Update Codemeter Server Search List

1. Fully quit all Archicad sessions and app 2. Open Codemeter app at /Applications/CodeMeter.app 3. Go to Webadmin 4. Go to Configuration 5. Click “add new Server” 6. Insert bimcloud url given by IT admin 7. Click “Apply” Before re-opening Archicad, ensure that network connection is established (e.g. you can connect to the file server)

Setting Up OpenVPN

What is OpenVPN? OpenVPN is an alternative VPN solution. You connect to your office VPN via an app instead of from the macOS drop-down menu. How to set yourself up (on macOS) 1. Ensure any existing vpn is disconnected. 2. Check if OpenVPN Connect app is available: /Applications/OpenVPN Connect/OpenVPN Connect.app. If not, request it from … Read more

Installing RAM into Your iMac

Step 1: Shut down, and unplug all of the cables from the iMac, including the power cable. Step 2: Place a few towels on a flat surface. Make sure the towels are thick enough and cover a large enough area to accommodate the 27-inch display.   Step 3: Gently place the iMac down on the … Read more

Twinmotion “missing image file” solution

Problem: “missing image file” when opening a Twinmotion project file on another computer; Solution: Use “Resource collector” feature on the computer before saving your project file; 1. With project opened, go to Twinmotion menu bar > Edit > Resource collector; 2. Select destination path – ideally a folder on your regular file server; 3. You … Read more

Contactless Visitor Register

If your business premises are frequented daily by clients and visitors, you must comply with COVID-Safe business requirements and collect individuals details for eventual contract tracing. This is an essential part of becoming a COVID-Safe business – for details also refer to the following: www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/covid-safe-businesses/qr-codes-and-contactless-record-keeping An easy and zero-cost solution to set this up is … Read more

Video Conference App Cheat Sheet

Received an invitation to yet another Conferencing system? Do the below to join an external meeting in a browser, without installing the app or signing up for another account.   Microsoft Teams Copy and paste the meeting link into the google chrome browser. [asideguide type=”alert”]When copying URLs from invitations, make sure to exclude any leading … Read more

Exporting IFC from ARCHICAD

Exporting IFC files from ARCHICAD can be a lengthy process, which often fails after an extended period. To minimise your risk of wasting your time, consider these tips: Check your ARCHICAD model for 3d errors / invalid polygons. More details how to best do this are available here. Create a specific IFC EXPORT view and … Read more

ZOOM – Tips and Tricks

            We recommend ZOOM for video conferencing (either WFH or for general office meetings) as it allows for the following: voice and / or video calls; chat function; screen sharing and a markup / whiteboard tool, that works across all platforms (iOS, macOS, Android and Windows); automatic creation of a … Read more

Adjust LAN IP Address Range

For a successful remote server connection via VPN, your home internet router must use a different IP address range to your office network setup. For example, if the office router IP address is 192.168.0.1, your home router IP address cannot be 192.168.0.x To check please do the following: When connected to your home internet, go … Read more

VPN setup on macOS

If you are setting up VPN on your mac for the first time, here are some steps to go through: Install the VPN Profile that you received; Click on the Apple logo (on top left) > System Preferences > Network Select the VPN connection from the sidebar and check “show VPN status in menu bar”. … Read more