Dassault Systèmes has evolved. Modern versions of SolidWorks (2020 onwards) use:
: Save the file. If Windows denies saving, right-click the hosts file in File Explorer, select Properties , and ensure Read-only is unchecked. Troubleshooting Common Blocks Solidworks Host File Block
To solve this without manually hunting down every registry key, Sarah used a : Dassault Systèmes has evolved
When you type www.google.com , your computer asks a DNS server for the IP address. However, the Hosts file acts as a . If you tell your computer that www.google.com points to 127.0.0.1 (your own machine), your browser will be unable to reach Google. Troubleshooting Common Blocks To solve this without manually
: After saving, open a Command Prompt and type ipconfig /flushdns to ensure the system recognizes the new local mapping.
, but your network is having trouble resolving that name, you can "hardcode" the IP address in your hosts file. This bypasses the network lag and connects you instantly. Blocking "Telemetry" or Update Checks: Sometimes, background processes (like sldworks.exe
Some IT administrators block telemetry or "phoning home" for privacy reasons. However, Dassault has become aggressive. If their servers cannot reach your installation, they may flag your license key as "inactive" or "hijacked," leading to a support nightmare. Always allow SolidWorks through your firewall.