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VPN version vs SDK

Question asked by Matt Thomas on Aug 15, 2018
Latest reply on Nov 18, 2018 by Theodor Dreiser

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Ello:)

I have a question. I have two available options for me to get solidworks at home. The first is installing it and then connecting via a vpn to the schools network for authentication purposes or the second is via a student design kit where i use a serial number and just download and install it to the PC, no vpn.

What my question is, is there a difference in time frame of how long i get to use each version?

Would it be best to use the vpn option first, then when the time is up, use the sdk?

thank you:)

Adrian Czapla Aug 16, 2018 3:20 AM

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Hi Matt,

the main difference between products is functionality. Education Edition (VPN) is full release with SOLIDWORKS Premium, Simulation, Flow Simulation etc. tools. Student Design Kit (SDK) is SOLIDWORKS Standard, so you do not have access to add-ins. However, you can use SDK for a year with one time activation and even when you are offline. For Education Edition you have to remain connected with SolidNetWork license manager (the is a possibility to borrow a seat for 30 days).

To sum up, SDK is easier to install and use. If you need access to add-ins you can ask your teacher/ CAD admin for Student Premium home use licesne (former Student Engineering Kit) which has the same functionality as Education Edition.

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Adrian Czapla Aug 16, 2018 3:20 AM

Hi Matt,

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Matt Thomas Aug 16, 2018 8:31 PM

Awesome thank you:) I will have to decide which will suit me. I only need it to model and pass the CSWA exam. I have two options because i am at two universities. One for areospace and the other for just modeling. However, the areospace school, one of the classes is basic modeling and they use the vpn version, whilst the other school that i do modeling at, uses just the sdk version. Is it it possible to install one, then when my time is up, use the other? or is that a no no?

Im gonna be sad when my time is up:( I wont know what to do haha.

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Adrian Czapla @ Matt Thomas on Aug 17, 2018 2:12 AM

To pass CSWA, SDK is enough. You don't need any add-ins. What do you mean by "My time is up"? License expiration date or your gradutation?

You can install one version and then switch it by changing your serial number in existing installation.

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Matt Thomas @ Adrian Czapla on Aug 18, 2018 12:35 PM

When the license expires from the SDK version, or the VPN full version:)

It will be a couple of years before graduation:) Im close though

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J. Mather @ Matt Thomas on Aug 18, 2018 12:51 PM

Each year, if your school is on subscription, they should provide you with new release student license.

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Theodor Dreiser Nov 26, 2018 6:14 AM

Personally, I tend to run it with VPN because it's easy to pick one that suits you. That is, there are vpn service reviews that can help you to get the most appropriate for your goals. Consider this option.

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Adrian Czapla Aug 16, 2018 3:20 AM
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Hi Matt,
the main difference between products is functionality. Education Edition (VPN) is full release with SOLIDWORKS Premium, Simulation, Flow Simulation etc. tools. Student Design Kit (SDK) is SOLIDWORKS Standard, so you do not have access to add-ins. However, you can use SDK for a year with one time activation and even when you are offline. For Education Edition you have to remain connected with SolidNetWork license manager (the is a possibility to borrow a seat for 30 days).

To sum up, SDK is easier to install and use. If you need access to add-ins you can ask your teacher/ CAD admin for Student Premium home use licesne (former Student Engineering Kit) which has the same functionality as Education Edition.
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Matt Thomas Aug 16, 2018 8:31 PM
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Awesome thank you:) I will have to decide which will suit me. I only need it to model and pass the CSWA exam. I have two options because i am at two universities. One for areospace and the other for just modeling. However, the areospace school, one of the classes is basic modeling and they use the vpn version, whilst the other school that i do modeling at, uses just the sdk version. Is it it possible to install one, then when my time is up, use the other? or is that a no no?

Im gonna be sad when my time is up:( I wont know what to do haha.
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- Adrian Czapla @ Matt Thomas on Aug 17, 2018 2:12 AM
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  To pass CSWA, SDK is enough. You don't need any add-ins. What do you mean by "My time is up"? License expiration date or your gradutation?
  You can install one version and then switch it by changing your serial number in existing installation.
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  - Matt Thomas @ Adrian Czapla on Aug 18, 2018 12:35 PM
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    When the license expires from the SDK version, or the VPN full version:)
    It will be a couple of years before graduation:) Im close though
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    - J. Mather @ Matt Thomas on Aug 18, 2018 12:51 PM
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      Each year, if your school is on subscription, they should provide you with new release student license.
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Theodor Dreiser Nov 26, 2018 6:14 AM
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Personally, I tend to run it with VPN because it's easy to pick one that suits you. That is, there are vpn service reviews that can help you to get the most appropriate for your goals. Consider this option.
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