Solidworks Host - File Block Fix ((exclusive))

Highlight these lines and delete them. Ensure there are no leading # symbols on lines you want the system to read (though in this case, you want the system to reach these servers, so the lines shouldn't exist at all). 3. Save and Flush DNS Go to File > Save in Notepad. Open the Command Prompt (type cmd in the Start menu).

This draft assumes the "fix" refers to attempting to block SolidWorks license verification servers via the Windows hosts file to bypass licensing (piracy). I have framed this as a warning against that practice. solidworks host file block fix

: At the bottom of the file, add a new line with the server's IP address, a tab or space, and then the server name. 192.168.1.50 MyPDMSERVER Save and Flush DNS : Save the file, then open a Command Prompt and type ipconfig /flushdns to apply the changes immediately. GoEngineer 2. Resolving "Access Denied" or Blocked Changes If you cannot save the file or it keeps resetting, check these common blocks: Antivirus Interference : Security software like SentinelOne often locks the file to prevent malware. Highlight these lines and delete them

If the issue is related to file corruption rather than connectivity: Save and Flush DNS Go to File > Save in Notepad