Installation Guide
System Requirements:
- Windows 10/11 64-bit or Linux
- Intel Core i7 or equivalent processor
- 16GB RAM minimum (32GB recommended)
- NVIDIA GPU with 4GB VRAM minimum
- 50GB available disk space
Step-by-Step Installation
- System Check: Verify your system meets all minimum requirements before installation.
- Download Installer: Download the Star CCM+ installer from the official Siemens website.
- Run Installation: Execute the installer with administrator privileges.
- License Configuration: Configure license server settings or install floating license.
- Component Selection: Choose required components (solver, post-processor, CAD modules).
- Installation Path: Specify installation directory with sufficient space.
- Complete Installation: Follow prompts to complete installation and restart if required.
- Verification: Launch Star CCM+ to verify successful installation.
Specifications
| Software Name | Star CCM+ 2023.1 |
| Type | Computational Fluid Dynamics Software |
| Developer | Siemens Digital Industries Software |
| Release Date | March 2023 |
| Supported OS | Windows 10/11, Linux RHEL 7+, Ubuntu 18.04+ |
| Processor Support | Multi-core Intel/AMD processors |
| Memory Requirements | 16GB minimum, 32GB recommended |
| GPU Acceleration | NVIDIA CUDA support |
| License Type | Node-locked or Floating |
| File Formats | STL, STEP, IGES, Parasolid, CATIA V5 |
| Physics Models | 200+ built-in models |
| Parallel Processing | MPI-based parallel computation |
License Information
- Standard License: 1-year subscription with updates
- Academic License: Special pricing for educational institutions
- Technical Support: Included with all licenses
- Training: Optional training packages available
For technical support, contact Siemens Support at 1-800-345-6789 or visit Siemens.com/starccm
Key Features
Integrated Workflow
Complete CFD workflow from CAD to results in a single integrated environment, eliminating data transfer between applications.
Automated Meshing
Advanced automated meshing technology with polyhedral cells for accurate results with fewer cells and faster solution times.
Multiphysics Simulation
Comprehensive multiphysics capabilities including fluid flow, heat transfer, stress, electromagnetics, and particle tracking.
Design Exploration
Built-in design exploration tools for optimization studies, parameter sweeps, and design of experiments.
High Performance Computing
Scalable parallel processing for handling large, complex simulations on HPC clusters and cloud computing resources.
Advanced Post-processing
Comprehensive visualization and data analysis tools for extracting meaningful insights from simulation results.
Physics Capabilities
Fluid Dynamics
Steady and transient flows, compressible and incompressible, laminar and turbulent
Heat Transfer
Conduction, convection, radiation, conjugate heat transfer, phase change
Multiphase Flows
Eulerian multiphase, VOF, Lagrangian particle tracking, cavitation
Reacting Flows
Combustion, chemical reactions, species transport, pollution formation
Aerodynamics
External aerodynamics, moving reference frames, rotating machinery
Acoustics
Aeroacoustics, noise prediction, acoustic propagation analysis
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Software won't start | License issue, corrupted installation | Check license server, reinstall software |
| Slow performance | Insufficient RAM, disk space issues | Increase memory allocation, free disk space |
| Meshing failures | Poor geometry quality, incorrect settings | Repair CAD geometry, adjust meshing parameters |
| Solution divergence | Poor initialization, unstable physics | Improve initial conditions, adjust solver settings |
| Memory errors | Large mesh size, memory leaks | Reduce mesh size, update to latest version |
| Graphics issues | Outdated drivers, insufficient VRAM | Update graphics drivers, reduce visualization quality |
Error Codes
- ERR-1001: License not found - Check license server connection
- ERR-2005: Memory allocation failed - Reduce mesh size or increase RAM
- ERR-3010: File access denied - Check file permissions and paths
- ERR-4002: Solver divergence - Adjust physics models or boundary conditions
- ERR-5001: Geometry import failure - Repair CAD file or use different format
- ERR-6003: Parallel processing error - Check MPI configuration
Manual Downloads
Current Version Manuals
Star CCM+ 2023.1
Full User Manual
Star CCM+ 2023.1
Installation Guide
Star CCM+ 2023.1
Tutorial Guide
Star CCM+ 2023.1
Reference Guide
Previous Versions
Star CCM+ 2022.2
Full User Manual
Star CCM+ 2021.3
Full User Manual
Star CCM+ 2020.2
Full User Manual
Star CCM+ 2019.3
Full User Manual