Return to the SSQ activator folder and run the server activation script again. 5. Re-register the SSQ Activation Script
Residual registry entries from older installations often block the 2017 activator from writing new licensing paths.
If a previous version of SolidWorks was installed on your computer, even if you thought you uninstalled it, it often leaves behind hundreds of entries in the Windows Registry. These "orphaned" registry keys and values can directly conflict with a fresh installation and block the activator from performing its tasks correctly. Solidworks.2017.activator-ssq Error 6
The final phase ensures the activation "sticks."
With a clean environment, you can now proceed with the SSQ tool. Return to the SSQ activator folder and run
Scene 1 — Diagnose
Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes regarding software activation troubleshooting. Using cracked software violates EULAs and poses security risks. If you can, tell me: If a previous version of SolidWorks was installed
: Prevent the software from phoning home to validate license keys. Add inbound and outbound blocks for the SLDREF.exe and solidworks.exe binaries.
: A known conflict occurs if a newer version of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA 7.1) is already present on the machine, which older installation managers do not recognize correctly.
Try running the activator in compatibility mode. Right-click the activator > Properties > Compatibility tab > Check "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and select an older version of Windows.
By following the systematic steps above (especially the clean boot, manual registry merge, and SMB1.0 enablement), you should achieve a successful activation. Remember to re-enable your antivirus after activation and add the SolidWorks installation folder as an exclusion to prevent future quarantine events.