How To Block Logins To A PDM Professional Or Standard Vault

Raymond Scarlett

Updated September 11, 2026 19:58

Problem

This article describes how to block logins to a Vault. This may become necessary when we no longer require users to log into a Sandbox or any other Vault. This will also allow a PDM admin to use this Vault for future testing, but ensure that no users are accidentally logging into the test Vault. Prior to blocking logins, we may also delete the Vault View from users' computers. Please see instructions on deleting a Vault in this article:
How To Delete A PDM Professional Or Standard Vault View – Hawk Ridge Systems

Solution

Open SOLIDWORKS PDM Administration Tool
Log in to the Vault we want to disable for users as 'Admin'
Right-click on the Vault and click on "Properties"
In the Vault Properties screen, click on "Block Log-ins" as shown in the image below. This will prevent all access to the Vault except the 'Admin' user.

In Vault Properties, click Block Log-ins

For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.

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