# Unable to install ncd-red-wireless

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**Created:** [11 April 2023 10:44 UTC](https://discourse.nodered.org/t/unable-to-install-ncd-red-wireless/77456 "2023-04-11T10:44:59Z")\
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> [@engrponle](#):
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> so i have to download visual studio

No, not necessary.

Simply re-install NodeJS (V18 LTS is recommended) and ensure you tick the checkbox to include the "necessary tools"

![image](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex026/uploads/nodered/original/3X/4/a/4a26f3dcce194d4b0c2031be65e7954228b2362b.png)

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