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PSCAD v5.0.2+ supports Intel's new ifx compiler, though the classic ifort compiler remains more popular.

Background

Intel oneAPI included both compilers until 2024. The 2025 version only includes ifx.

Since PSCAD recommends continuing with ifort, we suggest using an older oneAPI installer to avoid compatibility issues.

Using ifx with PSCAD

If you choose to use ifx, refer to the PSCAD knowledge base:

• Ensuring PSCAD finds your ifx installation
• Preserving ifort compiler functionality

After setup, update your ProductList.xml file via FortranMedic: Actions > Generate installed products list

The ProductList.xml file is typically located at: C:\Users\Public\Documents\Manitoba HVDC Research Centre\ATS

View available compilers in PSCAD: File > Application Options > Dependencies

Fix: Rezonance Switching to GFortran

If Rezonance keeps reverting to the default GFortran compiler despite ifx being available in PSCAD, you may see this error:

Error running scan: The following errors were encountered during PSCAD project compilation:runtime error: example_case "Process has been terminated by user."

Solution:

1. Open ProductList.xml
2. Change the compiler suffix from (ifx) to (64-bit) Example: Intel® Fortran Compiler 2025.3.1 (ifx) → Intel® Fortran Compiler 2025.3.1 (64-bit)
3. Reboot Rezonance

Note: Re-running Fortran Medic will revert your manual changes to ProductList.xml. You will need to re-apply the above fix after each Fortran Medic run.

Plots and user docs fail to appear in Windows Server 2019.

Details

• Likely occurs in other Windows Server versions
• Currently investigating the root cause