Frequent question: How do I change the PDM license type in SOLIDWORKS?

How do I change network license in SOLIDWORKS?

Modifying SolidNetWork License Manager Settings for Windows Firewall

  1. Start SolidNetWork License Manager ( Start > Programs > SOLIDWORKS version > SolidNetWork License Manager > SolidNetWork License Manager ).
  2. On the Server Administration tab, under License Server, click Stop. …
  3. Under License Information, click Modify.

How do I activate PDM license in SOLIDWORKS?

To activate the Professional license:

  1. Start the SolidNetWork License Manager by doing one of the following: …
  2. When prompted to activate, click Yes. …
  3. On the SolidNetWork License Server Information screen: …
  4. On the Activate Your SOLIDWORKS Product screen: …
  5. Click Finish.

How do I check my SOLIDWORKS PDM version?

To determine the SOLIDWORKS PDM version, in the SOLIDWORKS PDM administration tool, click Help > About SOLIDWORKS PDM Administration .



  1. YYYY is the major version.
  2. SS is the service pack.
  3. BBBB is the build number.

How do I choose a SOLIDWORKS license?

In the SOLIDWORKS, click Tools > Add-Ins and in the Add-in dialog box, select SOLIDWORKS Simulation. On SOLIDWORKS Simulation (CommandManager), click the Down arrow to display a list of licenses on your server that can support Simulation. Select the appropriate SOLIDWORKS Simulation license.

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How do I change my ID in SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager



Select the top option, “Modify the individual installation” and click “Next”. On the “Serial Number” screen of the Installation Manager, you can now change the serial number to the new one that you want to use. (CRTL+V will paste the serial number into the 6 boxes.)

How do I open SOLIDWORKS Licence manager?

You can start the SolidNetWork License Manager from the Windows Start menu. In Windows, click Start > SOLIDWORKS Tools version > SolidNetWork License Manager Server.

How do I apply for a PDM license?

To add the new license to your SNL, you will need to go to “Add or Remove Programs” and select to ‘Modify’ the SolidNetwork License Manger. Here you will need to click ‘Next’ through the wizard until you are asked to add your new serial number.

What is Solidworks PDM professional CAD editor?

SOLIDWORKS® PDM Professional CAD Editor is a Windows-based client for engineers and designers who work with SOLIDWORKS® and other popular design tools. It provides application-specific integrations to manage the complex file relationships and file properties.

How do I get Solidworks PDM standard?

To install SOLIDWORKS PDM Client select “Individual (on this computer)” and click on Next.

  1. SOLIDWORKS PDM Client Installation. On the summary page click on CHANGE.
  2. List of Products. …
  3. Select SOLIDWORKS PDM Client. …
  4. SOLIDWORKS PDM Options. …
  5. SOLIDWORKS PDM Client Options. …
  6. Installation Manager Summary Install Now.

How do I get old versions of PDM in SOLIDWORKS?

First right click the file you’d like to get an older version from and select “History” from the context menu. Select the older version you’d like to see and click on the “Get” button to have the file pull an older version.

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How do I open a PDM file in SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS Open

  1. In SOLIDWORKS, click Open (Standard toolbar) or File > Open.
  2. In the SOLIDWORKS Open dialog box, select a file type in Files of type.
  3. Select My Workgroup PDM Documents or Workgroup PDM Vault in the locations sidebar.
  4. Select options as described below, then click Open or Check Out.

What is version in SOLIDWORKS PDM?

SOLIDWORKS PDM maintains the history of files, including all versions and revisions. Each time you modify or check in a file, a new version is created. You can view, retrieve, compare, and restore earlier versions of files.

How do I delete a SOLIDWORKS PDM license?

STEP 1: Open the latest version of SOLIDWORKS installed on your computer. This can be done using the Desktop Shortcut or the Start Menu. STEP 2: Select the Help Menu then Deactivate Licenses. STEP 3: Choose Select All from the SOLIDWORKS Product Activation Window, verify the e-mail address is correct, and hit Next.

How do I enable advanced simulation in SOLIDWORKS?

In the SOLIDWORKS, click Tools > Add-Ins and in the Add-in dialog box, select SOLIDWORKS Simulation.

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