How do I validate a workstation?

[sstavos]

I am looking for a way verify/validate the ability of a CAD workstation to handle large files and assemblies?

I use Pro E Creo 2.0.

What do other IT departments at different companies do? Do they have a test procedure for a computers ability?

PTC gives a certified and supported rating system but that doesn't give an indication of ability to handle large assemblies and large files.

Steve

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[Inoram]

Unfortunately some places I have worked follow the PTC guidelines which are the lesser computers (Dells, etc).

If someone works some place where they actually build computers on-site now, I would love to hear it, but I would also be surprised. It seems like the typical IT department now a days does not spend much time digging into hardware.

[ClintWalton]

Hi Steve,

Here is a list of the supported/certified machines for Creo 2.0

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/138215/en/dell_creo2.pdf

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/138216/en/fujitsu_creo2.pdf

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/138217/en/hp_creo2_p10.pdf

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/156097/en/ibm_creo2.pdf

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/138218/en/lenovo_creo2_p10.pdf

http://support.ptc.com/WCMS/files/161082/en/toshiba_creo2.pdf

Other machines, including custom builds, may run Creo fine. These machines are just what have been tested by PTC.

[kbryant]

OK, so I purchased a certified Dell workstation (Precision M2800) and it crashes frequently when spinning or zooming in/out. How can I track down what is causing the issue?

The graphics driver on the machine is newer than what is listed in the certified machine document. Is that the problem?

[Inoram]

It could be the problem. It's easy to try a different driver.

Which CREO version and build, and which graphics card and drvier version is it?

[kbryant]

Creo/Elements Pro 5.0 (M200)

AMD FirePro W4170M (FireGL V)

Driver 13.352.1002.0

[Inoram]

Did you try a different driver? That's a quick thing to try first.