SolidWorks Electrical Installing

SolidWorks Electrical
Installation Guide

Version 1.0 - 10/10/2012

Written by: S.Davies
Validated by: E.Leafquist
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Table of contents
SolidWorks Electrical ............................................................................................................ 3
Installing SolidWorks Electrical .......................................................................................... 3
1. Configuration requirements ............................................................................................ 3
1.1. SQL data server ......................................................................................................... 3
1.2. System requirements .................................................................................................. 3
1.2.1. SolidWorks Electrical 3D/Professional .................................................................... 3
Installation instructions .......................................................................................................... 5
Fundamentals .................................................................................................................... 5
Agreement/Registration ..................................................................................................... 5
Installation types ................................................................................................................ 6
Standalone installation ...................................................................................................... 7
Client / Server installation .................................................................................................. 8
Installing a new SQL Server database ............................................................................. 10
Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an SQL Server .................................................. 12
Create a new SQL server instance .................................................................................. 13
Add databases on an existing SQL instance.................................................................... 15
Installing on workstations in "Client / Server" mode ......................................................... 16
Sharing the data directory................................................................................................ 17
Workstation installation .................................................................................................... 18
SolidWorks Electrical maintenance mode ........................................................................ 20
Install an update .............................................................................................................. 21
Reinstall .......................................................................................................................... 22
Remove ........................................................................................................................... 24
Refresh SolidWorks Electrical data .................................................................................. 25
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................ 28

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Installing SolidWorks Electrical
SolidWorks Electrical installation files are available on DVD-ROM or via download. They
provide two distinct software installations:
SolidWorks Electrical 3D

This document details the installation of SolidWorks Electrical in either Standalone or
Client Server modes.
Please note that regardless of whether a Standalone or Client Server installation type has
been selected certain processes will be the same, namely if a new SQL instance is to be
installed, or if an existing SQL server has been detected. To reduce the size of the document
links have been provided to common procedures.
1. Configuration requirements
1.1. SQL data server
SolidWorks Electrical includes SQL Server 2008 Express in the installation; this is used to
store of the program intelligence, manufacturers parts, library symbol descriptions etc.
1.2. System requirements
Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 (x64 only).
Memory (minimum): 2GB of RAM, 3GB for Windows Vista.
Hard disk (minimum): 3GB free space, (for data, server or standalone) + 200MB for the
application.
Important note for Microsoft Office 2010 users: The 64 bit version of SolidWorks
Electrical is not compatible with Microsoft Office 2010 32 bit, when installed on a 64 bit
machine.
To run SolidWorks Electrical (64 bit version) with Microsoft Office 2010 you must have the
64 bit version of Microsoft Office 2010 installed.
(Please note also: Microsoft Office is not required to run SolidWorks Electrical software.)
1.2.1. SolidWorks Electrical 3D/Professional
In order to ensure that you have valid system requirements please refer to the page:
www.solidworks.com/SystemRequirements.html

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SolidWorks Electrical is compatible with SolidWorks version 2013 and higher.
SolidWorks Electrical 3D does not require SolidWorks Routing, (or Premium), to be
purchased separately unless you intend to design piping and tubing.

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Installation instructions
Fundamentals
To successfully complete the installation, it is essential that the Windows session is run with
full Administrator privileges.
The "Standalone" installation allows the user to run the software on a single workstation. The
databases will be installed locally and are not shared. The "Client Server" installation allows
users to share data (symbols, catalogues) so that several users can work on the same
projects data set.
The client server installation must be run on the computer identified as the "Server".
When using the downloaded installation run the "Install_sw-e" file. Running the exe file will
unpack the contents and automatically launch the installation.
Note that the data should not be installed to a root directory, (C:\ for example). A unique
directory should be used to store the data, (C:\SolidWorksElectricalData for example).
Additionally the SolidWorks Electrical data should not be installed into the same
folder as the SolidWorks data.
The Setup program automatically recognizes the operating system language and will switch
the installation interface to that language. It also detects the presence of any previously
installed SolidWorks Electrical on the computer and adapts the interface accordingly.
Agreement/Registration
On launching the Setup program, if no existing instance of SolidWorks Electrical is located
on your system, you will be prompted to accept to the software license agreement. Check on
the Accept check box and click the "Next" button to continue.

Enter your contact information, and serial number then click the "Next" button to continue.

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Installation types
The "Standalone" installation allows the use of the software on a single workstation. The
components necessary for the operation of the software will be installed locally on the
workstation where the installation is run.
The "Client Server" installation allows the use of the software through a company network.
The data is stored on a server, which allows several users to work simultaneously on the
same projects. Data, (libraries, projects, etc.), is installed on the server and is accessible to
all users on the network. The application is then installed on each workstation that
SolidWorks Electrical will be run on.
Select the installation mode, "Standalone" or "Client / Server".

Click the "Next" button to continue.

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Standalone installation
SolidWorks Electrical requires an SQL database to store data. The Setup program will
automatically detect the presence of an existing SQL on the PC and the installation interface
will automatically adapt to provide relevant install options, if an SQL server is detected the
checkbox option will be Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an existing SQL Server; if
no SQL server is detected the option will be SQL Server Express 2008.

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Client / Server installation
The client server installation must be run on the computer identified as the "Server". If this is
not the case, quit the Setup program and restart it on the "Server".
In "Client / Server" mode, the workstations will share the same data, (projects, symbols
libraries, catalogues). The application should be installed on all workstations from which
SolidWorks Electrical will be run.
The "Server" will contain all the program data and will host the "collaborative server", this is
necessary for the exchange of data between workstations.
Note: The workstations will only be able to access the data when the collaborative server is
running. The use of a workstation as the server is prohibited.
SolidWorks Electrical Client / Server installation mode is carried out in two steps:
The first step is to install the required databases on the server. The Setup program then
extracts the files required to perform the client installation, this folder can be shared on a
network and the install data it contains can be run on the client workstation. This has the
advantage of including all the SQL and collaborative server data applied during the server
install.
SolidWorks Electrical requires an SQL database to store data. The Setup program will
automatically detect the presence of an existing SQL server on the PC and the installation
interface will automatically adapt to provide relevant install options, if an SQL server is
detected the checkbox option will be Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an existing
SQL Server; if no SQL server is detected the option will be SQL Server Express 2008.
Installation without installing SQL Server:
In the case that there is no access to the SQL Server, (it is located in a datacenter for
example), the installation will be carried out as follows:
1. The installation will be carried out from the server where the license server will be installed
2. Do not select the Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an existing SQL server

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3. Once the installation is finished, execute the script shown at the end of this document on
the SQL Server.
4 Install the client as described in the section Installing on workstations in Client Server
mode

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Installing a new SQL Server database
No SQL Server has been detected during the installation set up process.
When installing for the first time it is essential that all the component options be checked on.
The "SolidWorks Electrical 3D" is only required if the PC has SolidWorks 2013 SP0 or higher
installed.
Click the button "Next" button to continue
SolidWorks Electrical: 2D schematic application files.
SolidWorks Electrical 3D: SolidWorks files to achieve the 3D implementation and
routing of wires and cables (optional).
SQL Server Express 2008: Installation of SQL Server 2008 Express to manage the
databases.
Data: database format SQL Server format database information containing projects,
libraries (symbols, catalogues...).
SolidWorks Electrical Collaborative Server: Utility to manage opening and
updating of drawings and to manage licensing carried out in the License Manager.
PDFCreator: Utility to publish project drawings in an Acrobat (PDF) format.
Select the application installation directory.
(It is recommended that the software is installed in the default directory, automatically
displayed in the dialog box.)
Click the button "Next" button to continue.

Select the installation data directory for the symbols, libraries, catalogues...
Click on the button to change the data directory installation location.

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The SQL Server parameters dialog is shown where users can change the password used to
connect to the SQL Server database.
In the absence of connection problems, it is recommended that the default value be used.
Click the "Next" button to continue

The Collaborative Server Parameters dialog is shown; this permits entry of the necessary
values to connect to the collaborative server.
Permitted values are:
The name of the computer.
"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
IP address of the computer.
In the absence of connection problems, it is strongly recommend that the default values are
retained.
The Start menu dialog will be shown, this dialog allows users to define whether access to
SolidWorks Electrical will be restricted to their login only, or be available for all users.
Click the "Next" button to continue. The interface displayed is the last prior to installation of
the required files. Selecting Next will complete the installation, finally showing a SolidWorks
Electrical Setup complete dialog, pressing Finish > ends the installation. The licenses must
now be activated from the SolidWorks Electrical License Manager.

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Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an SQL Server
The installation has automatically detected that an SQL Server database already exists on
the computer. Users have the choice between the creation of a new SQL Server instance or
the addition of SolidWorks Electrical data to an existing SQL Server instance.
Click on the "Next" button to start copying the files.
SolidWorks Electrical 2D: 2D schematic application files.
SolidWorks Electrical 3D: SolidWorks files to achieve the 3D implementation and
routing of wires and cables (optional).
Add SolidWorks Electrical databases to an existing SQL Server: Connects to an
existing SQL server database and installs the required data.
updating of drawings and to manage licensing carried out in the License Manager.
PDFCreator: Utility to publish project drawings in an Acrobat (PDF) format.
Select the application installation directory.
(It is recommended that the software is installed in the default directory, automatically
displayed in the dialog box.)
Click the button "Next" button to continue.
Select the installation data directory for the symbols, libraries, catalogues...
Click on the button to change the data directory installation location.

The Choose SQL Server Installation type dialog provides a choice between creating a new
SQL Server instance or the addition of the SolidWorks Electrical databases to an existing
SQL Server instance.

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Create a new SQL server instance
At the start of the installation, it is essential to check all of the listed components on.

Client installation for workstation: Installing files needed for installation of
workstations.
SQL Server Express 2008: Installation of SQL Server 2008 Express to manage the
databases.
Licenses Manager: Utility to manage licence(s).
updating drawing and to manage licensing carried out in the License Manager.
The Destination folder will be displayed only if the License Manager installation checkbox is
selected.
Through the interface you can define the Licenses Manager installation directory.
Select the location to install the data directory, (symbols libraries, catalogues etc.).
Note: This directory should be shared.
Click the button to change the data directory install location.
The SQL Server parameters dialog is shown where users can change the password used to
connect to the SQL Server database.
In the absence of connection problems, it is recommended that the default value be used.

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"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
retained.
The Ready to install interface displayed is the last prior to installation of the required files.
Selecting Next will complete the installation, finally showing a SolidWorks Electrical Setup
complete dialog, pressing Finish > ends the installation. The clients should now run the
Client installations on the workstations that will run SolidWorks Electrical.

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Add databases on an existing SQL instance
An SQL Server instance has been detected on the computer where the Setup was launched.
The user has chosen to ignore this and create a new SQL Server instance.
Select the option "Install another SQL Server instance for SolidWorks Electrical".
This will create a new instance named "TEWSQLEXPRESS".

"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
retained.
The Ready to install dialog is the last prior to installation of the required files. Selecting Next
will complete the installation, finally showing a SolidWorks Electrical Setup complete dialog,
pressing Finish > ends the installation. The licenses must now be activated from the
SolidWorks Electrical License Manager.

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Installing on workstations in "Client / Server" mode
The following section covers the completion of the Client/Server installation, the Setup
program extracted the files required to perform the client installation, this folder can be
shared on a network and the install data it contains can be run on the client workstation. This
has the advantage of including all the SQL and collaborative server data applied during the
server install.
The server half of the installation contains the databases for symbols libraries, projects,
and catalogues etc. if this installation has not been carried out on the network, refer to
Installing Client / Server additionally the collaborative server should be installed.
Before being able to use the software it is a requirement that the license(s) be enabled. This
can be done at any time through the License Manager.
The server installation automatically generates a directory containing the files necessary for
installing the client. This directory named "00installClient", and should be shared.
Users must have the Read - Write privileges to this directory.

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Sharing the data directory
In order to share this directory and provide appropriate rights to users, access the shortcut
menu of the folder by right mouse clicking on it and select Properties, Sharing tab.

Note: these options may have a differing appearance depending on the operating system.

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Workstation installation
This installation process must be carried out on all workstations that will run SolidWorks
Electrical.
On completion of the Client/Server installation, the Install_client should be run from the
00_InstallClient folder located on the server.

Open the "SolidWorksElectricalData" directory that is shared on the server and run the
install_client.EXE
In the Product Registration dialog enter your Username and company data and select Next
to continue.

Select the components for installation and select "Next" to continue.
Select the location to install the application. It is recommended that the default directory,
automatically shown, is used. Click the "Next" button to continue.
The Server Parameters will be displayed through this interface allows users to change the
password used to connect to the SQL Server database. Click the "Next" button to continue.

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"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
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SolidWorks Electrical maintenance mode Standalone

Maintenance of an existing installation can be carried out via one of the following options.

Installing an update.
Reinstallation of SolidWorks Electrical components.
Remove SolidWorks Electrical.
Select the option and click the "Next" button to continue.
Install an update: Do not uninstall the existing version as all data created will be lost. The
Setup program will automatically use the settings registered during the initial installation, this
includes directory paths, SQL connection information etc.
Reinstall: This option will reinstall SolidWorks Electrical (same version or higher) by
modifying the setup parameters.
Remove: This will uninstall SolidWorks Electrical from your PC.

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Install an update
This option is designed to update the current version with an identical or superior version of
the program. The Setup program will use the settings saved in the previous installation when
applying the updates.
This interface is the last prior to installation of the required files.
Click on the "Next" button to start copying the files.
The installation is complete; you may enable your license(s) to use SolidWorks Electrical.
After an update of SolidWorks Electrical, new data must be processed in order for it to be
integrated into the databases. The data is merged automatically when SolidWorks Electrical
is launched the first time. For a Client / Server installation, the first work station to be
launched will refresh the data on the server.

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Reinstall
This option reinstalls the SolidWorks Electrical components with an identical or superior
version. No existing component will be removed. If you want to remove a component, please
use the Remove option.
You will be asked to enter different parameters, in the same way as running the installation
for the first time.
The components available are based on the initial installation type.
Select the components to install.

In the Destination folder dialog select the location to install the data directory of the (symbols
libraries, catalogues etc.).
Note: This directory should be shared.
Click on the button to change the data directory install location. Click the "Next"
button to continue.
The SQL Server Parameters interface allows users to change the password used to connect
to the SQL Server database. In the absence of connection problems, it is recommended that
the default value be used. Click the "Next" button to continue.

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"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
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This option will remove SolidWorks Electrical from the PC. Click the "Next" button to
continue. If the program detects an active connection to the collaborative server and the
license manager is installed you will be automatically prompted to transfer the license.
Click the SolidWorks Electrical Licenses Manager button to access the License Manager.
If the Setup program detects a connection to a database, the user will be prompted to keep
data or delete the data. Click the "Next" button to continue.
Delete data: The program deletes the data directory and launches the SQL Server
Express uninstaller.
Select the SQL Server instance that you want to uninstall and click the "Next" button.
Keep data: The installation program will not delete the directory containing the data
and the SQL Server instance is preserved.
The Ready to install dialog will be displayed, this interface is the last step prior to SolidWorks
Electrical being uninstalled. Click the "Next" button to start uninstalling.

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Refresh SolidWorks Electrical data
After an update of SolidWorks Electrical, new data must be processed in order for it to be
integrated into the databases. The data is merged automatically when SolidWorks Electrical
2D is launched the first time. For a Client / Server installation, the first workstation to be
launched will refresh the data on the server.
The first data update after installation of the program can take some time, higher
specification PCs will reduce the time taken.

SolidWorks Electrical maintenance mode Client / Server
Maintenance of an existing installation can be carried out via one of the following options.

Installing an update.
Reinstallation of SolidWorks Electrical components.
Removing SolidWorks Electrical.
Select the option and click the "Next" button to continue.
Install an update: Does not uninstall the existing version as all existing data would be lost.
The Setup program will automatically use the currently registered settings during the initial
installation, this includes directory paths, SQL connection information etc.
Reinstall: This option will reinstall SolidWorks Electrical, (same version, or higher), by
modifying the setup parameters.
Remove: This will uninstall SolidWorks Electrical from the PC.

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SolidWorks Electrical maintenance - Workstation
This installation process must be carried out on all workstations that will run SolidWorks
Electrical.
On completion of the Client/Server installation, the Install_client should be run from the
00_InstallClient folder located on the server.

Open the "SolidWorksElectricalData" directory that is shared on the server and run the
install_client.EXE
In the Product Registration dialog enter your Username and company data and select Next
to continue.

Select the components for installation and select "Next" to continue.
The Server Parameters will be displayed through this interface allowing users to change the
password used to connect to the SQL Server database. Click the "Next" button to continue.

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"LOCALHOST".
Address "127.0.0.1".
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Electrical Setup completion dialog, pressing Finish > ends the installation.

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Frequently Asked Questions
I cannot install SolidWorks Electrical on an existing SQL Server database.
When installing on an existing SQL Server, the Setup program requests a login and
password, verify that you have full "Administrator" rights on the SQL Server database before
running the installation.
When the connection is established, the installation program launches a script that creates
the "TEW" user and the tables necessary for the operation of SolidWorks Electrical. The
script can be run manually if the automatic installation fails.
Script details:
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EXEC sp_addlogin 'tew', 'SQLpwd4ew'
GO

EXEC sp_addsrvrolemember 'tew', 'dbcreator'
GO

CREATE DATABASE [tew_app_data]
GO

USE [tew_app_data]
GO

EXEC sp_grantdbaccess 'tew', 'tew'
GO

EXEC sp_addrolemember 'db_owner', 'tew'
GO

CREATE TABLE [dbo].[tew_version] (
[ver_id] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_id] DEFAULT (1),
[ver_appdata] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_appdata] DEFAULT (0)
) ON [PRIMARY]
GO

CREATE DATABASE [tew_app_project]
GO

USE [tew_app_project]

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GO

GO

[ver_projects] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_projects] DEFAULT (0)
) ON [PRIMARY]
GO

CREATE DATABASE [tew_classification]
GO

USE [tew_classification]
GO

GO

GO

[ver_classification] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_classification] DEFAULT (0)
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GO

CREATE DATABASE [tew_catalog]
GO

USE [tew_catalog]
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GO

[ver_reference] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_reference] DEFAULT (0)
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GO

CREATE DATABASE [tew_app_macro]
GO

USE [tew_app_macro]
GO

GO

GO

[ver_projects] [INT] NOT NULL CONSTRAINT [df_tew_version_ver_projects] DEFAULT (0)
) ON [PRIMARY]
GO
------------------------------------------

I cannot connect to the collaborative server.
In most cases, problems connecting to the collaborative server are due to the presence of
security management software, such as antivirus scanners or firewall software... Be sure to
open the required port and/or to allow applications.
Details of the used ports and name of applications:
For the SolidWorks Electrical application:
The default location for this file is:
C:\Program Files\SolidWorks Electrical\bin_x64\SolidWorksElectrical.exe

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Ports used: 26666 to 26672 (plus ports necessary for internet connection)

For the collaborative server:
"Trace Software EwCollaborativeServer" must be authorized (runs as a service). The default location for this file is:
C:\Program Files\SolidWorks Electrical \server\EwServer.exe
Ports used: 26666 to 26672

For SQL 2008 server Express:
The SQL 2008 server Express application must be authorized. Its default location is:
C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL.1\MSSQL\Binn\sqlservr.exe
The SQL Server port must be opened. TCP 1433.
The SQL Server browser port must be opened. TCP 1434.

For more information on the SQL Server, please refer to:
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms143506(v=SQL.100).aspx
The Update Data process will launch automatically on starting SolidWorks
Electrical.
The most common problem with SolidWorks Electrical data is related to insufficient rights to
the SolidWorks Electrical data directories. The user accessing these folders should have
Read/Write privileges. The ...\SolidWorks Electrical\UPDATE folder will be automatically
deleted after the update has been completed.

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