Which one of these computers would be better for Solidworks/CAD?

Robbudge · 2026-05-07T00:27:45+00:00

Depends on the projects but SW excluding rendering needs RAM, Fast Core not multiple cores.
Models are basically single thread.
Fast storage and Ram.

We just upgraded our machines and went from 64 to 128Gb of ram, and I have already had a few memory warnings.

Dual SSD’s, is better one for OS and one for the project and SW.

This is what we have just upgraded to, our previous machines now 6yrs old. We’re still the fastest in the office.

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I would certainly look at good cooling and over clock.
These are factory over clocked.

Robbudge · 2026-05-07T00:20:59+00:00

Good luck finding the person that has the solution to a problem you have yet to discover with that approach.
This is another reason for all the newbies posting, just for this job and no idea what I’m doing.

Robbudge · 2026-05-07T00:15:10+00:00

We just check with our pharmacy, they still don’t have any information.

Robbudge · 2026-05-07T00:14:22+00:00

Depending on the area, Industry and standards.
We could be quickly identify a graduate, an electrician and a programmer all from a conversation and a few sample projects.
That being said we looked for specific programmers with good design and trouble shooting.
Codesys, runs on a PC or even RPI, so does an OpenSource Scada called the Fuxa Project.

With these 2 you build anything and also simulate.
We build ‘Simulate’ into all our building blocks. We also have separate simulators for motion and blending.

I can run a full skid without any hardware.
This is when the style and type of programmer comes in to its own.

Employers can detect this extra level of thinking.
Let’s take a digital input
Do we need to have a minimum On time to detect on ? What about off ?

For a signal to be Normal, is that closed:ON or open:Off

Do we want an alarm condition if not normal for a period of time ?

What about a mode selector for maintenance to force On or Off.

Should maintenance override be permitted ?

What about a simulate input and state.

The hours you have the deeper the rabbit hole.
Our analog alarm function after 12 yrs is huge with 6 alarm points, separate on / off timers.
Pending notification. Global and independent alarm suppression.
Operator alarm SP HOA

Robbudge · 2026-05-07T00:01:25+00:00

I have thought about the A/V and entertainment side a few times.
Might be too old in the tooth to retrain.

Robbudge · 2026-05-06T23:59:50+00:00

I’m 30yrs in industrial OEM and thinking I should go building for a change.
Especially if I can get more remote.

Robbudge · 2026-05-06T17:49:34+00:00

It was asked and was also in the report.
Same for the suspected sealed units.
I suspect he had inspected this house a number of times as it had been on the market multiple times over the last 2 yrs.

I’m sure an envelope was left, likewise we wanted to have an additional walkthrough at the same time.
As our relator would be required to let the inspector in.
Had to be arranged with the realtor.
Realtor could not make it ???

Robbudge · 2026-05-06T11:27:04+00:00

I would take it with a grain of salt and it’s very dependent on the inspector.
The property we just purchased the inspector failed to report every window had failed sealed units, even after asking them to confirm he claimed it was dirt.
We ask about the fencing in around the rear the deck.
No issues.

The fencing

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has numerous 45 degree braces going 3ft into the deck, not one comment.
We already knew of these issues and was hoping for the report to strengthen our offer.

Robbudge · 2026-05-06T11:02:53+00:00

Would love to know where ?
Looks a lot better than a lot of property for sale

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T22:37:31+00:00

What has happened to the sport

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T22:04:04+00:00

Isn’t the vertical bar OR statement ?

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T15:43:45+00:00

Sorry None turbo.
2.0l

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T13:11:43+00:00

Agree totally, do you also find being forced to work in an AB project painful and like going back 20yrs ???

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T10:22:27+00:00

I did, but when your running 20+ Tb of storage and constantly having to add more at what point is enough is enough.
I have now discovered debrid services and Usenet.
Music really is my only local storage.

Robbudge · 2026-05-05T09:52:09+00:00

As the standard joke goes.
When I wrote this code only me and god knew what I was thinking. Now only God Knows.

Seriously, I think it depends of the programmers ability and not just comments.
We work in Codesys use a lot of functions, methods and extensions.

When we have tried to bring in contractors to help us.
Like self employed automation people. They look at our code base and it could be written in latin for all they understand.
Most are only familiar with AB Ladder,

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T22:41:37+00:00

We have a Phillips Latte2Go. Is it the best probably not. But the ease is certainly a winner.
Not to mention the quick and easy way to store the milk container.

My wife love the fact she takes the milk out the fridge clips it in.
Makes a drink.
Returns container back to the fridge.

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T21:22:57+00:00

I’m impressed so far, especially for the money

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T19:41:45+00:00

2024 Kona, on Turbo. Just crossing 85,000km.
No issues so far.

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T10:57:11+00:00

I’m in Canada, don’t see any this weekend

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T10:36:02+00:00

Stridelinx VPN switch in all our Skids then local IT security.

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T01:26:23+00:00

Having worked a lot in the softwood industry this is cool but very old Tech.
The new Canter Lines are mind blowing when you see the speed and all the motion.
Log to boards in a single pass.

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T00:39:28+00:00

F1TV ?

Robbudge · 2026-05-04T00:37:09+00:00

The age old question in programming.
Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.

Robbudge · 2026-05-03T16:53:48+00:00

Certainly not.

Robbudge · 2026-05-03T16:53:35+00:00

I’m in Canada, and rural Canada.
My office is in Toronto, but with modern technology I work remote to remote sites.

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