Installing FAST

Wind & Water Computer-Aided Engineering Software Tools
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Hello
I read most of the topics created here. But I couldn’t find my answer. The questions were more complicated and I have problem in my first step.
I have downloaded FAST8 from this link: nwtc.nrel.gov/FAST8
Then I have read the tutorial from here: nwtc.nrel.gov/system/files/Setu … indows.pdf
But still I have problem with installation! and it says “input file was not found” Aborting.
This is the first time I want to use this software but I have been stuck in this problem for some days. I would be happy if you help me.

Best wishes

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Dear Vahid,

There are basic instructions for running FAST in the “Running FAST” section of the FAST v8 ReadMe file: wind.nrel.gov/nwtc/docs/README_FAST8.pdf.

Best regards,

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Thanks for your reply. I did all the things written there but still I get this error!

Fast encountered an error during module initialization.
Simulation error level: FATAL ERROR
Aborting FAST

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If it says it can’t find the input file, check that you have specified the input file name correctly (including the path name if necessary).