Dedicated CAD/CAM Computer

[John Morris]

I would like to get folks opinions on setting up a machine just to run CAD and MasterCam. Remove all the E-mail, virus scanners everything but just CAD/CAM. Block internet access at the router and only allow access to the network drive to pull in files (the Network drive is virus scanned) and post code. I realize I would need to use another machine entirely for Internet and communication. But I can't help but think the dedicated machine would run much better.

 

Thoughts? Anybody doing this?

[Joe788]

That's how I do it. It's amazing how much longer a computer stays "fresh" when it's not cluttered with internet related crap.

[3R!< W3NG3R]

+1

 

I do this also. keeps it faster too.

[LaszloK]

Getting your operating system updates might be a little more of a PITA also. I assume you would need OS updates to compliment the CAD/CAM updates.

[Toby-Axis]

I keep my Precision Offline and use the Inspiron to go online. It isn't worth risking a Virus, Trojan, or worms. It boots in 15 seconds flat and runs great. Though I had to update my Alibre V11.1 to V11.2 manually it is still worth keeping it clean.

 

LOL if I had a dollar every time Quicktime, WindowsMedia Player, and all those other junk ware updates popped up during an assembly there would be more money in the bank to buy MC

 

Until then I have to use BobScrap/Crap

[Andy]

Same here,

Dedicated computer for MC. Updates are the only inconvenience, otherwise it's great.

[Toby-Axis]

A few days ago someone sent me an email asking for my opinion about a different solid modeling software and didn't give a return email address.

 

My reply, I like it!!!

 

BTW: What's with the YOUR AD HERE! Column????

 

I wonder if I should place an add

 

Have a good day gents.

[David Colin]

No, there is 5-axis milling simultaneous verifier so Multi-Axis Machining Module should be included. I see there is a recent V6.6 machine works module. Does it can be updated into Mastercam ?