SolidWorks recommends using the latest Microsoft update of Windows, Office and Internet Explorer.SOLIDWORKS Product Support Lifecycle defines the End Of Support for SOLIDWORKS versions.SOLIDWORKS releases after the EOS are not supported for the said Microsoft product and SOLIDWORKS installation is blocked in the case of an operating system. End Of Support (EOS) corresponds to the last SOLIDWORKS release where a Microsoft product is supported (This is synchronized with the Microsoft Mainstream Support End Date).Microsoft/Apple Products Support Lifecycle (SOLIDWORKS 2018 and older) Microsoft/Apple Products Support Lifecycle (SOLIDWORKS 2019 - 2021) Products If you encounter install or runtime errors or warnings from your antivirus product, first check the SOLIDWORKS Knowledge Base for known issues or contact your SOLIDWORKS reseller.Consider creating exemptions for SOLIDWORKS file types and folder locations to improve SOLIDWORKS file based runtime performance such as File Open/Save/Save As and PDM Vault Checkin/Checkout.To ensure optimum performance, it is not recommended to install antivirus software on the SOLIDWORKS PDM vault server.Stay updated with the latest antivirus definition/signature file (This defines the known current vulnerabilities and exemptions).Keep your antivirus product updated to the latest version.Guidelines to help ensure SOLIDWORKS installation success and optimal runtime performance: SOLIDWORKS Composer is not supported in virtualized environments.For a complete listing, check Certified Cards and Drivers. SolidWorks has tested and certified graphics cards for virtualized environments. SOLIDWORKS and eDrawings require a GPU for optimal performance in a virtualized environment.SSD drives recommended for optimal performance PDM Contributor/Viewer or Electrical Schematic: 8 GB or more

Use this information to ensure you are always working with a SOLIDWORKS-supported and optimized system for hardware, operating system and Microsoft products. These requirements apply to all SOLIDWORKS products except where noted. SOLIDWORKS and SW Data Management System Requirements

Solidworks 2018 to 2017