Omar Khalid
SOLIDWORKS Plastics is a powerful injection moulding simulation tool that is fully integrated with the SOLIDWORKS application. It is not a standalone application, so you will need to install SOLIDWORKS as well. SOLIDWORKS Plastics uses a unique alphanumeric code provided by Dassault Systèmes upon purchase to activate and authenticate the software. This product key is required to ensure the software is legally obtained and properly registered. To install SOLIDWORKS Plastics, you will need to first open the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager and choose the option to modify the installation. If your Plastics has the same serial number as SOLIDWORKS, you will not need to enter the SOLIDWORKS Plastics serial number.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| What is SolidWorks Plastics? | A powerful injection molding simulation tool that helps optimize the design and manufacturability of plastic parts and injection molds. |
| How to Install | If Plastics has the same serial number as SOLIDWORKS, you will not need to fill in the SOLIDWORKS Plastics serial number. If they are different, you will need to enter the Plastics serial number separately. |
| Where to Find Serial Number | The serial number can be found by launching the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager and selecting 'Modify your installation'. |
| License Key | A unique alphanumeric code provided by Dassault Systèmes upon purchase of a SOLIDWORKS product. This is required to activate and authenticate the software. |
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What You'll Learn
Locating the SOLIDWORKS serial number
The SOLIDWORKS serial number is important as it determines the products a user can install and use. It is also important to keep track of the serial number as it cannot be retrieved from the machine itself. Here are the steps to locate the SOLIDWORKS serial number:
Inside SOLIDWORKS
- Launch the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager from the Start menu or Control Panel.
- Choose the option to modify the installation.
- The Installation Manager will display the current serial number used for the installation.
Inside the Windows Control Panel
Right-click the Windows Start button, select Run, and then type ‘regedit’ and press enter. The registry editor window will open. Use the following path to locate your serial number: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > SOFTWARE > SolidWorks > Licenses > Serial Numbers.
Inside the Windows Registry Editor
The serial number can also be found on the server machine by following this path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\SolidWorks\Licenses\Serial Numbers. The serial number is stored in a key named SolidNetWork License.
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Opening the Installation Manager
To open the Installation Manager, launch the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager from either the Start menu or the Control Panel. From there, you can choose to modify the installation. This will bring up the Installation Manager, which will display the current serial number used for the installation. This serial number is part of your SOLIDWORKS license key, provided by Dassault Systèmes upon purchase.
The SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager allows you to modify your installation and access the serial number, which is essential for activating and authenticating the software. It is a crucial step in the installation and activation process of SOLIDWORKS and ensures that you can access all the necessary features of the software.
You can also open the SolidNetWork License Manager on the server where it is installed. This will allow you to navigate to the "License Usage" tab and access the serial numbers for your network licenses, showing which licenses are currently in use. Having access to the SolidNetWork License Manager provides an overview of your network licenses and helps manage multiple installations.
By opening the Installation Manager and, if needed, the SolidNetWork License Manager, you can view and modify your SOLIDWORKS installation details. This includes accessing serial numbers and license information, which are vital for ensuring compliance with software licensing agreements and activating the full functionality of the SOLIDWORKS software.
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Modifying the installation
To modify the installation of SolidWorks Plastics, follow these steps:
- Open the Installation Manager: Launch the SolidWorks Installation Manager from the Start menu or Control Panel.
- Modify Installation: Choose the option to modify the installation. The Installation Manager will display the current serial number used for the installation. This serial number is part of your license key.
- Open SolidNetWork License Manager: On the server with the SolidNetWork License Manager installed, open it.
- Navigate to License Information: Go to the "License Usage" tab, select "Modify," and then choose the option to "Move your product license(s) to a new/upgraded computer".
- Review Serial Numbers: The serial numbers for the network licenses will be displayed, showing which licenses are currently in use. This will help ensure that you have the necessary license for the modification.
By following these steps, you can modify your SolidWorks Plastics installation by updating your license information and moving it to a new or upgraded computer.
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Using the SolidNetWork License Manager
To use the SolidNetWork License Manager, you must first launch the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager from the Start menu or Control Panel. Then, choose the option to modify the installation. This will display the current serial number used for the installation, which is part of your license key.
Next, open the SolidNetWork License Manager on the server where it is installed. Navigate to the "License Usage" tab and select "Modify". From there, choose the option to "Move your product license(s) to a new/upgraded computer". This will display the serial numbers for the network licenses, allowing you to see which licenses are currently in use.
The SolidNetWork License Manager is a useful tool for managing your SOLIDWORKS product licenses and ensuring they are properly utilised across your network. It provides an overview of license usage and allows you to make changes or upgrades as needed.
If you encounter any issues or need further assistance with finding your SOLIDWORKS License Key, you can reach out to the provided email address for support: [email protected]. They can provide additional guidance or troubleshooting steps if needed.
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Navigating the License Information tab
To navigate the License Information tab, follow these steps:
- Open the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager: You can launch the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager from the Start menu or Control Panel.
- Modify your installation: In the Installation Manager, choose the option to modify your installation.
- View the serial number: The Installation Manager will display the current serial number associated with your installation. This serial number is part of your license key.
- Open SolidNetWork License Manager: On the server where SolidNetWork License Manager is installed, open the application.
- Navigate to License Usage: Within SolidNetWork License Manager, go to the "License Usage" tab. From here, you can select the Modify option to move your product license(s) to a new or upgraded computer.
- View network license serial numbers: By navigating to the "License Usage" tab and selecting "Modify," you will be able to see the serial numbers for your network licenses. This information will also indicate which licenses are currently in use.
It is important to ensure that your installation version matches the activated version of the Plastics license. If they do not match, you may need to re-activate the license server manager. You can usually check the version information under "License Usage."
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Frequently asked questions
To find your SolidWorks Plastics product key, you will need to locate your SolidWorks serial number. You can do this by launching the SolidWorks Installation Manager from the Start menu or Control Panel. Once the Installation Manager appears, select 'Modify your installation' and the serial number will be displayed on the next screen.
A SolidWorks License Key is a unique alphanumeric code provided by Dassault Systèmes upon purchase of a SolidWorks product. This key is required to activate and authenticate the software, ensuring that it is legally obtained and properly registered.
If you have all your licenses set up to be renewed at the same time, you may only need one SolidWorks serial number for all your assets. However, if you have separate individual seats of products such as Composer, Plastics, or Inspection that are not tied to your SolidWorks seat, then you will have a separate serial number for each product.
