| Applies To | |||
| Product(s): | AutoPLANT Piping | ||
| Version(s): | XM Edition | ||
| Environment: | N/A | ||
| Area: | N/A | ||
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| Original Author: | Bentley Technical Support Group | ||
Object Enabler: How do I view an AutoPLANT Plant Design Workgroup model when AutoPLANT is not installed?
The Object Enabler Utility allows you to view AutoPLANT models directly from AutoCAD, without requiring any Bentley Plant applications on the machine. Download the Object Enabler from SELECTservices Onlinehttp://selectservices.bentley.com/en-US/Support/Downloads+And+Updates/Downloads-MySELECT+CD/
Download Category = Free Updates
Interest/Discipline = Plant.
How do I view an AutoPLANT model within 3D Studio VIZ or 3D Studio Max?
Follow the steps outlined below:
- Open the existing model within AutoPLANT.
- Type PROXYGRAPHICS at the command line and set the value to 1.
- Select the File > Export... pulldown.
- When the Export Data dialog appears, set the Save As Type pulldown to 3D Studio (*.3ds).
- Enter a File Name and select the Save button.
- Select the AutoPLANT objects to be exported.
- Configure the Export Options when the 3D Studio File Export Options dialog appears and select OK.
A 3DS file will be created within your specified location. Start 3D Studio VIZ or 3D Studio Max to import the 3DS file.
How do I find out what Operating Systems AutoPLANT supports?
One the download page, along with Product name and Version, there is a column that lists the Windows Operating System Versions that are supported. If it does not specifically state 64 bit, then 64 bit is not supported.
How can I view AutoPLANT files without using AutoCAD?
Bentley View and Bentley Navigator will view and plot AutoPLANT models. Bentley View is a no cost viewer that is available from Bentley's product web page here: http://www.bentley.com/en-US/Products/Bentley+View/
What is briefcase mode?
Briefcase mode is an unofficial term that refers to the state in which a drawing is accessed using Drawing Access Mode. Opening a drawing using a configuration rather than a project is considered "Briefcase mode".
How does briefcase mode work?
Briefcase mode simply allows users to open and edit a drawing apart from the project while retaining intelligence. Simply copy the DWG to a local machine that does not have access to the project. When opening the drawing in AutoPLANT Piping, the user will be prompted to open it in a project or configuration. Open it in a configuration with the appropriate units.
How do I optimize AutoPLANT Piping?
There are several factors that substantially affect performance:
- Hardware. Please see the README1ST.HTM provided with each install for minimum requirements. However, the more memory and better graphics card installed, the better the performance.
- AutoCAD settings. VIEWPORTS, SHADEMODE and CLIPPING are a few AutoCAD features that will affect performance. While shaded multiple 3D views may make modeling easier, there may be performance issues especially if a user is running on the bare minimum for hardware. Some functions that may be affected are open/save, redraw and switching views. 2D Wireframe Shademode is best for speed especially with large models.
- System files. To ensure that applications have been installed in the proper order, go to the menu: Piping > Help > About... and select the "System Info" button. Highlight PDW and select OK to search for conflicts.
Since AutoPLANT Plant Design Workgroup XM Edition does not include Bentley Explorer, what do I use to view review and publish AutoPLANT Piping models?
Bentley Navigator is the recommended software to use with AutoPLANT Piping models. Using this tool with the application Imodel Composer, there is the ability to publish to a single file with intelligence for client review.
What AutoDesk (AutoCAD) products are supported for AutoPLANT Piping XM Edition?
Autodesk® Products
AutoCAD:
2004,2005,2006,2007,2008
AutoCAD Mechanical Desktop:
2004,2005,2006,2007,2008
Architectural Desktop:
2004,2005,2006,2007,2008
Building Systems:
2004,2005,2006,2007,2008
AutoCAD Mechanical:
2004,2005,2006,2007,2008
Note: Only 32 Bit versions of AutoCAD are currently supported. Please also note that the latest service packs from Autodesk should be used for all Autodesk products listed above.
Does AutoPLANT XM support AutoCAD 2009 (as of 08.09.03.30)?
No, AutoPLANT XM Edition does not support AutoCAD 2009. However, the recently released V8i version of AutoPLANT does support AutoCAD 2009.
What are the Databases supported for AutoPLANT PDW (as of 08.09.03.30)?
Microsoft Access 2000, 2002, 2003
SQLServer 2000, 2003, 2005 and MSDE
Oracle 9i Release 2, Oracle 10g
See Also
External Links
Bentley Technical Support KnowledgeBase
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