CostLink/AE

Download instructions for software installation:

1. Confirm that you are logged in as Admin.
2. Verify that there are no incomplete Windows updates.
3. Reboot your computer after running Windows updates.
4. Create a temporary directory on your hard drive.
5. Choose the product you want to download (below).
6. Click here to download CostLink/AE Version 5.4 (2017 R.S. Means Data).
7. Save the file to the temporary directory.
8. Once the file is downloaded, unzip the file to the same directory.
9. Double-click on the unzipped file to start Setup.
10. The setup will start automatically — follow the instructions on screen.
11. The program name and icon will be placed on the Start Menu.

Documentation

• Installation Instructions
• Release Notes
• User Manual

Additional Resources

• Guide to exploring some of CostLink/AE's features in 15 minutes or less
• About Using CostLink/AE's Building Models to Prepare Estimates
• Complete list of the built-in Building Models
• Sample Reports (estimate output)

Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem installing our software, please check the 3 issues below. If the problem continues, please contact us.

1. Confirm that you are logged in as Admin.
2. Verify that there are no incomplete Windows updates.
3. Reboot your computer after running Windows updates.