How Do I Activate My SolidWorks License for Free?
So, you’ve got your hands on a copy of SolidWorks and you’re ready to start designing amazing 3D models. But before you can dive into the world of CAD, you need to activate your SolidWorks license. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to do just that – and the best part is, it’s completely free!
Step 1: Downloading SolidWorks
Before we get started with the activation process, make sure you have the latest version of SolidWorks installed on your computer. You can download it from the official SolidWorks website or other trusted sources.
Step 2: Launching SolidWorks
Once you have installed SolidWorks, launch the application by double-clicking on its icon. You will be greeted with a welcome screen that gives you various options to choose from.
Step 3: Choosing the License Type
In order to activate your license for free, select the “Use SolidWorks with a network license” option. This will allow you to activate your license without needing a serial number.
Step 4: Configuring License Settings
In this step, you need to configure your license settings. Click on the “Modify” button and select “Specify a License Server” from the drop-down menu.
Enter “localhost” in the Server text box and click “Next. “
Note:
- If you are using a different machine as your license server, enter its IP address instead of “localhost.”
- If you don’t know how to set up a license server, refer to the official documentation provided by SolidWorks.
Step 5: Activating the License
Now comes the exciting part – activating your license! On the next screen, select the option “Activate/Reactivate my product license” and click “Next.”
Step 6: Choosing the Activation Method
In this step, you can choose between two activation methods – online or manual. For free activation, we’ll choose the manual method.
Online Activation:
If you have an active internet connection, you can select the online activation method. SolidWorks will connect to the activation server and automatically activate your license.
Manual Activation:
If you don’t have an internet connection or prefer a manual approach, select this option. SolidWorks will generate a unique machine ID for your computer, which you need to provide to generate an activation code.
Step 7: Generating the Activation Code
If you chose the manual activation method in the previous step, follow these instructions to generate your activation code:
- Note down or copy the machine ID displayed on your screen.
- Open a web browser and go to SolidWorks’ official website.
- Navigate to their license activation page and enter your machine ID.
- Click on “Generate Activation Code” and wait for it to process.
- The website will provide you with an activation code specific to your machine ID.
Step 8: Entering the Activation Code
In this final step, enter the activation code provided by SolidWorks into the designated text box. Click “Next” and voila! Your SolidWorks license is now activated and ready to use.
Congratulations! You have successfully activated your SolidWorks license for free. Now you can unleash your creativity and dive into the world of CAD with one of the most powerful 3D modeling software available.
Remember: License activation is a crucial step, and it’s important to ensure you are using the software legally. If you have any doubts or questions regarding licensing, contact SolidWorks support or refer to their official documentation for more information.