I'm getting an error during installation of ARPACK library for Windows

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In summary, the conversation revolves around the installation of the ARPACK library for Windows. The individual has downloaded a tar.gz file and made modifications to the ARmake and Makefile, but encountered an error when trying to use the command "make lib." They are seeking help and wondering if they also need to download LAPACK and BLAS. They also inquire about the possibility of downloading an already made library instead. They receive a response suggesting that the error message indicates a missing tool or file in their system's PATH and that the ARPACK folder does not contain a folder named "arpacklib."
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I need to install the ARPACK library for windows
hi all
I am trying to install the ARPACK library for windows (another program needs the library for calculations) , I download a arpack96.tar.gz file that i found online , downloaded "make" and the mingw-gfortran and all that, modified the ARmake and the Makefile, but when i try the command "make lib" it shows the following error :
make (e=2): The system cannot find the file specified.
Makefile:57: recipe for target 'arpacklib' failed
make: *** [arpacklib] Error 2
has any one encountered the same error when trying to install ARPACK on windows, also do I need LAPACK and BLAS, because in the ARPACK folder it already has both files in its directory.
I will appreciate any help, thanks in advance.

also cant i just download an already "maked lib" library instead of going through all that hassle!
 
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If you encounter the error message "make (e=2): The system cannot find the file specified," it usually indicates that one of the required tools or files is not in your system's PATH or is missing
 
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FiliusAstro said:
If you encounter the error message "make (e=2): The system cannot find the file specified," it usually indicates that one of the required tools or files is not in your system's PATH or is missing
the folder of the ARPACK does not contain any folder named "arpacklib" is that the missing folder?where do i get it
 

FAQ: I'm getting an error during installation of ARPACK library for Windows

Why am I getting a "missing BLAS/LAPACK libraries" error during the installation of ARPACK on Windows?

This error typically occurs because ARPACK relies on BLAS (Basic Linear Algebra Subprograms) and LAPACK (Linear Algebra PACKage) for its operations. Ensure that you have installed these libraries and that their paths are correctly set in your environment variables. You may need to download precompiled binaries or compile them yourself.

How do I resolve a "compiler not found" error when installing ARPACK on Windows?

This issue usually indicates that the required compiler is not installed or not properly configured in your system's PATH. ARPACK often requires a Fortran compiler like gfortran. Ensure that you have installed a compatible compiler and added its path to the system environment variables.

What should I do if I encounter a "permission denied" error during ARPACK installation?

A "permission denied" error can occur if you do not have the necessary administrative rights to install software on your machine. Try running the installation as an administrator or ensure that you have write permissions to the directory where ARPACK is being installed.

Why does the ARPACK installation fail with a "cannot find -larpack" error?

This error suggests that the linker is unable to find the ARPACK library file. Verify that the ARPACK library has been correctly compiled and that its path is included in the linker’s search directories. You may need to set environment variables such as LIBRARY_PATH or LD_LIBRARY_PATH to include the directory where the ARPACK library is located.

How can I fix a "configuration failed" error when installing ARPACK on Windows?

A "configuration failed" error may indicate issues with the configuration script or missing dependencies. Ensure that all required dependencies are installed and correctly configured. Check the configuration log for more detailed error messages that can guide you in resolving specific issues.

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