Getting "Windows Identity Foundation (WIF) 3.5" error when installing eB Director


Applies To
Product(s):eB Director
Version(s):16.x
Environment: Windows 8
Area: Installation
Subarea: N\A
Original Author:Dennis Chan, Bentley Technical Support Group

 

Problem Description

When installing eB Director on a Windows 8 machine, user gets an error saying: eB Director requires the Windows Identity Foundation (WIF) 3.5.

Solution

WIF comes with Windows 8. Please run Programs and Features, Turn Windows features on or off, and then enable (check the box next to) Windows Identity Foundation 3.5. Hit OK and make sure you see the "Windows completed the requested changes" message. Then install eB Director again.