SOLIDWORKS PDM 2021 no longer uses Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.0, so it can be disabled if necessary. However, TLS 1.0 must be enabled in all earlier versions of SOLIDWORKS PDM (2019 and earlier). No, SOLIDWORKS does NOT support Windows Home editions. You may not experience any problems when using a version of Windows Home Edition, but SOLIDWORKS does not guarantee that this unsupported operating system will function properly. For medium and large PDM vaults, it is recommended that you use a separate dedicated server for the PDM database server. For performance reasons, no other database should be hosted on the same server as the PDM database. We recommend that you install the SOLIDWORKS PDM Database Server service (also known as the Database Helpdesk) on the same system that hosts the SQL Server software. These requirements apply to all SOLIDWORKS products unless otherwise noted. Use this information to ensure that you are always working with a system that is supported and optimized by SOLIDWORKS for Microsoft hardware, operating system, and products. For client systems, SOLIDWORKS PDM 2021 can only be installed on Windows 10.

SOLIDWORKS PDM 2020 SP5 was the last version compatible with Windows 7. For minimum system requirements for the SOLIDWORKS system, see the SOLIDWORKS System Requirements Web site. For optimal performance, Microsoft SQL Server 2019 is recommended for hosting SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional 2021 databases. This profile is intended for SOLIDWORKS 2021 users with large assemblies, complex parts, demanding sheet metal designs, moderate surface area, and/or FEA/CFD analysis. For the Archive Server and Web Server2 components, the CPU requirements are significantly lower. A recommended OpenGL workstation graphics card and driver. For a list of recommended video adapter and driver combinations, see the SOLIDWORKS/Video System Adapter Requirements Web site. www.solidworks.com/support/hardware-certification PDM system requirements are available here, www.solidworks.com/sw/support/SystemRequirements.html eDrawings and eDrawings Professional 2021 are supported on all operating systems listed above as well as macOS 10.14 or later. SOLIDWORKS customers often overlook the importance of having the right hardware to support their new 3D CAD purchase. A common question we are asked is what to consider before purchasing or upgrading equipment, so we thought it would be useful to gather all published system requirements with recommendations from our engineering team in one place. Here is the information for this year`s release of SOLIDWORKS compared to last year. The system requirements depend on the vault database that you are upgrading.

They are affected by the structure of the database, including the number of files, versions, and references converted. Below are details on specific hardware components. However, the entire system must be designed and assembled for optimal performance. Custom machines may be a cheaper option, but selecting individual components and connecting them may not be compatible or efficient. Cooling and thermal management are also an important aspect. Purchasing a fully built system from a computer manufacturer ensures that all components work properly together. Both Microsoft Office 2016 and 2019 are compatible with SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional 2021. We recommend that you use a 64-bit version of Microsoft Office.

Javelin recommends using a dedicated server to run the SOLIDWORKS PDM vault. In addition to maximum performance for CAD users, using a dedicated server allows version/revision control, workflow processes to be managed, and properties customized. Review the server requirements on the SOLIDWORKS System Requirements page. NOTE: Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 are NOT compatible with SOLIDWORKS PDM 2021. Intel® or AMD® with SSE2 support. A 64-bit operating system is required. SOLIDWORKS runs® on Apple Mac computers running Parallels or BootCamp. This is not a recommended hardware requirement. www.solidworks.com/sw/support/11168_ENU_HTML.htm NOTE: Non-server products are only supported in the Parallels environment. eDrawings is supported on® Apple Macintosh® computers. Mouse or other pointing device. DVD drive or Microsoft Excel 2016 or 2019 Internet Explorer version 11 or Microsoft Edge Anti-Virus ( www.solidworks.com/sw/support/AntiVirus_SW.html ) SOLIDWORKS PDM 2021 is officially supported on the following operating systems: www.solidworks.com/sw/support/solidworks-support.htm?tabshow=2 Provides an overview of our currently recommended SOLIDWORKS 2021 hardware/IT specifications.

Windows 10® Windows Server 2016®, 2019® virtual servers are supported for SNL only for those listed here (www.solidworks.com/sw/support/11168_ENU_HTML.htm). A newer version of SOLIDWORKS is never supported with an earlier version of PDM (for example, SOLIDWORKS 2021 is not compatible with SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional 2020). This profile is intended for SOLIDWORKS 2021 users with light or no analysis tools, assemblies containing up to 500 parts, sheet metal, and lightweight surfaces. If there is a firewall between client systems and servers, exceptions must be added for those ports. For maximum performance and stability, files must be edited locally. Files opened and saved directly over a network connection are always slower than a local drive and increase the likelihood of file corruption. Data management products such as SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard or SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional automatically manage the movement of files from network servers to local hard drives for maximum performance and stability. This is one of the many key benefits of a data management system. Learn more about SOLIDWORKS PDM.

SOLIDWORKS PDM 2021 requires Microsoft ODBC Drive 17.3 or later to install SQL Server on the database server and clients. The PDM Professional 2021 Add-in for SOLIDWORKS has been tested and fully supported for use with SOLIDWORKS 2021, 2020, and 2019. Although combinations of PDM Professional 2021 and older versions of SOLIDWORKS may work as 2018 or 2017, please note that they have not been officially tested by SOLIDWORKS Development and are therefore not fully supported. Note We strongly recommend that you do not install Microsoft SQL Server software on a system that acts as an Active Directory domain controller because this can cause several known issues, including security risks. The following versions of Microsoft SQL Server can be used to host PDM Professional 2021 vault databases: SOLIDWORKS 2021 is compatible with Microsoft Office 2016 and 2019. 64-bit editions are recommended. See the Microsoft Products table on the SOLIDWORKS System Requirements page. The NVIDIA Quadro RTX is the latest series of GPUs and is recommended for future growth. The previous-generation NVIDIA Quadro P series will still deliver powerful performance for those on a budget. The Quadro T series is specific to mobile workstations. Make sure that you have enough disk space after installation to allow Windows to run efficiently.

Keep at least 20 GB or 10% of your hard disk capacity as free space. Remember that the fastest machine is not a substitute for good design practices. Reducing contextual references, using large assembly modes, and other performance tools reduce the load on the processor. Javelin`s large assembly service can significantly improve your productivity by improving assembly performance through various techniques. SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard is included with SOLIDWORKS Professional and SOLIDWORKS Premium licenses. This provides easy access to standard data management and version control features. If you`re spending more money on a workstation, you can`t guarantee that you`ll get the most out of your investment. With hundreds of options and endless configurations, how do you know what`s best for your specific needs? Take the guesswork out with these preconfigured solutions curated by experts at SOLIDWORKS, Dell, and GoEngineer. The database can be hosted on SQL Server Standard or SQL Server Enterprise, but SQL Express should not be used to host a SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional vault database in a production environment due to performance limitations. All workstations used for the upgrade must have enough RAM to open the largest assembly to be converted. $2,600.82 List Price $1,828,100 Dell Price Additional 10% discount $1,645.38 GoEngineer Price For PDM archive storage, a hard drive with fast I/O speeds should be used, ideally an SSD.

Remote hard drives such as UNC share, NAS, or SAN are NOT recommended for storing PDM archives due to known performance issues in such environments.