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Wait to Vomit 3D CAD or Move to Windows 7 and SolidWorks 2010? Win a SpacePilot PRO

by Josh on December 23, 2009 · View Comments

If you get the fever and shakes just thinking about moving to new technology, I’m with you. (I’m totally not with you) I’d much prefer to just stick my finger in my throat and vomit magnificent cad data all over a glass office table.

Can you imagine?… you SO know that would be awesome. People would sit… and wait… to watch you wretch. But until they come up with the technology that allows vomiting CAD to happen, we’re stuck with upgrading hardware and software till we’re numb in the face.

So, right now, I’m chugin’ Ovaltine and bangin’ away on Windows 98 and SolidWorks 97 plus. STOP LAUGHING! it hurts… (I’m totally not using those, but…) I need you to make fun of me and tell me why I need to put my fear of change muscular IT people with laser guns, behind me and upgrade to the latest tech.

You know what you could get? Well, besides, virtual high fives for your wit from everyone, you’ll have the chance to win a SpacePilot Pro. It’s a fancy 3D mouse thingy that’s part of the scary, new present of technology. All ya gotta do to enter is leave a comment making fun of me and giving us all good reasons to upgrade to Windows 7 and SolidWorks 2010… or not. If you want a few extra chances then do the following…

I can’t actually track all of those, but the magic contest fairies will give you some extra cred when the drawing takes place (which will be Wednesday, January 30th) I can tell if you RT on twitter, share on Facebook or blog about it, so do that as much as possible and I’ll put an entry in for every time you do it. That is so ronkin’… yeah, ronkin’.

Should I Wait to Vomit 3D CAD or Move to Windows 7 and SolidWorks 2010?

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Here’s a photo of the SpacePilot Pro. It’s 3DConnexion’s most technologically advance 3D mouse and will make everyone wonder if you came from the future. 3DConnexion sent it to me a while back, but I quit using it because I’m really into spreadsheets and Microsoft paint right now. It doesn’t work in those too well… just so you know. More about it here.

Tagged as: 3d cad, contest, solidworks 2010, solidworks upgrade, spacepilot, windows 7, windows upgrade

  • Dan
    SW2010 has a 'slot' feature for drawings, and way better mating tools in assembly mode than 2009. Let it be noted that it is way more of a machine hog though.
  • John Matrishon
    Hmm, have to go with Windows 7 and 2010 on this one. It's kinda like the old "works better because the name is better". Who got paid for the name "Vista" anyway? Reminds me of some of the really bad automotive names......would you buy a Ford F150 or a Probe.....that's where the vomit comes in......a Mustang or Fiesta......and the list could go on! So, obviously Windows 7 is just awesome!
  • I'm not sure why you are waiting to upgrade. Do you enjoy the abuse?
  • In all honesty, I am upgrading... myself. It's the company I work for that is having the problem. I'm pushing them to make the move by February. We'll see...
  • You have to love this stuff, some of the productivity inhancments they made to 2010 are great, as for Windows 7, whats the phrase.........I will try anything once, twice if I like it and 3x if its free, so I did..............it great
  • I'm with you. I maybe should have asked the question to see how people were convincing management to move to windows 7 even after show productivity gains and cost reduction. ahy.
  • New year=New SW=New features
    Ok. I want/need this successory so here is my attempt to complete the requirements...

    Humor:
    Josh uses "Vomit 3D" in everyday language including in reference to ill behaved children.

    Reasons for SW2010:
    1. Decals
    2. Rapid Dimensioning
    3. Faster Rebuilds

    Reasons for Windows 7
    1. Solidworks will only be supported on this platform (soon).
    2. Seven is a lucky number
  • Edo
    Upgrading from SW2009 sp3 with Win Vista to SW2010 and Win 7 64Bit a week ago and I'm still looking for the commands around the app, what's gone and what's new...
  • Any commands in particular? I've found the transition from 09 to 10 really smooth. The commands and shortcuts I used in 09 came over into 10. I'm am spending some time getting the gestures set up though.
  • hifiguy
    Dude. Seriously. You so gotta upgrade to Win 98 SE where they introduced the autohide taskbar, which is THE best feature ever to happen to Windows. Does Win 7 inherit the autohide taskbar? I rest my case!

    Well after clutching to WinXP for 9 years, the only two reasons that justified upgrading were 64bit stability and compatibility. Nothing hurts more than watching your apps crash mid way through intensive calcs then having to restart and hold a candle-light vigil so the same thing doesn't happen again. Now with endless gobs of RAM supported by exponentially increasing software releases, we don't have to sweat about redlining the memory gauges. Take advantage of my quad-proc to render an extreme DOF shot in PhotoView360? Go ahead and make it 2560x1600. Faster rebuild times for assemblies? Let's throw in a mesh file from a 3D scan and spin it around and zoom in/out really fast!
  • terpsichorean
    It's all about the 64-bizzle. SolidWorks absolutely sings under 64-bit Windows 7. The nice thing is that unlike back in the days of WinXP 64-bit, manufacturers are actually releasing 64-bit signed drivers for 7, so "esoteric" devices *cough* SpaceNavigator *cough* will usually work.
    Render performance within SW is better and I've found assemblies to be much, much smoother. But don't listen to me! Spend a couple hundred and find out for yaself.
  • You know that extra RAM you have that 32-bit windows pretends isn't there? 64-bit Windows 7 loves it. And Solidworks 2010, 64-bit, loves Windows 7, 64-bit. And from a mostly Mac (except when using Solidworks and AutoCAD) user's perspective, Windows 7 totally doesn't suck.

    So suck it up and upgrade. You'll be glad.

    (besides, that way your tips will be more relevant for updated users)
  • marcnelson
    Woohoo! Go with a Mac and get SolidWorks to make a Mac Version! I can't believe you put go with a Mac on the list. Oh and if you want to see 3D Vomit, just spin a 4 year old around in a tire swing for a few minutes after eating a Happy Meal. Don't worry, the 3D Vomit will happen, no 3D google needed but Safety glasses might be desired. Don't say I didn't warn you!
  • C Treviso
    If I was working from home it would be Win 7 and SW 2010 all the way! At work I get control over the CAD package, but my boss like to wait 2 versions when it comes the OS. Told him that SW2011 will only run on Win 7! Hope that lights a fire in his pants to review workstations!
  • DouDavey
    Its is not if you vomit but when. Pain is the only thing that we cad users are able to take as we navigate the unpredictable path laid down by committee driven developers. If only I had not eaten of that 2010 just yet I would still have that file, it would not be laid out in front of me, as vomit, in such an unpleasant way. The thought of Window 7 on top of 2010, is starting a lifting in my insides of more pain and ……… vomit.
  • dougdavey
    Its is not if you vomit but when. Pain is the only thing that we cad users are able to take as we navigate the unpredictable path laid down by committee driven developers. If only I had not eaten of that 2010 just yet I would still have that file, it would not be laid out in front of me, as vomit, in such an unpleasant way. The thought of Window 7 on top of 2010, is starting a lifting in my insides of more pain and ……… vomit.
  • bigmikeo
    Forget the upgrade, my SolidWorks 95 does everything I ever need. Granted It took me two hours to load your page over my modem. My mom was trying to call out and she was pissed off! Does that SpacePilot come in a RS232 connection style? OH I'm all giddy!
  • Joe J.
    Josh,
    Funniest line I read all year, "bangin’ away on Windows 98 and SolidWorks 97 plus",
    classic !
  • thanks Joe! hard to think that was reality 12 years ago... dang, 12 years ago. ha!
  • cwaltersdesign
    Just upgraded to 2010! Already notice some good things like "delete face" processes much more quickly than 09.

    When 2011 comes out and I have to upgrade to Windows7, I'll probably spring for the 64bit version and 8gig of RAM! Wish I had it now...
  • Fred Schechter
    I've gone to win 7,, and to plaid. No 2010 yet though (hoping!)
  • 3Dgeorge
    I think you need to stop redesigning the wheel in your prehistoric Bland 97 Crap, and invent the wheel with the future of 3D. Next stop 3D glasses glued to our faces and SolidWorks will talk to you and make sounds...woohoo...didnt your mamma tel you that that its not nice to brag!!!
  • What scares me most about the coming Vomit CAD revolution is getting the dry heaves! Not only is it the most painful, but I guess the signal would be that I am completely out of ideas. So, not only would I have sore abs, but I would also have a nice little pink piece of paper and cardboard box to go along with it.

    My IT guy took it upon himself to order a 250GB SSD and Win7 64 (from Vista 32). He is upgrading my box some time in the near future. I am hoping the SSD will make FEA work a little faster. Still waiting on our asian partners to upgrade to 2010, but that will come in mid-Jan.
  • Well, consdiering that I picked up an early release copy of Win7 when it was on sale, I'd hate to keep it just sitting in the box. Besides, it's better than Vista.
  • stevecombs
    I'm loving SW2010 on my 32-bit XP, and have decided I'll jump to Win7 sometime soon. Meanwhile, I'll stand outside the vomitorium and wait till you hose them puppies down, we'll see if it's good CAD then.
  • JeffMirisola
    I think Michael may be right, you are the puppet master...
  • Puppet Master 1 or 2? cause the 2nd one was just lame.
  • toddblacksher
    I am in the process of moving to Windows 7 64-bit & SolidWorks 2010 SP1 - and I wish that I could have done this sooner (just got the Win7 disk the other day). I may add another comment with my install time - SolidWorks 2010 is one of the cleanest installs yet.
  • toddblacksher
    Just finished the install . . .
    From clicking "Install Now" until the "Installation is Complete" screen -
    6 minutes 35 seconds
    Installed: SolidWorks Premium, Simulation Premium, SolidWorks Flow
    Win7 & SWX 2010 - F . . . T . . . W!
    (I'll tweet a pic - twitter.com/tahhhd)
  • GadgetGav
    Go with a Mac, install Windows 7 via Boot Camp and run SolidWorks 2010 on that....
    That's what I did..! To be fair, I've only got SW2009 on my Win7 MacBook Pro, but I've got 2010 at work, so I could upgrade...
  • diverso
    I waited all year long for Win7 and SW10 to come out. as soon as they did I bought a M4400 with Win7 x64 and then waited some more for SW10 SP1(Win7 Support) to come out.

    Now I'm worried that I'll develop 3D CAD Bulimia problem in the future!
  • Already running SW2010 SP1 = Great smooth move that has left a pretty tasty taste in my mouth.
    Still wondering if I should go with Win7 or not. All the crazies out there are saying it's pretty good. Guess I will have to keep the trash can handy and upgrade hoping not to spew all over in the process.
  • I so know you're going out this weekend to get a windows 7 tattoo over your windows XP tattoo. hard.core.
  • groundbound
    With the new and improved MS INK 7 your OS tattoo updates itself in an automatic and pain free fashion. (Obviously an improvement to the previous version that would occasionally cause arms to fall of during the tattooing process as well as requiring the person wearing it to replace any preexisting unsupported artwork.)
  • i just got a new box with windows 7, no complaints thus far.

    vomiting 3d CAD with sharp corners is probably preferable to the alternative.
  • Because of the S-key thats is so addictive that it is annoying. When you are working in other CAD programs you keep pressing the S-key then you go to sketch or something else you don't want to do. So Once you used it, you never want and can go back ;)
    And Windows 7 has Paint, with the ribbon it is awesome! And all your gadgets work too!! Oh and I really don't think sw 2010 would run on windows 98, so you don't really have a choice ;)
  • fcsuper
    What about the vomit faeries?
  • those things scare me. have you seen them? they smell like old toes.
  • Aready done the Solidworks 2010 thing! must do the Window 7 thing! As for the vomit thing may give that one a miss!
  • rjensen
    I won't be upgrading to Win7, but SW 2010 is just around the corner!!
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