![]() ![]() Question: Can I change my data directory after installation?Īnswer: No, once installation is complete the only way to change the data directory is to uninstall, then reinstall the software. The Installation Guide has references related to installing and configuring SolidWorks, eDrawings, and Enterprise PDM. This tech tip also describes some common system maintenance recommendations. Question: What should I do to my system prior to a new installation?Īnswer: There are a number of practices described in the tech tip How to insure a clean uninstall of SolidWorks. See the System Requirements page for details. If you are using one of the recommended AV programs, you should not experience issues installing SolidWorks. With that said, most users cannot turn off their AV software due to corporate IT policy. The other issue with having the AV on during installation is performance-related. Please contact your Reseller.Question: Do you recommend turning off anti-virus scanning when installing SolidWorks?Īnswer: Certain anti-virus (AV) applications do not allow system resources to be updated if they are in use. Beginning with SOLIDWORKS 2020, DVD distribution media will only be provided on request.Users may be directed to work directly with their VPN provider to resolve issues on a case-by-case basis. SOLIDWORKS does not test or certify VPN (Virtual Private Network) solutions but provides best-effort support.For PDM Professional, it is recommended the Archive and Database servers are two separate, dedicated machines. It is not recommended to install any instances of other applications on the SOLIDWORKS PDM Archive or Database Server.SOLIDWORKS 2018 on Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 requires the Microsoft April 2014 update.Apple Mac ® based machines running Windows using Boot Camp are not supported.Windows Home Editions and Windows To Go are not supported.Refer to the Microsoft Windows Server documentation to select the Windows Server edition that meets your needs. ![]() SOLIDWORKS recommends using a Windows Server operating system for all SOLIDWORKS server-based products.SOLIDWORKS supports each Windows 10 release for applicable SOLIDWORKS releases as long as it is still covered by both the SOLIDWORKS Product Support Lifecycle and Microsoft Windows Lifecycle Fact Sheet.SOLIDWORKS recommends using the latest Microsoft update of Windows, Office and Internet Explorer.SOLIDWORKS Product Support Lifecycle defines the End Of Support for SOLIDWORKS versions.SOLIDWORKS releases after the EOS are not supported for the said Microsoft product and SOLIDWORKS installation is blocked in the case of an operating system. End Of Support (EOS) corresponds to the last SOLIDWORKS release where a Microsoft product is supported (This is synchronized with the Microsoft Mainstream Support End Date).Microsoft/Apple Products Support Lifecycle (SOLIDWORKS 2020 - 2022) ![]()
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