Accessing the SOLIDWORKS PDM Task Host Configuration

Article by Joe Medeiros, CSWE updated May 26, 2013

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One crucial step that is often overlooked when setting up a PDM Task, is specifying in the SOLIDWORKS PDM Task Host Configuration which tasks can be executed on a computer.

On the computer that will be running the Task, right click on the PDM Icon.

PDM icon in the system tray

PDM icon in the system tray

Select Task Host Configuration.

Task host configuration

Task host configuration

Ensure that the correct File Vault is selected and check as an Add-in.

SOLIDWORKS PDM Task Host Configuration

SOLIDWORKS PDM Task Host Configuration

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Joe Medeiros, CSWE

Joe Medeiros is a SOLIDWORKS and PDM Certified Expert. He has been helping SOLIDWORKS users with training, mentoring and implementations since 1998. He combines industry experience with a thorough understanding of SOLIDWORKS products to assist customers in being successful. He shares his experience and expertise through blogs; one of which has been incorporated into the SOLIDWORKS Essentials training manual.