CAMWorks 2.5 Axis Milling

CAMWorks Frequently Asked Questions

Does CAMWorks run on 64-bit computers?
Does CAMWorks run on Windows Vista and Windows 7?
Do I have to buy a full version of SolidWorks?
What is the current CAMWorks release?
What are the system requirements for CAMWorks 2009?
Which video cards are supported?
Can I run different versions of CAMWorks?
Can I open files saved in CAMWorks 2009 in previous releases?

Does CAMWorks run on 64-bit computers?

Yes. See the system requirements page.

Does CAMWorks run on Windows Vista and Windows 7?

Yes. See the system requirements page.

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Do I have to buy the full version of SolidWorks in order to run CAMWorks?

No! You can purchase a cost-effective CAD/CAM software package that includes CAMWorks and CAMWorks Solids (an integrated solid modeler) or you can purchase CAMWorks to run with the retail version of SolidWorks. For more information, contact a CAMWorks reseller in your area.

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What is the current CAMWorks release?

CAMWorks 2010 is the current release.

Current customers can download the Release by logging in to the Customer Area. To learn more about this release, see What's New.

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What are the system requirements for CAMWorks 2010?

See the system requirements page.

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Which video cards are supported?

Because CAMWorks runs within the SolidWorks environment, the system requirements are basically the same as for SolidWorks.

Can I run different versions of CAMWorks?

Yes. CAMWorks 2010 can only be installed as a new installation. You can run different CAMWorks versions using the SolidWorks Add-in manager to switch the version. For best results, follow these steps:

  • Close all part models.
  • Select the Add-in Manager and disable the version you no longer want running.
  • Close SolidWorks/CAMWorks Solids and restart.
  • Select the Add-in Manager and enable the version you want to run and click OK.
  • Open a part model.

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Can I open files saved in CAMWorks 2010 in previous versions of CAMWorks?

Because of the addition of new features and advances in technology in CAMWorks 2010, CAMWorks data in files saved in CAMWorks 2010 cannot be restored in previous versions of CAMWorks.

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