SOLIDWORKS can only be use when the SOLIDWORKS license is activated. To activate SOLIDWORKS standalone license, kindly follow the steps below:
Step 1: In your computer, launch SOLIDWORKS XXXX.
Step 2: Click on ‘Help’ (?) icon > ‘Licenses’ > ‘Activate’.
Step 3: SOLIDWORKS Product Activation window will open.
a. Select the license that you want to deactivate.
b. Leave ‘Automatically over the Internet (recommended)’ selected and fill in your email.
c. Click ‘Next’ to proceed.
Note: For the ‘Manually via e-mail’ method, you may follow the steps here (link to manual activation guide).
Step 4: Your SOLIDWORKS license is now successfully activated.
If you encounter any issues while activating the SOLIDWORKS network license, please feel free to contact us directly.