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Bug

When upgrading from ArcGIS for Desktop 10.1 to 10.2 there is no option via the install graphical user interface (GUI) to change the Python installation path.

Last Published: August 25, 2014 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number NIM094226
SubmittedAugust 22, 2013
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.2
StatusWill Not Be Addressed

Additional Information

upgrade uses the same installdir as the previous installation - no option to change

Workaround

Uninstall 10.1 and do an installation of 10.2 rather than an upgrade. Use the silent install syntax:Msiexec /I <setup location>\setup.msi INSTALLDIR=<a href="file:C:/ArcGIS" target="_blank">C:\ArcGIS</a> ESRI_LICENSE_HOST=GIS SOFTWARE_CLASS=Editor SEAT_PREFERENCE=Float /qb

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: NIM094226

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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