Solidworks Host File Block Install Official
The Windows hosts file (located at C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts
Open Notepad as Administrator
: Search for Notepad in your Start menu, right-click it, and select Run as Administrator . solidworks host file block install
Some SolidWorks network licenses rely on a "Heartbeat." If the software cannot ping the activation server every 30 to 90 days, it assumes the license is stolen and disables itself. Adding a block stops this remote kill-switch. Step 2: Open the Hosts File for Editing
- Education Licenses: These require yearly online re-activation. Blocking will cause failure.
- Term Licenses (Monthly/Yearly): Blocking will prevent renewal validation, causing the software to lock you out on day 31.
- Cloud Services: If you use DraftSight Connected or 3DSwym, do not block.