Installing the Workgroup PDM Server creates a Workgroup PDM vault, which is the database that stores the managed SolidWorks projects.

1. Start SolidWorks Installation Manager (as described under Initiating SolidWorks Installation).
2. In the Welcome screen, select the following:
   • Server products
   • Install SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Server (vault) on this computer.
3. On the Serial Number screen, click SolidWorks Workgroup PDM, and enter the SolidWorks Workgroup PDM serial number.
4. Follow the SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Server installation instructions, selecting Vault as the Setup Type.
5. On the final screen, do one of the following:
   • If you have already installed SolidWorks Explorer, clear Launch SolidWorks Explorer Install and then click Finish.
   • If you have not installed SolidWorks Explorer, ensure that Launch SolidWorks Explorer Install is checked and then click Finish.