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-====== SolidWorks ​2014 Installation ======+====== SolidWorks ​2021 and 2023 Installation ======
 Due to the size of the installation,​ please DO NOT attempt to install this application via a wireless or VPN network connection. ​ Prior to installing any new version or upgrade, please ​ Due to the size of the installation,​ please DO NOT attempt to install this application via a wireless or VPN network connection. ​ Prior to installing any new version or upgrade, please ​
 ensure that you are connected to a live, wired, Ethernet jack on campus and that your wireless network interface is disabled. ensure that you are connected to a live, wired, Ethernet jack on campus and that your wireless network interface is disabled.
 +
 +//Note: Installation of SolidWorks in a virtual machine, whether on a Windows, Mac, or Linux host, is not supported.//​
  
 ===== Pre-Installation instructions ===== ===== Pre-Installation instructions =====
-This installation process will install the entire ​2014 SolidWorks suite, including all other applications such as eDrawings, DWGeditor, SolidWorks Explorer, SolidWorks Installation manager, and all COSMOS applications. ​ In order to use these latest application versions, you must perform the following tasks:+This installation process will install the entire ​2021 SolidWorks suite, including all other applications such as eDrawings, DWGeditor, SolidWorks Explorer, SolidWorks Installation manager, and all COSMOS applications. ​ In order to use these latest application versions, you must perform the following tasks:
  
   - Backup any existing Solidworks files you wish to keep or have available after the upgrade. (parts, assemblies, drawings, document templates, sheet formats, library features and form tools).  ​   - Backup any existing Solidworks files you wish to keep or have available after the upgrade. (parts, assemblies, drawings, document templates, sheet formats, library features and form tools).  ​
-  ​- [[http://​www.javelin-tech.com/​main/​support/​pdf/​solidworks_uninstall.pdf|Uninstall all previous versions of Solidworks and Solidworks related applications]]+  ​ 
-    - All COSMOS applications+==== Remove previous version ==== 
-      - COSMOS FloWorks +Uninstall all previous versions of Solidworks and Solidworks related applications:​ 
-      - COSMOS Motion +  * If you are uninstalling Solidworks 2019
-      - COSMOS Works +    * Make sure you are connected the **OLIN** WiFi network. 
-    ​Solidworks ​2013 or earlier +    * Press the **Windows Key** + **R** to open the run prompt. 
-    ​- DWGeditor +    * Copy the following link and paste it into the run prompt. Hit **Enter**. 
-    ​- eDrawings +    ​[[\\fsvs01\Applications\Public\netapps\SolidWorks\2019\SP03\StartSWInstall.hta]] 
-    ​- Solidworks Installation Manager +  * If you are uninstalling a different version of Solidworks: 
-    ​- Solidworks Explorer +    ​* Access Window'​s **Apps & Features** removal service and select **Solidworks**. 
-  - Reboot your computer+    ​* The first checkbox for **Program Files and Folder** should be checked off for you 
 +    ​* Click to mark checkboxes for both **Registry Entries** as well as **Data Files and Folders**  
 +      * These checkboxes may be located under **Advanced Options** 
 +    ​* Click the "​Uninstall SOLIDWORKS products now" button 
 +      * The white window that is currently open should close and the installation manager will appear momentarily
  
-===== Installing SolidWorks ​2014 ===== +:!: Following removal, please reboot your computer before proceeding with installation of the latest version 
-  - Copy and paste the following link into the Run command from the Start Menu: [[\\fsvs01\Applications\Public\netapps\SolidWorks\2014\StartSWInstall.hta]] +===== Installing SolidWorks ​2021/​2023 ​===== 
-    * **Note:​**  ​this installer will determine if you run [[32_or_64|32-bit or 64-bit]] operating system and install the appropriate edition for you. +    * **Note:​**  ​If your laptop is Dell  Mobile Precision 3551, after installing ​Solidworks ​2021/2023 you will have to disable ​the onboard graphics card before you can use Solidworks. ​To do so:
-  - The Solidworks ​Master Setup window should open. +
-  - Click the **Install ​Solidworks** button This will install the entire suite of applications. +
-  - Please note that this is a silent installation and will proceed without giving the user any options. +
-    - :!: If your system is low on disk space, the installation may quit unexpectedly without giving an error code. +
-  - Once all applications have been installed you’ll see a window indicating that the SolidWorks installation is complete. ​  ​Uncheck the **Run SolidWorks now** box and Click **Done**+
  
 +  - In the search box type in "​Device Manager"​.
 +  - In the Device Manager window that opens, expand Display adapters.
 +  - Right-click the Intel Graphics adapter and select "​Disable this device"​.
 +  - select yes when you are asked if you really want to disable it.
 +  - close the Device manager window.
 +  - Start your Sollidworks 2021/2023 program.
 +==== On-Domain systems ====
  
 +  * Press the windows key and search for "​Company Portal"​ and select it (NOTE: If you do not have Company Portal, contact IT or follow the "​Alternative Installation Instructions"​) 
 +  *  Select SolidWorks, and the installation should begin automatically.
 +
 +Alternative Installation Instructions:​
 +  * Copy and paste the following link into your File Explorer:
 +  *  [[\\fsvs01\Applications\Public\netapps\SolidWorks]]
 +  * Once you are in the SolidWorks folder, select the version you want to install, and copy the folder to your device.
 +  * Run the file called [[startswinstall]] ​
 +  * Once SolidWorks is done installing, **delete the SolidWorks folder**
 +==== Cross-Registered & Off-Domain systems ====
 +  * Copy and paste the following link into your File Explorer:
 +  *  [[\\fsvs01\Applications\Public\netapps\SolidWorks]]
 +      * You will be prompted for credentials to connect to fsvs01.olin.edu at this point. ​ Please use your Olin network credentials:​
 +        * **Username:​** ​ //​__olin.edu\<​your Olin domain username>​__//​
 +        * **Password:​** ​ //<your Olin domain password>//​
 +          * NOTE:  You MUST specifiy **__olin.edu\__** preceding your username
 +
 +  * Once you are in the SolidWorks folder, select the version you want to install, and copy the folder to your device.
 +  * Run the file called [[startswinstall]] ​
 +  * Once SolidWorks is done installing, **delete the SolidWorks folder**
 +===== SolidWorks PDM =====
 Solidworks PDM instructions can be found [[pdm|here]]. Solidworks PDM instructions can be found [[pdm|here]].
 +
 +===== License Borrowing & Returning =====
 +SolidWorks licenses can be borrowed for use without internet or VPN connectivity using the **SolidNetWork License Manager**.  ​
 +Additional details can be found as documented by SolidWorks:
 +  * [[http://​help.solidworks.com/​2019/​English/​Installation/​install_guide/​t_borrowing_snl_licenses.htm|Borrowing SolidNetWorks Licenses]]
 +  * [[http://​help.solidworks.com/​2019/​English/​Installation/​install_guide/​t_returning_borrowed_snl_licenses.htm|Returning SolidNetWorks Licenses]]
 +