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That said, for like:
Blocking servers can sometimes bypass errors that occur when the installer tries to "phone home" during setup. Step-by-Step: Editing the Hosts File to Block SOLIDWORKS
If you are still getting license errors (such as Error -15 or Cannot connect to server ) after editing the hosts file, check the following:
Note: If Windows prompts you to "Save As" a new .txt file, Notepad was not launched with true administrative privileges. Close the application, repeat Step One, and ensure you run it as an administrator. Step 5: Flush Your DNS Cache
To test if the SolidWorks installation is blocked, try to download and install SolidWorks. The installation process should fail or be redirected.
By default, Notepad only displays text files ( *.txt ). In the bottom right corner of the open dialogue box, change the dropdown menu from to All Files ( . ) .
If you have added all the entries and are still seeing an activation warning, there are two potential issues:
The hosts file is a system file that maps hostnames to IP addresses. It is used by the operating system to resolve hostnames to IP addresses, allowing users to access websites and other network resources. However, the hosts file can also be used to block access to specific websites or servers, including those used by software installation processes.
That said, for like:
Blocking servers can sometimes bypass errors that occur when the installer tries to "phone home" during setup. Step-by-Step: Editing the Hosts File to Block SOLIDWORKS
If you are still getting license errors (such as Error -15 or Cannot connect to server ) after editing the hosts file, check the following:
Note: If Windows prompts you to "Save As" a new .txt file, Notepad was not launched with true administrative privileges. Close the application, repeat Step One, and ensure you run it as an administrator. Step 5: Flush Your DNS Cache
To test if the SolidWorks installation is blocked, try to download and install SolidWorks. The installation process should fail or be redirected.
By default, Notepad only displays text files ( *.txt ). In the bottom right corner of the open dialogue box, change the dropdown menu from to All Files ( . ) .
If you have added all the entries and are still seeing an activation warning, there are two potential issues:
The hosts file is a system file that maps hostnames to IP addresses. It is used by the operating system to resolve hostnames to IP addresses, allowing users to access websites and other network resources. However, the hosts file can also be used to block access to specific websites or servers, including those used by software installation processes.
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