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    PROGGRESSIVE DIE STRIP LAYOUT PROBLEM

    I have been using NX for about 4 years, when I use the proggressive die strip layout button an incorrect box appears and I was wondering if anyone could tell me what I need to do to get the correct box to appear so I can use this option. I am using NX 7.5. I seen this before when I was in the...
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    NX5 64-bit No Numerical Keypad?

    I had the same problem and then I did a little reserch and discovered something that has worked for me so far, In the "ugii_env.dat" file there is a setting for the keyboard where you can specify what keyboard you are using. To find where it is located it is best to do a find and type in...
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    NX 5 progressive die standard parts library

    I am working with nx5 progressive die. We have multiple seats and the designers want to share the standard parts library. Is this possible and if so how? Thanks David
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    FILE NAMES

    Thanks, That worked.
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    FILE NAMES

    SIWY, If you would do that it would be great. Thanks
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    FILE NAMES

    example "cam_slide" needs to be named "2875_01_215" the "2875" is the customers die number the "01" is there operation number and the "215" is the detail number(or callout) that the bom gives it. Thanks for the quick response.
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    FILE NAMES

    Thanks for the response, I have read on the cloning but I can't figure out how to get it to reference the callout attribute the bom gives it. That is the only thing I am missing. Thank you again.
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    FILE NAMES

    I am new to NX, I have NX 5 and I was wondering if there is a way to change the name of all the files in an assembly. The reason for this is I have a customer who wants to change the name of all files to match his file system. He tells me this after we have several designs completed. Can any one...

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