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Loss Forecaster WebHelp:
Loss Forecaster Updates

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 Here's the File You Need 

Update 12.07 is now available for Loss Forecaster Version 5.0.

LFUpdateFull.exe (approximately 3.5 MB)

Running it will update your Loss Forecaster system to Version 5.0, Level 110920, update 12.07. You can view your current version information in the bottom left corner of the Loss Forecaster Home page.

New factor data includes: 

• New factors for all lines of coverage.

Code fixes/enhancements include:

Can't run the install or start Loss Forecaster after the install?

Note that on certain systems, you may to execute the install using the "Run as administrator" option - that is, right-click the file and select "Run as administrator." This option may also be required to successfully start Loss Forecaster the first time after applying this update.

Update steps:

1. Get the update from our website.
   Click on the file LFUpdateFull.exe. If you are on a high-speed Internet connection, we recommend that you  choose to "Open" or "Run" the file directly from our web server. If you are on a slow connection or have problems with running directly, choose the "Save" option.
   
   If you choose the save option, we recommend that you save the file to your own PC, not to a network destination. Most users find it convenient to save to their desktop.

2. Run the update.
   If you saved LFUpdateFull.exe on your PC, you will need to find it on your desktop or other folder and double-click it to start the update. If you are running the file from our web server, the installation will start automatically.

3. Specify the password and any update options.
   When prompted, enter the update password which you received from us in an email. Please review our email recommendations if you're not getting emails from us.
   
   Verify the Loss Forecaster installation directory, which should be automatically detected by the update process. Use the Browse button to change the directory if necessary.

4. View the update messages.
   Several informational messages appear as the update runs.

5. Finish the update.
   Simply click the Finish button on the dialog message that the update has been completed.

6. Start Loss Forecaster and verify the update
   Start Loss Forecaster by finding and double-clicking the Loss Forecaster icon on the desktop or in the Start/Programs list.
   
   When you start Loss Forecaster after applying the update, check to make sure that the update indicated at the lower left of the home page agrees with the level indicated at the top of this page.

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