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    Home > Support > Technical Support > Get Involved > Beta and Pre-Release Programs

    Beta and Pre-Release Programs

    Each new release of SolidWorks is preceded by a beta and pre-release program. Participation in these programs gives you the opportunity to try out new functionality and give us your feedback on the new release.

    Beta Program Participants Can:

     - Download and install SolidWorks beta software.
     - Get beta support and track issues.
     - Join in the discussion of features, ask questions, and learn what’s new in SolidWorks software.
     - Share, vote, and comment on ideas about the beta program in Beta Brainstorm.
     - You can win great prizes worth up to $3,000 or more! 

    Current Beta/Pre-Release Programs  Version Subscription
    Required
     Terms and
     Conditions
     
     - SolidWorks Enterprise PDM 2010  Pre-Release  Yes  Click here  

    Recent Beta Programs  Version  Details    
     - SolidWorks 2010  Beta  TBA    
     - SolidWorks Simulation 2010  Beta  TBA  

     

    Note:

    • Some Beta/Pre-Release programs are open only to customers with an active Subscription Service contract. All programs require a SolidWorks Customer Portal account. To create an account, click here.
    • To be notified when beta programs become available, visit the Customer Portal and check "Notify me for Beta Programs." You'll receive an email when a beta program becomes available.
    • Pre-release programs are not a contest and do not have Terms and Conditions.

     

     

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