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CAMWorks Frequently Asked Questions
 
 
 
Does CAMWorks run on 64-bit computers?

Yes. See the system requirements page.

 
 
Does CAMWorks run on 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 2012 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 2011?

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.

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Can I run different versions of CAMWorks?

Yes. CAMWorks 2011 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:

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

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Can I open files saved in CAMWorks 2011 in previous versions of CAMWorks?

Because of the addition of new features and advances in technology in CAMWorks 2011, CAMWorks data in files saved in CAMWorks 2011 cannot be restored in previous versions of CAMWorks.

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