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Troubleshooting

The troubleshooting topics addressed in this section can help you resolve common performance and display issues.

Reviewing these topics first enables you to more efficiently communicate with subject matter experts (such as support if you are a subscription user) should you require further guidance. Included topics:

Prevention File maintenance recommendations
Hardware System problems and requirements
Graphics adapters and drivers Requirements and recommendations
Display Display issues not related to adapters and drivers
Printing Potential resolutions with printing issues

For examples of specific errors in building SolidWorks sketches and models, see Error Messages Overview.

For help in diagnosing errors, see Troubleshooting Resources.

Contents

  • Troubleshooting Resources

    Summary of troubleshooting resources available within SolidWorks and at the SolidWorks web site.

  • SolidWorks Rx

    SolidWorks Rx analyzes your system, suggests possible solutions, and captures data that can help technical support personnel diagnose problems.

  • SolidWorks Resource Monitor

    The SolidWorks Resource Monitor utility monitors resources that your SolidWorks software or your system is using. When you are running low on resources, the SolidWorks Resource Monitor provides messages in the notification area of the Windows taskbar that help you take action to avoid a system failure or a loss of data.

  • Preventive File Management

    Preventive file management on your hard disk can avoid future problems in both the software and hardware areas.

  • Hardware Issues and Recommendations

    Suggestions for verifying that your system meets the recommended system requirements and for addressing other basic hardware-related issues.

  • Graphics Adapters and Drivers

    How to identify your graphics adapters, and suggestions for solving video display or performance issues.

  • Display Issues

    Suggestions for solving performance or display irregularities.

  • Printing Issues

  • Error Messages

    Error messages, and possible solutions for solving errors in creating SolidWorks sketches and models.



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