> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.anthriq.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.anthriq.com/bxi-studio/installation.md).

# Getting Started

Download a signed build, install it for your operating system, and launch the app. BXI Studio handles the rest: auto-updates, theme detection, and first-run setup.

## Download

[Download BXI Studio for xBud (Windows)](https://anthriq-applications-bucket.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/product-docs-download-refs/xbud/BXI-Studio-Setup-1.0.145.exe)

Version 1.0.145

## Install on macOS

**Requirements**: macOS 12.0 Monterey or newer on Apple Silicon. 8 GB RAM minimum, 16 GB recommended.

Once you have the `.dmg`:

1. Open the `.dmg` file.
2. Drag **BXI Studio** into your Applications folder.
3. On first launch, macOS may show a security prompt: click **Open** to proceed.
4. The app auto-detects your system theme (dark/light).

> **Note:** If macOS blocks the app with a Gatekeeper warning, right-click the app icon and choose **Open**. This is only required on the first launch after install.

## Install on Windows

**Requirements**: Windows 10 (22H2) or Windows 11, x64. 8 GB RAM minimum, 16 GB recommended.

1. Download the installer above.
2. Double-click it.
3. If SmartScreen appears, click **More info, Run anyway**. The installer is signed but SmartScreen flags new releases briefly.
4. Follow the installer prompts. BXI Studio installs for the current user by default.
5. Launch from the Start menu.

> **Note:** Windows builds ship with auto-update enabled. No manual reinstall is needed for minor versions.

## Install on Linux

**Requirements**: Ubuntu 22.04 / Debian 12 or newer, x64. 8 GB RAM minimum.

Once you have the `.deb`:

1. Install it:

   ```bash
   sudo dpkg -i bxi-studio_amd64.deb
   ```
2. If you hit dependency issues, run:

   ```bash
   sudo apt-get install -f
   ```
3. Launch from your application menu, or run `bxi-studio` from a terminal.

## System requirements

| Requirement | Minimum                       | Recommended           |
| ----------- | ----------------------------- | --------------------- |
| macOS       | 12.0 Monterey, Apple Silicon  | 14.0+ Sonoma          |
| Windows     | 10 (22H2), x64                | 11, x64               |
| Linux       | Ubuntu 22.04 / Debian 12, x64 | Ubuntu 24.04          |
| RAM         | 8 GB                          | 16 GB                 |
| Storage     | 500 MB                        | 2 GB (for recordings) |
| Display     | 1280 × 720                    | 1920 × 1080           |

## First launch

1. Open BXI Studio: the Welcome screen appears.
2. Pick one of two paths:
   * **Connect Device**: start the device pairing and configuration flow
   * **Skip to Home**: go directly to the dashboard; you can connect later
3. The app starts in dark mode by default. Toggle light/dark from the theme button in the top-right corner.

> **Note:** Power on your BXI device and place it near your computer before starting the connection flow. The device and your computer must be on the same local network for Wi-Fi devices.

## Next steps

* [Connect a Device](/bxi-studio/device-discovery.md): discover your hardware and start configuration.
* [Dashboard Home](/bxi-studio/home.md): get oriented with the main app surface.