where Setup.exe is located on the DVD. For

example, type:cd PVEl i t e_2011

4. Enter the installation command: For silent installation with English language and green ESL color, type:

Set up. exe / v" / qb I NSTALL_SI LENT=" Yes" LANG=" Eng" ESL_ COLOR=" Gr een" " For silent installation with Red ESL color and ESL installed locally, type:

Set up. exe / v" / qb I NSTALL_SI LENT=" Yes" LANG=" Eng" ESL_ COLOR=" Red"ESL_ ON_MACHI NE=" Yes" "

For silent installation with SPLM, type:Set up. exe / v" / qb I NSTALL_SI LENT=" Yes" LANG=" Eng" ESL_ COLOR=" SPLM"

SERI ALNUMBER=" " "

Arguments/v - Pass msi commands/qb - Silent installation with basic user interface

Parameters for Setup.exeINSTALL_SILENT - Sets silent installation. Yes - Installation is silent. No - Normal installation dialog boxes appear.

LANG- The language to install.

Eng - English Span - Spanish Ger - German Fren - French

SERIALNUMBER- The product serial number provided to you by Intergraph CAS.ESL_COLOR - The ESL license type.

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Red - Network ESL Green - Local ESL SPLM - SmartPlant License Manager (no ESL)

ESL_ON_MACHINE - Only used when ESL_COLOR is Red. Identifies the ESL location. Yes - ESL is on the local machine. No - ESL is on the server.

INSTALLDIR- The path to load the installation files.

The general format of the command is:set up. exe / v" / qb PROPERTY_NAME=" val ue" PROPERTY_NAME2=" Val ue""

For a complete list of command line arguments formsiexec.exe , type the following in aCommand Prompt window:msi exec. exe / ?

For a complete list of command line arguments forsetup.exe , type the following in aCommand Prompt window:set up. exe / ?

Verifying the Installed Product Program StructureA typical PV Elite hard disk configuration is structured as follows after PV Elite completesinstallation:PVELITE: Root Installation PV Elite directoryProject #1: Data files for Project #1Project #2: Data files for Project #2\SYSTEM: Program database & control files\EXAMPLES: Sample input filesMost files in the data subfolders are identified by a user-defined filename with a given extension.The remaining files hold data controlling the software's operation. These files and their

description follow: jobname.pvdb PV Elite input file jobname.PVU Form information results file jobname.TAB Temporary results file jobname.T80 Results file used by the output review processor jobname.CCI Input file for component analysisunits.FIL User units file (relating user's units and program

units)*.BIN PV Elite Material Database

UMAT1.BIN Binary file holding the user-defined materials

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This section focuses on getting started and the fundamental workflows PV Elite. Input - Enter information required to define the vessel, its service requirements, and its

design guidelines. Analysis - Translate the input data with design and analysis algorithms, apply the rules of

the appropriate code or standard, and generate results. Output - Present a comprehensive final report of the results.

Understanding the InterfaceThe main PV Elite window has a quick access toolbar in the top left corner (indicated with a red1 in the picture below), which you can customize with the commands that you use most. Directly

below the quick access toolbar is a series of ribbons (indicated by the red 2) and panels. On theHome tab, are data file command (3 File Panel (on page 61)), add elements (4 Elements Panel (on page 62)), and add details (5 Details Panel (on page 63)) to the current element.

PV Elite breaks a vessel into an assemblage of individual elements—heads, shells, cones, bodyflanges, and/or a skirt—and the components on these elements. A quick look at the screen(above) shows the data (near red 11) defining one element in the graphic view (red 13). Exceptfor From Node and To Node, the data is common to all vessel wall thickness calculations. TheFrom Node and To Node inputs are necessary to assemble the individual elements into thecomplete vessel and are automatically assigned by PV Elite. A complete vessel is required if all

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dead and live loads are to be included in the design or analysis. However, PV Elite will run wallthickness calculations on elements without constructing the entire vessel.The body of the sc

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