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Important Note: SolidWorks 2018 is no longer supported by Dassault Systèmes. Activation requires a valid serial number from an active subscription or a standalone license purchased before the end of its lifecycle.

4. Pre‑installation preparation

  1. Back up important files and uninstall incompatible or pre‑existing SolidWorks versions if advised by your IT policy. Multiple major versions can coexist but may complicate file associations.
  2. Update Windows to latest patches and ensure .NET Framework versions required by the 2018 installer are present.
  3. Install latest certified GPU driver for SolidWorks 2018 (from workstation vendor or NVIDIA/AMD certified list).
  4. Turn off antivirus/real‑time scanning temporarily during install if corporate policy allows; at minimum, configure installer exclusions to prevent interrupted installs.
  5. For network licenses: set up a dedicated license server machine meeting server requirements; ensure DNS/host resolution between clients and server.
  6. Obtain SolidWorks 2018 serial number and login credentials for the SolidWorks Customer Portal, if applicable.

Finish: Once the "Activation Successful" message appears, you are ready to start modeling. Troubleshooting Common Errors solidworks 2018 download and install new

Set Paths: It is best practice to add "2018" to the end of your installation and Toolbox folders (e.g., C:\Program Files\SOLIDWORKS Corp 2018) to avoid conflicts with other versions. Important Note: SolidWorks 2018 is no longer supported

Method 3: Trial (For 7-30 Days)

Dassault no longer officially provides a trial for 2018. The current trial is for the latest version. Warning: Avoid third-party "cracked" or "free download" websites. They often contain malware, keyloggers, or corrupted installers. A "new install" of a compromised copy can ruin your Windows registry. Back up important files and uninstall incompatible or

Note: Exact supported OS/service pack list and certified hardware/drivers should be verified from SolidWorks System Requirements for 2018 (consult reseller/docs) before installing.

  1. Run the installation file (setup.exe) and follow the prompts to start the installation process.
  2. Select the installation type: "Full Installation" or "Custom Installation". If you're new to SolidWorks, we recommend choosing the "Full Installation" option.
  3. Choose the products you want to install, including SolidWorks, SolidWorks Simulation, and SolidWorks Visualize.
  4. Select the installation location and language.
  5. Agree to the license agreement and click "Install" to start the installation process.