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Scott Durksen, CSWE
How to Install Multiple Versions of 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Design
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on June 15, 2026
As organizations continue to adopt the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, it is common for users to ask whether multiple versions of 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS can coexist on the same workstation. While it is possible to save SOLIDWORKS files as a previous version, in some instances, it may require…
Understanding the SOLIDWORKS Simulation Add-In
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on June 8, 2026
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation add-in can be difficult to understand in terms of how it is selected, activated, and tied to licensing. Despite this, it is a powerful tool that allows engineers and designers to validate their designs directly within the SOLIDWORKS environment. What is the…
How to Update the SOLIDWORKS SolidNetWork License Manager
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on April 24, 2026
Keeping SOLIDWORKS running smoothly in a networked environment depends heavily on ensuring the SolidNetWork License Manager is up to date. Without updating the SolidNetWork License Manager, you risk exposing yourself to security risks and falling behind with key functionality for end users. The steps to…
How to Remove the SOLIDWORKS Toolbox Flag for Custom Fasteners
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on December 19, 2025
The SOLIDWORKS Toolbox is a great way to improve efficiency by using a standardized database of fasteners for components in an assembly. Each Toolbox part file contains a “flag” property to differentiate between standard parts and Toolbox parts. The flag has advantages for Toolbox components,…
How to Fix Wrong Size SOLIDWORKS Toolbox Components
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on December 17, 2025
If you’ve ever opened an assembly with SOLIDWORKS Toolbox components only to find that all of the sizes are wrong, the first reaction is panic and the dread of thinking all fasteners need to be reinserted. The Toolbox components will typically appear to be larger…
How to Move a Standalone SOLIDWORKS Toolbox to a Network Location
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on September 16, 2025
The SOLIDWORKS Toolbox, included with SOLIDWORKS Professional and SOLIDWORKS Premium licenses, is a powerful library of standard components that engineers can rely on daily. Having multiple users working on assemblies and referencing locally installed Toolbox databases can lead to version conflicts, missing sizes, and properties….
Troubleshooting 3DEXPERIENCE Connection Errors
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on August 1, 2025
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform enhances collaboration and eliminates geographical barriers for designers. As this is an online platform, a solid connection is required to ensure stability and performance. General checks can be performed for internet connection and bandwidth, but in some cases, there may be further…
Managing the Local 3DEXPERIENCE Cache
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on July 17, 2025
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform provides many benefits, including the ability to manage your files on the cloud for easy access anywhere, anytime. A local Windows Explorer folder is defined as a cache directory to load SOLIDWORKS models. These local files are uploaded to the 3DEXPERIENCE servers…
Troubleshooting Missing Bookmarks in 3DEXPERIENCE Bookmark Editor
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on May 30, 2025
Bookmarks in 3DEXPERIENCE are a powerful tool for organizing designs and data, helping users keep track of important files and projects. However, sometimes bookmarks may not be visible to all users. If you’ve encountered missing bookmarks in the 3DEXPERIENCE Bookmark Editor, don’t worry; there are…
Resolving SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager Error Messages
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on March 17, 2025
The SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager is a lightweight application used to download and install all of the SOLIDWORKS products. This can be downloaded by logging into the SOLIDWORKS Downloads website with a 3DEXPERIENCE ID. The 3DEXPERIENCE ID used must be associated with an account with an…
Using Auto-name and Enterprise Item Numbers (EIN) in 3DEXPERIENCE
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on March 12, 2025
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform offers multiple options for naming your models to ensure unique identifiers for your data. These options range from manual entry to automated numbering systems using formula-driven attributes and counters. When initially saved to the platform, a title is defined for the file…
How to Store Your SOLIDWORKS Libraries in 3DEXPERIENCE
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on February 28, 2025
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform enhances team collaboration by providing cloud-based data management and direct integration with SOLIDWORKS, enabling easy access and control of libraries and templates, including revision control and sharing capabilities.
SOLIDWORKS Administrative Images Setup Guide
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on October 1, 2024
SOLIDWORKS Administrative Images assist with installing SOLIDWORKS products across numerous machines. In general, this is most beneficial with 5+ machines using network serial numbers. Images are also useful for controlling the installation setup and settings. Users are unable to modify the installation, only install or…
Setting up a SOLIDWORKS SolidNetwork License Manager Options File to Control Network License Usage
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on September 11, 2024
The SolidNetwork License Manager is based on FLEXlm technology to host all Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS network licenses (SNL). License access can be controlled by setting up a SolidNetwork License Manager Options file. There are many option keywords available with FLEXlm.
The SOLIDWORKS CAD Admin Dashboard provides administrators with tools to be able to monitor performance, activated serial numbers, hardware and drivers, SOLIDWORKS session statistics and system options across all SOLIDWORKS users in your organization. This can be a powerful tool to help identify issues, such…