Navigate to the following path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\SolidWorks Right-click the folder and select Delete . Navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\SolidWorks Right-click and delete this folder as well.

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Delete all files inside the Flexnet folder that contain "SWD" or "solidworks" in their names.

Run the SSQ activator again, ensuring you click the button to replace the sldflex.exe (flexlm daemon). Restart the computer. 5. Fix: Installing Missing Components Ensure your system has the required supporting software:

Add the SolidWorks installation folder and the SSQ activator folder to your antivirus exclusion list .

Only during reinstallation, then re-enable.

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