Given the age of 2018.1, running it inside a virtual machine is the most future-proof approach. Recommended hypervisors:
VM Guest settings: Windows 10 LTSC, 2 vCPUs, 8 GB RAM, 50 GB VMDK, VMXNET3 network adapter.
Right-click Stakis_Technik_2018.1_x64_Setup.exe → Run as Administrator. stakis technik 2018.1 install
| Screen | Selection |
|--------|------------|
| Language | English (or your regional variant) |
| License Agreement | Accept |
| Installation Type | “Complete” (not “Runtime only” unless you are deploying to a target panel) |
| Components | Check all: Server, Client, OPC Gateway, Historian |
| Database Configuration | Use existing SQL Server instance: localhost\STAKISDB |
| Service Account | Choose “Local System” for initial install (change later for security) |
| Installation Directory | C:\Program Files\Stakis Technik\ (do not change) |
1. "Error writing to file" during install:
This is usually a permissions issue. Ensure you ran the installer as Administrator. If you are installing to Program Files, Windows security features can sometimes block writes. Try right-clicking the installer, selecting Properties -> Compatibility, and checking "Run this program as an administrator." Given the age of 2018
2. "License not recognized" on first launch:
3. "Stakis" vs "Stataistik": If you cannot find the software in your Start Menu, look for a folder named "Stata" or "Statistik" rather than "Stakis." The naming convention often reverts to the standard "Stata" branding in the Windows Registry. VM Guest settings: Windows 10 LTSC, 2 vCPUs,
4. 64-bit vs 32-bit Confusion:
If you installed the 64-bit version but have a 32-bit license generator (common in some legacy institutional setups), the software will not activate. You must install the specific architecture that matches your license key (usually labeled Stataistik 2018 64-bit or Stataistik 2018 32-bit in the install menu).
Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes regarding legitimate software installation. Ensure you possess a valid license for Statistik/Stata before installation.