What is SOLIDWORKS?
SOLIDWORKS is a leading 2D and 3D parametric design software developed by Dassault Systèmes. It is widely used by engineers and designers to create, collaborate, and deliver products throughout all stages of development. It’s used in many industries, including automotive, aerospace, shipbuilding, industrial and architectural design, and prosthetics. SOLIDWORKS provides a comprehensive suite of tools that facilitate the entire product development process from initial design to final manufacturing.
How to Install SOLIDWORKS
1. Open the downloaded installation manager file and follow the prompts to begin the installation process.
a. Navigate to ‘setup.exe‘. Right click the application and ‘Run as administrator‘.
b. Select ‘Install on this computer‘ and click ‘Next‘.
c. Enter the SOLIDWORKS serial number and other add-in serial number if needed to validate your license. Click ‘Next‘.
d. If the PC does not have an internet connection, the following warning will appear. If the PC already contains all the necessary installation files, the user can proceed with the installation by clicking ‘Cancel‘.
2. In the Summary page, you can edit:
a. Products – Change: products and features you want to install. You can customize the installation based on your needs.
b. Download Options – Change: Unselect Use the background downloader for future service packs for better application performance. Select ‘Back to Summary‘.
c. Installation Location – Change: In the Install selected products to box, add ‘the version year‘. For example, adding the year ‘2022′ in the box. Select ‘Back to Summary‘.
d. Toolbox/Hole Wizard Options – Change: In the Create a new SOLIDWORKS Toolbox box, add ‘the version year‘. For example, adding ‘2022‘ in the box. Select ‘Back to Summary‘.
e. Accept the terms and click ‘Download and Install‘.
f. If the user is using SOLIDWORKS Network License, the window below will pop up. Key in 25734@server_name and click ‘OK‘.
3. The installation manager will download the necessary files and install SOLIDWORKS on your computer. This process may take some time depending on your internet speed and computer performance.
a. Once the installation is complete, unselect ‘Show me What’s New in SOLIDWORKS XXXX‘ and select ‘Yes, I want to join‘.
4. Once the installation is complete, launch SOLIDWORKS and follow the on-screen prompts to activate your license. An internet connection may be required for this step. For detailed license activation instructions, click here.
If you experience any issues during the SOLIDWORKS installation, feel free to contact [email protected] for assistance.
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