SolidWorks Installation Guide
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Where to Download SolidWorks?
You can download the required files from:
This guide is based on the 2021 version, so newer versions may have slight differences. If you face major issues, open an Issue!
Important Requirements
- Windows OS (Mac/Linux not supported)
- Microsoft Excel (Activated & Accessible) – Required for SolidWorks to function
Alternative Links
If the 2021 link fails, try this archived link. No guarantee it will work.
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Direct Linking Issues?
If you encounter ERR_ADDRESS_INVALID, manually search:
Google: SolidWorks Cracked GetIntoPC
- Click the first result (must be
https://getintopc.com)
- Avoid phishing sites!
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Resources
- The actual guide is here, I advise using the video guide though!
- An AI-optimized version of this guide is available in the repository.
- A video tutorial is also available for easier setup.
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Video Guide
We successfully ported the tutorial video! Watch it here online.
Do note, this is based on the 2021 version of solidworks, and has been tested on 2021 and 2024
Common Issues & Fixes
1. License Error (-8 544 0)
- This is a Windows bug related to KB3072630
- No proper fix exists – Using the 2021 version is recommended.
- This issue is not caused by me but by the software host.
Apparently a valid fix can be done with the following:
“The application required netapi32.dll. You can obtain it through the Composer, then copy the file into the Program Files -> SolidWorks Corp -> SolidWorks directory. After that, launch SOLIDWORKS while disconnected from the internet.”
Credit to @Ahmadjerj in issue #4
2. Missing UI / Boxes
If you find missing UI especially the T&C this can be fixed by the Text Scale.
To do so, Go to Settings -> Display -> Text Size Scaling must be set to 100%
Credit to @Bing Bong Dot Com in issue #33
3. FlexNet Server Failure (Invalid Hostname)
FlexNet crashes if your hostname contains non-English characters (e.g., ö). To fix it:
- Open Command Prompt as Administrator
- Run:
wmic computersystem where name="%computername%" call rename name="NewHostname"
- Restart your system & FlexNet server.
4. Missing DLL Errors
Sometimes a dll file can be missing, the fix for this issue is found if you search the dll name and download it from this website dll-files. Make sure to scan for malware!!
- To uninstall solidworks due to a faulty installation or any issue. Check this guide
- To know more about the Suggestions feature, check out this informative text
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