Power Connect Newsletter

Generac will soon be implementing the latest version of its Power Design Pro software. We’re excited, and we think you should be, too! That’s because Power Design Pro is moving to the Cloud. No longer will you be tied to your desktop computer or laptop. You will be able to use Power Design Pro from ANY Internet-connected computer, tablet — even your smartphone.
But to unlock this great functionality for all your existing projects, we need a favor. You need to move your projects from your personal drive or file system to your personal Power Design Pro account in the Cloud BEFORE the new version of the tool goes live. They’re the only projects that will be migrated to the new version of the tool. If you don’t move your projects to the Cloud account before the go-live date, you won’t be able to access them. Fortunately, moving your existing projects to the Cloud is easy.

Start by checking what projects have been moved to the cloud already:

1. Open your existing version of Power Design Pro
2. Select the 'Saved Projects' from the Project panel on the left side and verify your projects.

To upload missing projects to the cloud:

1. Select the file dropdown menu in the top right corner and click Import File
2. Choose a file you want to move to the Cloud and open it
3. Once the file is open, select the file dropdown menu again and click Save Project As
4. Name the file and click Save

Special instructions will be available after April 18 to help you load large amounts of projects to the cloud. Simply open Power Design Pro after April 18 and follow the instructions on the Announcements screen.
It’s that easy. And you only have to move those projects that you want to continue to access and work on. Old project files on your personal drive or file system will not be supported after you make the move.
You’ve got some time — the new Power Design Pro is expected to go live in May 2018. But don’t delay. Move your project files today to ensure you will be able to take advantage of all that Power Design Pro will soon offer!
If you have questions, please contact us at 1-844-ASK-GNRC.

Thank you for your support of Power Design Pro and continuing to make it the most advanced electrical and mechanical specification tool in the industry!