Note - we cross posted.

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Well, every time I've installed using option 1, the installation goes straight to the Programs folder. It installs a big folder called Smith Micro, which even show in the start programs list.

That's the application folder. The issue about the option #1 isn't where the program is, it is asking where to put the main runtime. These are totally different things. As I said in my cross-post above, you can choose to install the program (executable binary files) in one folder, and your main runtime in another folder. The option #1 is asking where to put your main runtime. It is not asking where to put the program. The program is a different question. I could screenshot this for you if it isn't clear.

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By installed, I mean putting CD in machine and clicking on install, then following the instructions. That means the computer puts the program on the machine.

Yes, I agree.

Quote - By running, I mean that I've clicked on the P8 desk icon to open the program, and it is now open.

Yep - that's what I mean.

Quote - Poser only shows in the processes when Poser is 'open' or 'running'.

Agreed, that is what it should be.

Can you do my cross-posted instructions above? 

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