Solidworks 2017 Activator By Team Solidsquadssq Better Install Review

Disclaimer: Before proceeding, it's essential to note that using activators or cracks to bypass software licensing can be against the terms of service of the software and may be illegal. These methods can also pose security risks to your system. If possible, consider purchasing a legitimate copy of SolidWorks or using a free trial.

That being said, here's a general guide on how to install SolidWorks 2017 and potentially use an activator:

Step 1: Download SolidWorks 2017

First, ensure you have the SolidWorks 2017 installation files. These can usually be downloaded from the official Dassault Systèmes website or through other sources if you have access.

Part 2: The "Better Install" Process (As Detailed in Piracy Forums)

Warning: Executing these steps exposes your machine to significant risk (see Part 4).

If you were to follow the instructions from a torrent site or warez blog, the "better install" process for SolidWorks 2017 via SSQ typically follows this structure: Disclaimer: Before proceeding, it's essential to note that

Step 1: Obtain the "SSQ" Release Users are instructed to download an ISO image of SolidWorks 2017 from a specific scene release group (e.g., "SolidWorks.2017.SP5.0.Premium-SSQ"). The "better" part implies using the untouched SSQ image, not a repack.

Step 2: Disable Antivirus & Internet This is the universal red flag. The guide demands you disable Windows Defender, real-time protection, and unplug Ethernet cables. The rationale given: "Antivirus detects the keygen as a false positive." In reality, it detects malware.

Step 3: Install SolidWorks 2017 You run the setup.exe from the ISO. During installation, the crack guide tells you to: First, ensure you have the SolidWorks 2017 installation

Select "Install on this computer."
Enter a dummy serial number (often 0001 0001 0736 0361 JK3Q HDJ3).
Crucially: Uncheck "Use Background Downloader" and "Check for updates."
When asked for a license server, leave it blank (you will add a fake one later).

Step 4: The "Activator" (The SSQ Keygen) After installation, you navigate to the "SolidSquad" folder. Here, the "better install" diverges from old methods:

Old method: Manually copy netapi32.dll into the SolidWorks folder.
"Better" SSQ method: Run SW2010-2017_Activator_SSQ.exe as Administrator.
The tool automatically detects your installed version, writes registry entries, and creates a fake license file (sw_d.lic).

Step 5: The License Manager Trick The core of the SSQ "better install" is the SolidWorks License Server simulation.

Copy SolidWorks_Flexnet_Server folder to your C: drive.
Run server_install.bat as Administrator. This installs a Windows service named "SolidWorks Licensing Service."
The batch file runs lmgrd.exe (a real FlexNet binary) but points it to an SSQ-generated license.

Step 6: Final Crack & Reboot You run the SolidWorks 2017 activator one more time, click "Activate," and reboot. Upon restart, SolidWorks loads without demanding a license. Part 2: The "Better Install" Process (As Detailed

Part 6: The Legal & Ethical Alternative

Instead of chasing a "better install" for an activator, consider these legitimate paths:

SolidWorks for Makers ($99/year): Dassault now offers a legitimate, watermarked version for hobbyists. It runs on the same kernel as 2017 but is legal.
Educational License: If you are a student, your university likely provides a free 1-year license through the Academic Alliance.
Titan (Formerly Onshape): If you need old-school SolidWorks logic without licenses, Onshape offers a free tier.

Phase A: The Host File Preparation (Before running the installer)

A "better install" starts with blocking outbound calls. The SSQ activator usually automates this, but manually editing C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts is considered superior. Add these lines:

127.0.0.1 solidworks.com
127.0.0.1 ds-solidworks.com
127.0.0.1 licensing.dassault.fr
127.0.0.1 8.26.56.26