What specs do I need for a notebook to run Pro/E efficiently?

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To run Pro/Engineer 5.0 Schools Edition efficiently on a laptop, users should prioritize a dedicated workstation graphics card, such as NVIDIA Quadro, to handle the program's graphical demands. A minimum of 6 to 8 GB of RAM is recommended, with a dual-core processor of at least 2.4 GHz for optimal performance. The Dell M6500 and M4500 models are suggested for their specifications, while Lenovo is recommended as a preferable brand for laptops. Battery life may be compromised due to the need for a powerful GPU.

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  • Understanding of Pro/Engineer 5.0 system requirements
  • Familiarity with workstation graphics cards, specifically NVIDIA Quadro
  • Knowledge of laptop specifications, including RAM and processor types
  • Awareness of brand reliability in laptops, particularly Dell and Lenovo
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  • Research the specifications of NVIDIA Quadro graphics cards for laptops
  • Explore the performance benchmarks of Dell M6500 and M4500 models
  • Investigate Lenovo laptop options suitable for CAD applications
  • Learn about optimizing battery life while using high-performance applications
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This discussion is beneficial for engineers, CAD designers, and IT professionals seeking to purchase a laptop capable of efficiently running Pro/Engineer 5.0, as well as anyone interested in understanding the hardware requirements for demanding software applications.

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I plan on buying a laptop this weekend and need some advice on what to get. The only heavy program that I will be running is Pro/Engineer 5.0 Schools Edition. What specs are required for my laptop to run this program efficiently(RAM, processor, etc.)? Does anyone have any experience with running this program on a notebook? Thanks for any help.
 
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I have only used the full blown versions. In this case the graphics card and accelerator is the weak link.
 
What kind of computer did you have?
 
Why do you want a laptop if your goal is to run Pro/E? The problem is that now you are constrained to needing an actual graphics card, which is going to destroy your battery life. The best GPU to have is a workstation graphics card like a Quadro. I don't know if they make those for laptops though.
 
We have been using SW through an external license. We had a special graphics cards, and 6 or 8 GB (the more the better) RAM installed. Get at least a duo core processor 2.4 GHz or better.

See requirements here:

http://www.ptc.com/WCMS/files/77552/en/proewf5.pdf
 
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Get a dell M6500 (17" display) or M4500 (15.6" display).
 
Boo to Dell. If you MUST get a notebook, get Lenovo.
 

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