BCOE Systems

Quanser Quarc is a simulation tool used with systems control devices to both simulate a test expected results. It integrates into Matalb and provides a rich environment for simulation and testing.

How to Install Quanser Quarc

It is important that you follow these instructions in order. Check this compatibility chart before proceeding, do note that this guide will cover installing MATLAB as well as Visual Studio.

The total install size of all the required software will be in excess of 50 GB. Ensure that you have adequate space on your computer before proceeding.

NOTE: while operating this software you will need to be connected to the VPN

Part 1 - MATLAB

Download the Windows Package (64bit)

Extract the Matlab package, you will need 7zip or a similar extraction utility to do this.

Connect to engineering VPN server

Navigate to the extracted folder, Right-Click on “setup.cmd” and select “Run as administrator”

Once this window disappears, wait 10 minutes and then restart your computer

Part 2 - Visual Studio CE

Download the Quanser Quarc 2023 package

This package includes the installer for Visual Studio

Extract the Quarc package, you will need 7zip or a similar extraction utility to do this

Navigate to the extracted folder, Right-Click on “VisualStudioSetup.exe” and select “Run as administrator”

Select “Continue”

Select “Desktop development with C++” under the “Desktop & Mobile” section

Select “Install” in the lower right corner

Select “OK” and then restart your computer

Part 3 - Quarc

Navigate to the extracted folder, Right-Click on “install.cmd” and select “Run as administrator”

Select “I Agree”

Select “Next”

Select “Install”

Select “Install”

Select “Finish”

Select “Close”