• Running on Microsoft operating systems. With SOLIDWORKS 2019, that means running Windows 10 or Windows 7 operating systems. However, Windows 7 will only be supported until the end of the 2020 release, so we recommend going with Windows 10. It also means you have to buy a copy of the Windows operating system.
  • How much space should I partition for windows 10 on my mac? Help I don't really need to use windows much besides using it for a couple games that aren't compatible with IOS.

I want to install Windows on my iMac and create a partition using the internal SSD. I have 300GB free space. The only reason for installing windows is to play a few games such as Skyrim, Divinity Original Sin 2, etc. And of course whatever may come out in the future. If it is a new drive or a blank drive, skip down to step 5. Otherwise, select the disk you want to partition and right click the drive to bring up options. Select 'Shrink' to free up space from the existing volume. Enter the size of the new partition you wish to make. You should have an area that now says 'Unallocated space.' How much space should I partition for windows 10 on my mac? How much space should I partition for windows 10 on my mac? I don't really need to use windows much besides using it for a couple games that aren't compatible with IOS. Would 50GB be enough for what I'm doing?

These requirements apply to all SOLIDWORKS products except where noted. Use this information to ensure you are always working with a SOLIDWORKS-supported and optimized system for hardware, operating system and Microsoft products.

Operating Systems | MS SQL/Office | Hardware & Hypervisors | Antivirus | Support Lifecycle | Notes

Operating Systems
SOLIDWORKS 2019
(EDU 2019-2020)		SOLIDWORKS 2020
(EDU 2020-2021)		SOLIDWORKS 2021
(EDU 2021-2022)
Client Products (e.g. SOLIDWORKS)
Windows 10, 64-bit
Windows 7 SP1, 64-bit
Server Products (e.g. SOLIDWORKS PDM)
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2012 R2
eDrawings for Mac
macOS Big Sur (11.0)
macOS Catalina (10.15)
macOS Mojave (10.14)
macOS High Sierra (10.13)
macOS Sierra (10.12)
Microsoft SQL and Office
SOLIDWORKS 2019
(EDU 2019-2020)		SOLIDWORKS 2020
(EDU 2020-2021)		SOLIDWORKS 2021
(EDU 2021-2022)
MS SQL
SQL 2019
SQL 2017
SQL 2016
SQL 2014

SQL 2014 SP3 required

SQL 2014 SP3 required

(End of Life: SW2021 SP5)

MS Office
Microsoft Excel and Word2013, 2016,
2019 (SW2019 SP2)		2013, 2016, 20192016, 2019
Hardware and Hypervisors
Hardware
Processor3.3 GHz or higher
RAM16 GB or more
PDM Contributor/Viewer or Electrical Schematic: 8 GB or more
GraphicsCertified cards and drivers
DrivesSSD drives recommended for optimal performance
Hypervisors (Virtual Environments)

SOLIDWORKS 2019

SOLIDWORKS 2020

SOLIDWORKS 2021
VMware vSphere ESXi

6.5

6.7

6.7 U3

VMware Workstation141515.5
Microsoft Hyper-V201620192019
Parallels Desktop, Mac1414TBA
Citrix XenServer7.47.68.2
  • SOLIDWORKS and eDrawings require a GPU for optimal performance in a virtualized environment. SolidWorks has tested and certified graphics cards for virtualized environments. For a complete listing, check Certified Cards and Drivers.
  • Check Hardware Benchmarks for applications and references that can be used to help determine hardware performance.
  • SOLIDWORKS Composer is not supported in virtualized environments.
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Antivirus Products
How Much Space To Partition For Windows 10 On Mac For Solidworkds
Guidelines to help ensure SOLIDWORKS installation success and optimal runtime performance:
  • Use a trusted antivirus product.
  • Keep your antivirus product updated to the latest version.
  • Stay updated with the latest antivirus definition/signature file (This defines the known current vulnerabilities and exemptions).
  • To ensure optimum performance, it is not recommended to install antivirus software on the SOLIDWORKS PDM vault server.
  • Consider creating exemptions for SOLIDWORKS file types and folder locations to improve SOLIDWORKS file based runtime performance such as File Open/Save/Save As and PDM Vault Checkin/Checkout.
  • If you encounter install or runtime errors or warnings from your antivirus product, first check the SOLIDWORKS Knowledge Base for known issues or contact your SOLIDWORKS reseller.
Microsoft/Apple Products Support Lifecycle (SOLIDWORKS 2019 - 2021)
ProductsStart of SupportEnd of Support1
Windows 10, 64-bitSW 2015 SP5Active
Windows 7, 64-bitSW 2010 SP1SW 2020 SP5
Windows Server 2019SW 2019 SP3Active
Windows Server 2016SW 2017 SP2Active
Windows Server 2012 R2SW 2014 SP3SW 2019 SP5
SQL Server 2019SW 2020 SP0Active
SQL Server 2017SW 2018 SP0Active
SQL Server 2016SW 2017 SP0Active
SQL Server 2014SW 2015 SP0SW 2021 SP5
SQL Server 2012SW 2013 SP2SW 2019 SP5
IE 11SW 2014 SP3Active
Excel, Word 2019 (64-bit recommended)SW 2019 SP2Active
Excel, Word 2016 (64-bit recommended)SW 2016 SP3Active
Excel, Word 2013SW 2013 SP4SW 2020 SP5
macOS Catalina (10.15)

eDrawings 2020

Active

macOS Mojave (10.14)eDrawings 2019

Active

macOS High Sierra (10.13)eDrawings 2019Active
macOS Sierra (10.12)eDrawings 2017eDrawings 2019
Microsoft/Apple Products Support Lifecycle (SOLIDWORKS 2018 and older)
ProductsStart of SupportEnd of Support1
Windows 8.1, 64-bitSW 2014 SP1SW 2018 SP5
Windows 7, 32-bitSW 2010 SP1SW 2014 SP5
Windows Vista, 64-bitSW 2008 SP3.1SW 2013 SP5
Windows Vista, 32-bitSW 2008 SP0SW 2013 SP5
Windows XP, 64-bitSW 2006 SP4SW 2012 SP5
Windows XP, 32-bitSW 2001Plus SP0SW 2013 SP5
Windows Server 2012SW 2014 SP0SW 2018 SP5
Windows Server 2008 R2, SP1SW 2009SW 2017 SP5
Windows Server 2008SW 2008SW 2014 SP5
SQL Server 2008 R2SW 2010 SP4SW 2017 SP5
IE 10SW 2013 SP0SW 2016 SP5
IE 9SW 2011 SP4SW 2015 SP5
IE 8SW 2009 SP5SW 2014 SP5
Excel, Word 2010SW 2010 SP5SW 2018 SP5
Excel, Word 2007SW 2008 SP1SW 2014 SP5
OS X El Capitan (10.11)eDrawings 2017eDrawings 2018
OS X Yosemite (10.10)eDrawings 2015eDrawings 2018

Notes:

How Much Space To Partition For Windows 10 On Mac For Solidworks Download

  1. End Of Support (EOS) corresponds to the last SOLIDWORKS release where a Microsoft product is supported (This is synchronized with the Microsoft Mainstream Support End Date). SOLIDWORKS releases after the EOS are not supported for the said Microsoft product and SOLIDWORKS installation is blocked in the case of an operating system.
  2. SOLIDWORKS Product Support Lifecycle defines the End Of Support for SOLIDWORKS versions.
  3. SolidWorks recommends using the latest Microsoft update of Windows, Office and Internet Explorer.
  4. SolidWorks supports each Windows 10 release for applicable SOLIDWORKS releases as long as it is still covered by both the SOLIDWORKS Product Support Lifecycle and Microsoft Windows Lifecycle Fact Sheet.
  5. SolidWorks recommends using a Windows Server operating system for all SOLIDWORKS server-based products. Refer to the Microsoft Windows Server documentation to select the Windows Server edition that meets your needs.
  6. Windows Home Editions and Windows To Go are not supported.
  7. Apple Mac ® based machines running Windows using Boot Camp are not supported.
  8. SOLIDWORKS 2018 on Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 requires the Microsoft April 2014 update
  9. It is not recommended to install any instances of other applications on the SOLIDWORKS PDM Archive or Database Server. For PDM Professional, it is recommended the Archive and Database servers are two separate, dedicated machines.
  10. SolidWorks does not test or certify VPN (Virtual Private Network) solutions but provides best-effort support. Users may be directed to work directly with their VPN provider to resolve issues on a case-by-case basis.
  11. Beginning with SOLIDWORKS 2020, DVD distribution media will only be provided on request. Please contact your Reseller.

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