When trying to run Solid Edge through a remote desktop such as Microsoft RDC or in a virtual machine such as a Citrix client, etc., Solid Edge will not run and throws an error message about not being able to run on a Terminal Service. Is it possible to run Solid Edge in a remote desktop or virtual machine environment?
Solution
Yes, it is theoretically possible to run Solid Edge in a remote desktop or virtual machine environment. In order to accomplish this you must have a custom Solid Edge license file that will enable remote desktop usage.
While it is possible to create this custom license file to fulfil your request, it is critical that we ensure that proper expectations are set with all parties involved. In order to move forward we need customer
details, justification for the custom license file, documented approvals from everyone involved, and acknowledgement that Customer, Partner, and others involved understand the limitations involved with custom license files.
To move forward with a request for a custom Solid Edge license file to enable remote desktop usage you must provide and acknowledge the below information.
1) Provide the following details.
Justification
Provide the justification for issuing a custom license file.
2) Custom License file limitations.
3) Requesting an update or change to a Custom License file.
If the customer wishes to continue with a custom license please provide the following:
If you can provide all of the above information to GTAC then we will be able to issue you with a custom license file that is suitable for use with virtual machines.
Notes
If you have further inquiries about Solid Edge General Licensing please refer to the FAQs Collection link below:
Solid Edge General Licensing FAQs Collection