Solidworks 2008 where to store files
Solidworks 2008 where to store files
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Hi folks,
We have three seats of 2008 and no PDM works.
We have to store our SW files somewhere but not on the main server computer. Currently they are stored on one of the SW PCs, this is not ideal as performance is very degraded. A USB external hard disk drive is not an option as this is even worse.
Does anyone have a workable solution?
Thanks in advance!
We have three seats of 2008 and no PDM works.
We have to store our SW files somewhere but not on the main server computer. Currently they are stored on one of the SW PCs, this is not ideal as performance is very degraded. A USB external hard disk drive is not an option as this is even worse.
Does anyone have a workable solution?
Thanks in advance!






RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
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Colin Fitzpatrick
Mechanical Design Engineer
Solidworks 2007 SP 4.0
Dell 390 XP Pro SP 2
Intel 2 Duo Core, 2GB RAM
nVida Quadro FX 3450 512 MB
RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
We do not keep our SW files on the companys server because when we did, we were getting a `failed to save' error.
RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
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Colin Fitzpatrick
Mechanical Design Engineer
Solidworks 2007 SP 4.0
Dell 390 XP Pro SP 2
Intel 2 Duo Core, 2GB RAM
nVida Quadro FX 3450 512 MB
RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
Sorry,
Should have explained.
We have an "IT manager", much like many other "IT managers",
a bit hit and miss. I am CCNA qualified and know my networks, alas, I am not permitted admin priv. as I am only employed as a draughtsman with this company. The VAR had people in here on 3 occasions, no conclusion other than me putting all the files on my PC and the other two guys having performance issues. It is a workaround I am looking for not a logical conclusion. Maybe a network drive or similar.
Thanks
RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
To have your files stored on a local machine is risky business. What happens if the HD craps out? You guys are risking loosing big bucks (time and energy) by not having your files on a server that is consistently backed up. Better to spend some money now that to loose it later.
Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
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4GB RAM
Nvidia 3500M
RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
If you know what is wrong, or think you can find the problem, then you should go to your superiors and make them give you the chance to fix things with your network. A little effort now will prevent huge problems in the near future. It doesn't take long for bad processes and work flow to turn into a nightmare.
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RE: Solidworks 2008 where to store files
Get the correct hardware, install a server, fire your IT Manager. (not necessarily in that order).
You will be more efficient and happier in the long run.
Chris
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AutoCAD 06
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