What do I need on my PC to view the Maps

Browser Compatability

Most of the Interactive Map based Applications are optimised for users of Internet Explorer Browser - A Liteview, cross-browser compatible version will be available shortly.

Plug-in Required

You will need the Autodesk Mapguide plugin in order to view the Maps. You only need to download this the first time that you access the Interactive Maps On-Line on your PC.

A 1.4MB download is required to install the MapViewer.

Line Speed Approximate Download Time
ISDN or DSL 2 minutes
56Kbps - typical modem 4-5 minutes

The Option to download the MapGuide Viewer Plugin should appear automatically but if it does not that you should go to the following link -

Download MapGuide Viewer Plugin 

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