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1. Check Software and OS Compatibility

Make sure InPower Pro is compatible with your operating system:

Commonly supports Windows 7 / 10 (Pro editions preferred).
Windows 11 may cause issues with older versions.

If using a virtual machine or corporate laptop, admin privileges might block it.



2. Run as Administrator

Right-click the InPower Pro shortcut or `.exe` file
Select “Run as administrator”

This resolves many launch and access errors due to permission restrictions.



3. Disable Antivirus or Windows Defender

Security software may block InPower Pro from launching.
Temporarily disable real-time protection or whitelist InPower in:

Windows Security → Virus & Threat Protection → Manage Settings → Add Exclusions


4. Check Installation Path and Files

Navigate to the installation folder:

Typically: `C:\InPower\`
Verify the following:

Main executable file exists (e.g., `inpower.exe`)
No missing `.dll` files
Try re-installing the program as Administrator


5. Ensure Communication Adapter Compatibility

If InPower is trying to auto-connect to a device and hangs, disconnect your:

Inline 7 / Inline 6 adapter or USB-to-CAN tool
Then launch InPower without it connected


6. Check Windows Event Viewer (Optional)

Go to: `Event Viewer > Windows Logs > Application`
Look for any application errors related to `inpower.exe` or `.NET Framework`



7. Reinstall InPower Pro

Fully uninstall the software
Delete leftover folders (especially in `C:\Program Files (x86)` or `C:\InPower`)
Reboot
Reinstall from original installer (not a copy from another system)


8. Known Issues and Fixes

| Issue | Fix
| InPower shows splash screen but doesn’t open | Reinstall with full admin rights and disable antivirus |
| Hangs on startup with no error | Delete or rename `Config` or `Preferences` folders inside install directory |
| Crashes due to `.NET` | Reinstall or update .NET Framework 4.7+ |