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Software Download (Windows PC Only)

** Skip to Hardware Setup If Complete **

1. Download Oculus Software

Click here to download

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2. Download SIMVANA Software

Click here to Login to the Portal to install SIMVANA SW.

Return to this Start Guide once complete. 

SIMVANA SW Download

Hardware Setup (Windows PC /Quest 2)

1. Connect Laptop Charger 

If using a laptop, ensure charger is connected to achieve maximum performance in VR applications.

QS_PlugInLaptop

2. Connect PC to Internet

SIMVANA requires a high-speed internet to function.

QS_ConnectToInternet

3. Login to SIMVANA Launcher on PC

Enter your username and password to log into SIMVANA. Do NOT click "Open SIMVANA VR" on this step. 

QS_LoginSIMVANA

4. Power on Headset

You will hear the power up sound

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5. Connect Link Cable

Connect Link Cable to headset and PC.

To reduce strain on the cable: Use velcro strap to secure link cable to headset headband.

QS_PlugInHeadset

6. Open Oculus Software on PC

Click devices on the left panel. You will see a green checkmark once successfully connected.

** Ensure the "Unknown Sources" button is enabled under General settings. **

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7. Put on Headset

Put the headset on and grab the controllers. 

QS_PutOnHeadset

8. Deny Connected Devices to Access Files

Click the Deny button to connect to the headset.

QS_AllowDeviceAccess

9. Enable Oculus Link

Click the Enable button to connect the headset to the PC.

QS_EnableOculusLink

10. Open SIMVANA VR on PC

Click Open SIMVANA VR to launch the VR application

QS_StartSIMVANAVR

11. Troubleshoot Steps

If you experience any issues, unplug the link cable from the PC and follow steps 5-10. 

 

You may exit SIMVANA at any time by removing the headset and hitting the escape button on the PC keyboard. 

 


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