Learning Software - Ansys FDTD

    1. Software Introduction

    Ansys FDTD, fully known as Ansys Lumerical FDTD, is a professional photonic simulation software based on the Finite-Difference Time-Domain (FDTD) method. It is primarily used for the design and optimization of photonic devices, processes, and materials, and serves as an essential tool for teaching, research, and student practical guidance in fields such as optics and electronic information.

    2. License Description
    1)Educational Version
    Deployed Version: Ansys FDTD 2025
    Deployment Location: AC1-203
    License Mode: Annual subscription + network floating license, supporting up to 30 terminal devices running the software simultaneously.
    License Validity Period: Until March 31, 2027. If the contract is not renewed upon expiration, the authorization will become invalid.
    For related inquiries, please contact the Academic Affairs Office.
    2)Student Version
       Free download for student version: Click to download
    3.Installation Instructions
    1)Educational Version
    Pre-installed and licensed in the designated classroom AC1-203. Teachers and students can use it directly during class without the need for individual installation.  
    2)Student Version

    Before Installation:
    Ensure your computer meets the technical requirements to run the software. For details, refer to the platform support documentation.
    Ensure the computer where you are installing the product has administrator privileges.
    Uninstall any existing Ansys products on your computer. The Ansys Student installation will overwrite all existing installations.
    Visit the Ansys Learning Forum for additional assistance.

    Ansys Student Product Installation Steps:

    1. Extract (unzip) the downloaded installation files.
    2. Right-click on setup.exe and select "Run as administrator." (This will launch setup.exe from the extracted files.)
    3. Read and accept the ClickWrap agreement to proceed.
    4. Click the right arrow button and accept the default settings throughout the installation process.
    5. Click the Exit button to close the installer.

    The Ansys Student software is now installed. Congratulations!
    Restart your computer, then launch the Ansys Student product by selecting Workbench from the Start menu.

    Supported Platforms and Operating Systems:

    • Microsoft Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit

    Minimum Hardware Requirements for Ansys Student Products (excluding Ansys Discovery):

    • Processor: Workstation-class
    • 4GB RAM
    • 50GB hard disk space
    • The computer must have a physical C:/ drive
    • Graphics card and driver: Professional workstation 3-D class
    • OpenGL support

    Minimum Hardware Requirements for Ansys Discovery:

    • CPU: Pentium® 4 2.0 GHz or Athlon® 2000+ or faster 64-bit (x64) processor
    • 8GB RAM

    Ansys Discovery Student relies on the latest GPU technology to deliver computational and visualization experiences. To run the software, you need:

    • Graphics card: Dedicated NVIDIA GPU based on Kepler, Maxwell, or Pascal architecture (Quadro recommended). Maxwell 2000 or higher is strongly recommended. Most standalone NVIDIA graphics cards manufactured in 2013 or later are based on one of these architectures.
    • The graphics card must have at least 4GB of dedicated memory (8GB preferred). Ensure you have the latest graphics driver installed, available from NVIDIA Driver Downloads.
    • The Discovery Compatibility Tool can be used to determine if your current graphics hardware supports Ansys Discovery.
    • Discovery's performance is less dependent on the machine's CPU and RAM. A modern 64-bit CPU with at least 4GB of RAM running Windows is sufficient.
    • If your graphics card does not meet these specifications, the software will not run.

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