Solidworks Host File Block ((exclusive))

: Ensures the PDM client can find the Archive Server and Database Server to check files in and out.

While it is technically possible to add entries like 127.0.0.1 licensing.solidworks.com , modern software will either crash, lock you out after 30 days, or silently report you to the license server via hard-coded IPs that ignore your HOSTS file. Solidworks Host File Block

Add a line with the [IP Address] [Tab] [Server Name] . To Block: Add a line with 0.0.0.0 [Domain Name] . : Ensures the PDM client can find the

For legitimate network isolation, use:

, but your network is having trouble resolving that name, you can "hardcode" the IP address in your hosts file. This bypasses the network lag and connects you instantly. Blocking "Telemetry" or Update Checks: Sometimes, background processes (like sldworks.exe To Block: Add a line with 0