Book V50 Install - Komatsu Parts

Installing the Komatsu Parts Book V50 (often referred to as the Linkone Viewer) is a straightforward process that allows you to access detailed parts catalogs and exploded diagrams for Komatsu equipment.

Install SQL Server on the server:

Fix 1: Configure ODBC (Open Database Connectivity)

Search Windows for ODBC Data Sources (32-bit) – do not use the 64-bit version.
Go to the System DSN tab.
Find Komatsu_Parts_Book or KPS_DB.
Click Configure.
Verify the server name is (local) or .\SQLEXPRESS.
Test the connection. If it fails, re-run the database config tool inside the Komatsu folder (C:\Komatsu\PartsBook\Tools\DBConfig.exe).

Right‑click installer → Run as administrator.
Follow prompts: accept EULA, choose install folder (default is usually acceptable).
When prompted for database settings, point to local SQL instance and provide database user credentials.
If installer offers to create and populate the database, allow it to do so (this can take time).

License Keys: You will typically need two license keys during the installation process to activate the viewer and the specific catalog. Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Do not click the desktop shortcut immediately.
Navigate to the installation folder (e.g., C:\Komatsu).
Look for the main executable file (often named PartsBook.exe or similar).
Right-click > Properties > Compatibility.
Check the box "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and select Windows XP (Service Pack 3).
Check the box "Run this program as an administrator."

Use the provided license file or activation key via the application's License Manager or activation utility.
If offline activation is required, follow the vendor’s offline activation steps (often involves generating a hardware ID file and sending to the dealer).

Create service account and credentials:

2. Before you start

Obtain: