Creating an Admin Image in SolidWorks
Welcome to this tutorial where we will learn how to create an admin image in SolidWorks. An admin image is a useful tool that allows you to deploy and install SolidWorks on multiple computers within your organization. By creating an admin image, you can streamline the installation process and ensure consistent settings across all the machines.
Step 1: Launching the Installation Manager
To begin, open the SolidWorks Installation Manager. You can usually find it in the folder where you downloaded or extracted the SolidWorks installation files. Once you locate it, double-click on “Setup.exe” to launch the Installation Manager.
Step 2: Choosing the Installation Type
After launching the Installation Manager, you will be presented with a list of installation options. Select “Create an Administrative Image” from the list and click “Next” to proceed.
Step 3: Specifying the Admin Image Location
In this step, you need to specify where you want to create the admin image on your computer. Choose a location that is easily accessible and has enough disk space. Click “Next” when you have selected the desired location.
Step 4: Selecting Products and Packages
In this step, you can choose which products and packages you want to include in your admin image. The available options may vary depending on your SolidWorks license. Select the desired products and packages by checking their corresponding boxes, then click “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Configuring Options
This step allows you to configure various options for your admin image. You can specify additional languages, customize installation settings, or add serial numbers if necessary. Make sure to review and modify these options according to your requirements before proceeding.
Substep 5.1: Additional Languages
If you need to install SolidWorks in multiple languages, you can add them in this substep. Simply check the boxes next to the languages you want to include, and they will be added to your admin image.2: Installation Settings
In this substep, you can customize the installation settings for your admin image. You can choose the installation location, specify file locations, or enable advanced options such as Toolbox or Electrical libraries.3: Serial Numbers
If you have multiple serial numbers for different products or packages, you can add them in this substep. Simply click on “Add Serial Numbers” and enter the required information.
Step 6: Summary
In this step, review the summary of your admin image configuration. Make sure all the selected products, packages, and options are correct. If everything looks good, click “Next” to proceed.
Step 7: Creating the Admin Image
In this final step, SolidWorks will start creating your admin image based on the selected configuration. This process may take some time depending on the size of your selected products and packages.
- Note: Ensure that you have administrative privileges on your computer to create an admin image.
- Note: The created admin image will be saved as an MSI (Microsoft Installer) file.
Congratulations! You have successfully created an admin image in SolidWorks. Now you can use this admin image to install SolidWorks on multiple computers by simply running the MSI file.
By utilizing an admin image, you can save time and effort by deploying SolidWorks across your organization with consistent settings. This method is particularly beneficial for large-scale installations or when you need to ensure uniformity in the software configuration.
Thank you for following this tutorial. We hope this information helps in simplifying the installation process of SolidWorks within your organization.