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Solibri Mandatory Update

Due to major functionality changes in the Solibri licensing system, the below-listed Solibri versions will no longer work from Sept 18th, 2019. Therefore, all users must upgrade to a supported version to ensure the continued working functionality of the software. Legacy versions (before v9.8.47): An upgrade to a newer version (either Solibri v9.10, SMC v9.9 or SMC v9.8) …

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The Cascade Licensing Effect

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The cascading is slightly different with the collections, but follows a similar trend. Cascading behavior for Autodesk Software using Multi-user license (network license) Essentially, a product will look for the cheapest available license first so to speak. So, a subscription of a single product, followed by an older style perpetual license. After that, it will …

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How to Create a Walkthrough in Enscape

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In this blog I will show you how to create a walkthrough of your Revit project using Enscape. Walkthroughs are very easy to create in Enscape and once created can be exported as a video file. What is Enscape?Never heard of Enscape? Not to worry, you can check out our live demonstration of Enscape here: …

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What is Autodesk Desktop Connector and Do I Need it?

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In this blog I am going to explain to you what the Autodesk Desktop connector is, what it does and why you may need it. Ok, so first thing’s first, you have may have noticed a little dialog box popping up in the bottom right hand corner of your screen saying there is an update …

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LMTools License Enquiry Report Explained

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In the following instructions I will explain how to perform a Status Enquiry in LMTools when using Autodesk network or multiuser licenses and how to read the result. To Perform a Status Enquiry: 1.       Log onto the desktop of the server which has LMTools installed. 2.       Launch LMTools. 3.       Go to the “Server Status” tab. 4.       Click the “Perform …

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Autodesk Invalid Serial Number Error

The Autodesk Invalid Serial Number Error is a known issue which occurs on a regular basis, so I am writing this blog to help you find your ideal solution. The image shows the error we all despise. ‘Serial Number Invalid’. You attempt to enter your serial number given by your reseller (THE CORRECT ONE) and …

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Autodesk Health Dashboard

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Ever need to check to see if a cloud based service you are using is temporarily down or due for scheduled repairs? Please check the Autodesk Health Dashboard;https://health.autodesk.com/ The Health Dashboard will list all Autodesk cloud services, and will show the current status of all. You can also see the history of all services if …

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