An Intel Pentium or AMD Athlon-class processor was standard. Challenges with "Portable" CAD Software
The introduction of Limit Mates allowed designers to capture more complex mechanical motions within their assemblies. System Requirements (Classic vs. Modern) Portable Solidworks 2004
Solidworks relies heavily on the Windows Registry and registered DLLs, which typically stay on the original host computer. An Intel Pentium or AMD Athlon-class processor was standard
Solidworks 2004 was a landmark release in the evolution of the platform, introducing several features that are now industry standards: Portable Solidworks 2004
Running high-performance software from a USB drive can lead to significant slowdowns unless using high-speed USB 3.0 or Type-C connections. Modern Alternatives for Mobility
Originally designed for Windows XP Professional or Windows 2000; it was the last version to support Windows Me and NT 4.0.