Running 32 bit SE on 64 bit platform 2

[KENAT]

We are having trouble working with some large assy's and are looking at the various factors that affect it. We've already upgraded the data server, tried a faster network link on one machine, got the 4GB with 3GB switch on several machines etc. all this helps but we're looking at stretching it more. I've looked at some of the other posts on here, data from UGS/Siemans etc and last week (or maybe week before) had one of their guys in.


Got this from the Siemans IT guy:

FAQ 64 Bit ...

3. If customers still require more resources then advise them to run 32 bit Solid Edge on a 64 bit platform. XP64 will allow us to access 4 GB of RAM vs 2 GB in XP 32-bit and vs. 3 GB with XP + the 3 GB switch in boot.ini. This will allow them to open larger assemblies, create larger drawing views, and have more memory to use across the board, without loosing any Solid Edge functionality. ...

Is anyone doing this to get the extra GB of RAM?

If so any comments, issues, problems, massive benefits etc.

Thanks,

KENAT, probably the least qualified checker you'll ever meet...

 

[beachcomber]

"...one half of our business loves putting assy tooling in the assy model"
Why ????
Is it part of the BOM ?

bc.
2.4GHz Core2 Quad, 4GB RAM,
Quadro FX4600.

 

[KENAT]

No it's not part of the BOM/Parts List.

As to why, in summary, becuase they're idiots.

KENAT, probably the least qualified checker you'll ever meet...

 

[beachcomber]

Hi Kenat,
"..because they're idiots"
- as I suspected, but I just thought there might be a really good reason.

bc.
2.4GHz Core2 Quad, 4GB RAM,
Quadro FX4600.

 

[KENAT]

In fairness I suppose there may be a good reason but I'm not aware of it, and can't think what it would be.

Cheers.

KENAT, probably the least qualified checker you'll ever meet...

 

[beachcomber]

Kenat,
How are things going now that you have the new super machine ?
Are the SoildWorks guys still moaning ?
Here's another thread on the SW forum with 1 or 2 comments about poor performance in SW.
thread559-223458
I think I upset a few poeple on there because I dared to suggest that someone who had asked about CAD comparisons should check out SolidEdge V21 with the new technology.
They REALLY take it personally don't they !
I got comments about it being vapourware, just a demo gimmic, and how Siemens/UG were abandoning history based modelling was an admission of failure to make it work properly.
Of course I couldn't resist the challenge and posted a reply. Since then the thread has disappeared (unless I've been blocked from it)
Soon be holiday time again.

bc.
2.4GHz Core2 Quad, 4GB RAM,
Quadro FX4600.

 

[PatCouture]

You are right beach I think you hit a nerve there. I don't think you've been blocked from it because I can't find it either!

I'm really glad that you came up with it because obviously the SW people don't want to mention ST even exist.

Patrick

 

[beachcomber]

Thanks for letting me know Pat - have a star.
Glad you liked it.
Shame for the guy who wanted impartial advice though.

bc.
2.4GHz Core2 Quad, 4GB RAM,
Quadro FX4600.

 

[KENAT]

The machine seems to be going OK, one condition of getting the extra RAM was we now have to share it with Analysis users but fundamentally it's working pretty well I believe - haven't really had a chance to use it myself.

I didn't see the thread but can only imagine some of the comments etc. The solid works crowd often are convinced that there's is the best system and will fight to the proverbial death over it! While I've used SE a long time and like it, I'm not gonna claim it's the only CAD package worth anything etc. like they seem to.

Haven't heard much from the SW guys here although the old pro E guy still whines a bit, though he rarely directly compares to Pro E anymore. I am under no illusion that we've won the fight but am enjoying the lull!

As to CAD comparison threads in general take a look at thread724-223361

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