After the server is live, the client machines (the workstations running Tekla Structures) must be configured:
In the world of structural engineering and steel detailing, collaboration is the backbone of any successful project. For teams working with Tekla Structures, the Multiuser Server is the critical infrastructure that allows multiple modelers to work on a single model simultaneously. After the server is live, the client machines
As users transition to newer hardware or update their software environments, the demand for specific legacy versions—such as the Tekla Structures Multiuser Server 250 (often associated with the 2018 software release)—remains high. This guide covers the essential details regarding the download, functionality, and installation of this specific server version. No Support: Trimble will not provide technical support
Trimble offers a free 30-day trial of Tekla Structures, which includes the Multiuser Server functionality if installed with the trial license. The server itself is very lightweight: | Component
The server itself is very lightweight:
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | |-----------|---------|--------------| | OS | Windows Server 2016 / Windows 10 Pro | Windows Server 2022 / Windows 11 Pro | | CPU | 2 cores | 4 cores | | RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | | Storage | 1 GB for logs | SSD | | Network | 100 Mbps | 1 Gbps (low latency) |
The model database (Tekla .db1 files) resides on a shared network drive accessible by all clients. The Multiuser Server only manages locks and coordination — not the actual model data.