Simply extract the files and execute the application.
While we strongly advise against using a "portable" cracked version, if you are setting up a legitimate copy on a dedicated machine, here are the official system requirements: Solidworks 2012 Portable
A "portable" application is software packaged to run without modifying the host computer's registry or system files. To create an unauthorized portable version of a massive CAD suite like SolidWorks, third-party crackers compress the core program files and installation registry entries into a single executable file (.exe) using virtualization tools. Simply extract the files and execute the application
SolidWorks 2012 was built over a decade ago. It was never optimized for modern operating systems like Windows 10 or Windows 11, nor can it efficiently utilize modern multi-core processors or high-resolution 4K displays. Running this vintage architecture in a makeshift portable container frequently causes UI glitches, scaling issues, and severe performance lag. 4. Legal and Ethical Issues SolidWorks 2012 was built over a decade ago