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    How to anchor a part in an assembly

    Does anyone know how to anchor a part in an assembly after a step file conversion? I've converted a vendor assembly from a step file and I'm trying to re-create constraints. However when I try mating two parts, both of the parts will move out in the workspace. I would like to anchor or fix one...
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    Transfer seed part properties to a step file

    In NX3, is there a way to transfer seed part information to a converted .prt file from step? I've inherited hundreds of step files and I hate to add every layer and property from our company seed file after I convert them to .prt
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    NX3 vs. NX4 graphics performance?

    I'm working several project on NX3 and NX4, due to client's request. However I'm seeing a difference in graphics performance with NX4 running better than NX3. Has anyone experienced a difference in performace between the two or do I need to adjust my graphics settings in NX3? My box: Dell...
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    how to resolve sub assemblies from a step conversion

    Everytime I convert a step file204 from UG to SW 2005 all the parts in the assembly and sub assembly remain unresolve. Is there a way to resolve them all at once. I tried resolving the top level, but it still leaves the rest unresolved.
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    PDM for NX3 and Solidworks

    Can someone recommend a user friendly PDM for NX3 and Solidworks environment? I have ruled out Teamcenter and Smartteam due to the high cost. We are a small engineering company looking to control our 3D part models and drawings.

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