How to install SolidWorks for the first time
Do I need to download SolidWorks onto every computer to install it?
When installing SolidWorks, should I get the latest version when prompted?
How do I uninstall SolidWorks?
How Do I Install SolidWorks 2011 on my computer if I have never installed SolidWorks before?
See the following page for detailed step by step instructions.
Do I need to download SolidWorks onto every computer to install it?
Yes, it can take a long time. And that’s why SolidWorks has made it easy for you to download all the files you’ll need, and make those files available to all computers on which you need to install. When running the Installation manager, click “Download Only”, and that will download all the files needed to install SolidWorks on any computer.
I’m in the middle of installing, and I get a notification that there is a newer version available, should I get the latest version?
No, do not click “Get the latest version” if you are in the middle of an installation, as this will initiate a new download. Instead, click “Check to see what this upgrade includes”, and see if the Service Pack contains fixes to specific problems you have had. If there are no fixes pertaining to your needs, you don’t need to update at all.
How do I uninstall SolidWorks?
Uninstall SolidWorks 2011 Instructions
Uninstall SolidWorks 2010 Instructions