X64 issue?

[innov]

Hi, I'm running SW06 sp0.0 on an 64 X2 4200+ AMD processor, 2 gb ram, ATI FireGL V3100 pci express GC and Raid 0 HDs. I'm experiencing regular short freeze-ups, and also the occasional crash (every 2 days, give or take). I tried swapping out various hardware, but noticed nothing that appeared to make a difference. I'm currently running 32 bit Windows XP, is it possible there could be a conflict between that and the 64 bit processor?
Thanks

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

According to the SW site

http://www.solidworks.com/pages/services/videocardtesting.html

you should be using the 8.103.2 driver. Are you?

Also try updating to the latest SW SP.


Helpful SW websites FAQ559-520
How to get answers to your SW questions FAQ559-1091

 

[innov]

Thanks, the driver I'm using is 8.163.1.0, I'm thinking that would be newer than what you suggest.....correct me if I'm wrong

 

[StefanHamminga]

Both ATI and nVidia have made huge improvements in the dualcore support in their recent drivers, so start with the current FireGL driver:

https://a248.e.akamai.net/f/674/9206/0/

http://www2.ati.com/drivers/firegl/fireglxp-8.223-dd-cp-31009.exe

Also try to disable 'cool & quiet' in your bios.
If you have an Asus mainboard check the 'peg-link' setting in the bios.


Stefan Hamminga
EngIT Solutions
CSWP/Mechanical designer/AI student