Recent content by helbling34

Just ran the benchmark. 67.94 seconds. I'll compare this with the spreadsheet. I didn't specify the workstations that we use-our IT manager did so I'm not sure about system cost, how much more we can spend, or if we're locked into Dell. Our current machines are not very old so I have my doubts.

Just ran the benchmark. 67.94 seconds. I'll compare this with the spreadsheet. I didn't specify the workstations that we use-our IT manager did so I'm not sure about system cost, how much more we can spend, or if we're locked into Dell. Our current machines are not very old so I have my doubts.

Yes, my CPU is quad-core. What's the best way to overcome this? Is there a CPU we should be using instead? Thanks!

One thing to take note of in regards to SpeedPak (mentioned by ShaggyPE): From SolidWorks help: "When you make changes to an assembly, such as adding, deleting, or moving components, the changes are not automatically incorporated into the SpeedPak configuration, even when you rebuild the...

Chris: Thanks I'll give it a look. We've implemented SW best practices for years but maybe we're missing something.

As I watch task manager, I'm having trouble believing that it's the CPU's. The reading never gets over 25%. Is SolidWorks just a dog when it comes to large assemblies?

Anna: What processor would you recommend to effectively work with assemblies of 5000+ components? Thanks!

CorBlimeyLimey: Changed the VM to zero and no improvement. I doubt that we can spend the money for new processors so additional patience will be required.

Uhhhh...thanks, do work for my SW reseller? :) Next I'll hear that SW 2011 is soooo much faster with assemblies. SW marketing thinks that we're all idiots.

Thanks but running Windows 7.

Yes, the computer recognizes the 16GB of RAM. The cpu is an Intel Core i7, 860@2.80GHz. My issue with SolidWorks is that it is sloooooowwww when working with an assembly this large. We were trying to increase the speed with the RAM increase. Thanks!

Yes, the computer recognizes the 16GB of RAM. The cpu is an Intel Core i7, 860@2.80GHz.

Our IT manager just upgraded our workstations from 8GB to 16GB of RAM. Task manager shows only 2.5GB is being used while working with a very large assembly (5000+ components; more RAM is available but not being used. Does Windows or SolidWorks need to be "told" that more RAM is available...

You might give "SpeedPak" a try for this. On the "configurations" tab right click on the configuration you want to save as a part and select "add SpeedPak". I think it may be better than the "save as" route.

Saving an assembly as a part was suggested a few years ago by our VAR. SW 2009 now has something called "SpeedPak" that might work even better for you. Take a look at the "What's New Highlights" under "help" in SW for details.