19 Replies Latest reply on Sep 26, 2017 1:34 AM by Rohit Rajan

dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Rohit Rajan Aug 12, 2017 10:28 PM

any body using dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

If yes...is it able to handle assemblies upto 1000 parts?

would you recommend this mobile workstation ?

Re: dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Solid Air Aug 12, 2017 11:35 PM (in response to Rohit Rajan)

Well it is listed on the SolidWorks website as certified as long as you buy the model with the Nvidia Quadro M620 graphics card. I would recommend going with 16GB of ram (does not add that much cost). I would not anticipate any problems with a 1000 component assembly. Hopefully you plan to use it with an external monitor. The 15.6 display it comes with is small in my opinion.
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  Rohit Rajan Aug 13, 2017 12:36 AM (in response to Solid Air)
  
  Thanks Solid Air.
  
  My budget wont permit a 7520 so would settle for 3520 version.
  I hope the build quality is good...because even though its entry level mobile workstation, here in India it is still costly.
  
  Regarding external monitor i would decide when i start using the laptop for work.
  
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Re: dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Jaja Jojo Aug 13, 2017 2:05 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)

How much does it cost in india?
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  Rohit Rajan Aug 13, 2017 2:08 AM (in response to Jaja Jojo)
  
  the laptop model 3520 precision i got a quote for with i7 7820hq 8gb ram,500 HDD ,1920X1080 FHD was around 110000 INR excluding taxes which comes roughly to about 1720 US dollars
  
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    Jaja Jojo Aug 13, 2017 2:48 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
    
    If you will use your workstation in office for stationary then it is better to go to the desktop workstation rather than mobile workstation because the performance of a mobile workstation is 40% less compared to the desktop workstation also it has the ability to be upgrade. But if your always in the move then the mobile workstation is a reasonable.
    
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      Rohit Rajan Aug 13, 2017 2:54 AM (in response to Jaja Jojo)
      
      because i would mostly be working at client locations so that is why i would be needing a mobile workstation.
      yes i know we cannot expect the same performance from a mobile work station.
      
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        Jaja Jojo Aug 13, 2017 3:04 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
        
        Will mobile workstation will do the job, About the build quality i think it is good because i own a Dell precision M6700 which i buy when i was in college in December 2012 it is already five years and i do not have any problem
        
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        Rohit Rajan Aug 17, 2017 11:42 AM (in response to Jaja Jojo)
        
        Saw some reviews of 3520 and it seems the keyboard is quite flexible.which is not a good thing.
        
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        Jaja Jojo Aug 17, 2017 6:31 PM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
        
        flexible Hmm i don't think so they are flexible if they are remove to the laptop but if they are much rigid unless your using so much force to press the keyboard i think that review came from a gaming site. Try to inquire for Lenovo thinkpad P50 or HP Zbook 17. or try to search on ebay or amazon.
        
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        Redecos Technologies Aug 14, 2017 12:45 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
        
        It will be better to consider a SSD version because the HDDs will create problem in the future if you are planning frequent traveling as said. This will give you fast performance compared to HDD. If possible you can plan some Samsung 960EVO 250GB which will cost you appx INR.12500/- or 850EVO for appx 7500. But in any way SSD is preferred for a mobile computer.
        
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        Rohit Rajan Aug 15, 2017 8:18 AM (in response to Redecos Technologies)
        
        SSD is very expensive..Would stick with a 500gb hdd.
        
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    Solid Air Aug 13, 2017 11:07 PM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
    
    Go with the 16GB of memory. 8GB may work for smaller assemblies but if your assemblies get bigger... And make sure you get the model with the Nvidia Quadro M620 graphics card. The built in graphics is not certified by SolidWorks and will most likely give you visual problems and possible crash issues.
    
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      Rohit Rajan Aug 15, 2017 8:17 AM (in response to Solid Air)
      
      Will upgrade the memory later,right now will stick with 8 GB.
      
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        Solid Air Aug 18, 2017 10:23 PM (in response to Rohit Rajan)
        
        I would check how much it will cost you later. Sometimes you will need to buy 16GB to upgrade which means you have to throw away your 8GB. Not cost effective.
        
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        Rohit Rajan Aug 18, 2017 10:48 PM (in response to Solid Air)
        
        Agreed if I am using 2X4GB I would have to replace the entire 8GB while upgrading.
        
        The 3520 also has upgradation limitatons.
        Can't upgrade the quadro graphics card.
        Can't have simultaneous SSD and HDD.
        
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Re: dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Rohit Rajan Aug 15, 2017 8:19 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)

Thanks guys for all of your suggestions..Though is am still to decide but may just stick with 3520.
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Re: dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Dave Bear Aug 19, 2017 10:00 PM (in response to Rohit Rajan)

Hi Rohit,
Reading through this thread I can't help but feel that your initial question was already decided upon. I would seriously re-think this as the suggestions given to you here strongly suggest (and I concur) that you will be bordering on adequate resources and will then find yourself looking for more power. Spend a few a little bit more now and ensure you get some longevity with your new machine.

Dave.
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  Rohit Rajan Aug 20, 2017 12:03 AM (in response to Dave Bear)
  
  Hi Dave,
  
  Agree with you...as i am now thinking of going for Dell Precision 7520.
  
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Re: dell 3520 mobile workstation for solidworks?

Rohit Rajan Sep 26, 2017 1:34 AM (in response to Rohit Rajan)

Hey guys..just received my dell precision 7520 mobile workstation 2 days back.

Feedback on how its working will follow...
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