3D Editing Almost Impossible

[Anonymous]

I've searched the forum & haven't seen anyone with my specific issues on this, so I'm hoping there's a possible solution(s).

Recently jumped from AC13 to 17. Working in 2D is super fast & everything's great. In the 3D window however, the selection of objects is so slow that it is often impossible to make any edits. This is true regardless of the size or complexity of the model; a blank template with 1 simple beam behaves the same as a fully modeled project created in an earlier version & opened in 17. It may be my machine is in need of an upgrade, but I'm hoping there may be other fixes. I've heard mention of upgrading to a Code-meter key plug from the Wibu but have been unable to find out any more info on that. Any insights would be appreciated.

MacPro/OSX10.7.5/2x2.66 Dual/8GB/NVIDIA GeForce 7300GT 256MB

[Nando Mogollon]

Hi Mike,

AC17 is particularly fast ... even in 3D. However the experience depends always -among other things- on hardware. it is true that you could have a better experience with better hardware, and I think you will need to upgrade soon, just be aware that 64 bit processors are required for AC17. and RAM requirements have doubled since AC13.

overall.... it may be good upgrade your hardware.

Regards

[JaredBanks]

Could be not enough memory on the video card? 256 MB is the minimum for 17, but 518 is recommended.

http://www.graphisoft.com/support/system_requirements/index.html

Have you called Tech Support? Seems like they might be able to tell you really quickly if it's your machine.