How to download and install Neurax and Neurax Pro

Neurax and Neurax Pro are free handicapping software from Brisnet for Windows computers. This guide shows you how to install the software, download data files, handicap races, and create DataSets.

What you need to know

• Neurax is available as Neurax Pro v5.0.
• NRP files work with Neurax Pro v5.0, Neurax Pro v4.0, and Brisnet Custom PP Generator. They cost $14 each.
• XRD (Exotic Results) files work with all versions of Neurax to create DataSets. They cost $0.25 each.
• Make sure you download the right file type for your software: NRX for Neurax, NRP for Neurax Pro.
• You must be signed in to brisnet.com before you download files. Otherwise, the file you save won't work.
• Free sample files are available on the Brisnet free samples page.

How to download and install Neurax

1. Go to brisnet.com and select Free Software at the top left of the page.
2. Select Neurax Pro. The next page explains each version of the software.
3. Select the download link below the version you want. User manuals are also available on this page.
4. Open the downloaded file and follow the prompts to finish installing.

When installation is complete, a Neurax icon appears on your desktop or in your Start menu.

If you see a "stopped working" error during installation: on some older versions of Windows, the installer may show an error even though installation worked. Check your C: drive for the Neurax folder (Neurax31, NeuraxPro4, or NeuraxPro5). If the folder is there, the program is installed. Create a desktop shortcut from your Start menu. The DATASETS folder is created the first time you run Neurax.

How to download Neurax data files (NRX or NRP)

1. Sign in to brisnet.com.
2. Select Selections, Programs & PPs at the top left of the page.
3. Select Software Data Files, then Neurax or Neurax Pro data files.
4. Choose a track and date.
5. Right-click the date and select Save Link As (or Save Target As, depending on your browser).
6. Save the file to the DATASETS folder inside your Neurax folder on the C: drive.

How to download Exotic Results files (XRD)

1. Sign in to brisnet.com.
2. Select Results & Charts at the top left of the page.
3. Select Exotic Results Files.
4. Choose a track and date.
5. Right-click the date and select Save Link As (or Save Target As).
6. Save the file to the same DATASETS folder as your data files. This makes it easier to create DataSets.

If you have a wagering account, you may also find Neurax files under the Handicapping tab on your wagering site.

How to handicap races

1. Open Neurax and select Handicap at the top left.
2. Select Handicap Races.
3. Next to Drive on the far right, select the C: drive, even if it already looks selected.
4. In the folder list on the left, double-click your Neurax folder (Neurax31, NeuraxPro4, or NeuraxPro5).
5. Double-click DATASETS.
6. Double-click the file you want to handicap. You can select more than one file.
7. Select Handicap.

How to create DataSets with Exotic Results files

1. Make sure the data file (NRX or NRP) and the Exotic Results file (XRD) for the same race date are both in your DATASETS folder.
2. Open Neurax and select Database.
3. Select Create/Append DataSet.
4. In the DataSet Name field, enter a name.
5. In the Matched Pairs field, select the race date pair.
6. Select Build.

Important details

• If a file won't process: delete it from your DATASETS folder, make sure you're signed in to brisnet.com, download it again, and repeat the steps above.
• If you bought the wrong file type for your version of Neurax, contact customer support.
• If you still have trouble, contact customer support.