Accessing PennSim through CAE Computers

How to access PennSim through computers

Accessing PennSim on CAE Lab Computers


PennSim is launched through AppsAnywhere on CAE lab computers. Because CAE lab machines restrict access to local storage (e.g., C:\), you must store and run your .asm files from your network I: drive to avoid file access errors.

Step 1: Launch PennSim via AppsAnywhere

  1. Open AppsAnywhere on a CAE lab computer.
  2. Search for PennSim.
  3. Select Launch.

Fine PennSim in AppsAnywhere

Step 2: Create a PennSim Working Folder on the I: Drive (Required)

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Navigate to This PC and open your I: drive.
  3. Create a folder for your work (recommended: PennSim).
  4. Copy or move your .asm files into this folder.

Create folder on I:\ (Your CAE Filespace)

Move .asm file into new folder 

Step 3: Assemble/Run Using the I: Drive Path

When you run a command such as as yourfile.asm, PennSim may attempt to locate the file on the local C:\ drive and fail. Always specify the path on the I: drive.

Incorrect (may default to C: and fail):

as yourfile.asm

Correct (explicit I: drive path):

as I:\yourfolder\yourfile.asm

Example:

as I:\PennSim\program1.asm

Note: You must provide the correct I: drive path for each file you assemble or simulate.

Ensure your I:\ folder is the selected directory

Troubleshooting

  • File not found / cannot open file: Confirm the .asm file is stored in your I: drive folder and that the filename is spelled correctly.
  • Access denied / permission error: Ensure you are not referencing C:\ and are using I:\... paths.
  • Still not working: Close and relaunch PennSim from AppsAnywhere and try again.

Keywords:
pennsim 
Doc ID:
159373
Owned by:
Zhen in CAE
Created:
2026-03-01
Updated:
2026-03-02
Sites:
Computer-Aided Engineering