This card is not Solidworks certified. What problems should I expect if I buy anyway. I do mechanical design and some quite large models but no render

Edmund, Solidworks certifies Nvidia Quadro cards for their software. This card would work just fine, but just know that if you are designing assemblies with 20,000 parts and you do a high res render, it may run slower based on the fact that this card has fewer cores. But overall, this is a solid card and would have no problem running the software.

What is the actual dimensons of the card itself? I want to know so I can pin down a case.

279 x 140 x 36Source: http://www.pcgameware.co.uk/reviews/graphics-cards/msi-gtx-980-gaming-4g-graphics-card-review/

I have 3 monitors w/HDMI inputs. Can I get 3 "displayport 1.2" to HDMI cable to work with this card correctly and get optimal performance, what cable

To answer your question, it will work! But HDMI inherently has its limitation of 30fps so performance might not be as expected, gaming in 60fps. Ideally you want Display Port 1.2, 1.1 does not support 1080p with 60 fps AFAIK, so that you can get most out of your card.

Would these two cards be better in SLI mode than the ASUS Graphics Cards STRIX-GTX980-DC2OC-4GD5 or EVGA GTX 980 SC ACX 2.0 4GB GDDR5 Graphics Card?

in SLI mode, these MSi cards will beat a single or double asus strix gpu. they will also beat a single EVGA 980 SC, but not a double EVGA 980 SC because the EVGA has a higher clock speed.

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MSI NVIDIA GTX 980 4 GB PCI Express 256 Bit Gaming Graphics Card

Product ID: 619712645

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Brand
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Graphics RAM size
4 GB
Graphics co-processor
NVIDIA GeForce
Graphics processor manufacturer
NVIDIA
Video output interface
DVI HDMI

⚡4GB GDDR5 ultra-fast memory

❄️Twin Frozr V cooling tech

🖥️2560x1600 max resolution

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🎮 Stay Frosty, Game Hard: The GTX 980 That Keeps You Ahead of the Pack

NEXT GEN COOLING MASTERY - Twin Frozr V fans with SuperSU heatpipes keep your rig icy cool and whisper-quiet, even under pressure.
MILITARY GRADE RELIABILITY - Built with Military Class 4 components for rock-solid stability and longevity — because your game deserves the best.
ULTIMATE MULTI DISPLAY SETUP - Supports NVIDIA 3D Vision Surround and triple-monitor gaming for immersive panoramic views that put you inside the action.
POWER PACKED 4 GB GDDR 5 MEMORY - Experience buttery-smooth gameplay and ultra-high-res textures with lightning-fast 7010 MHz memory clock speed.
CUSTOMIZABLE PERFORMANCE MODES - Switch effortlessly between OC, Gaming, and Silent modes to tailor power, noise, and visuals to your vibe.

The MSI NVIDIA GTX 980 4GB PCI Express 256 Bit Gaming Graphics Card delivers cutting-edge performance with advanced Twin Frozr V cooling, 4GB of high-speed GDDR5 memory, and support for ultra-high resolutions up to 2560x1600. Designed for serious gamers and professionals, it features customizable modes, NVIDIA 3D Vision Surround compatibility, and military-grade components ensuring durability and stability for immersive, lag-free gaming experiences.

Specifications

ASIN	B00NOP53AA
Antenna Location	Gaming
Best Sellers Rank	#157,935 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #1,103 in Graphics Cards
Brand	MSI
Compatible Devices	PCI Express 3 slot
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (194)
Display Maximum Resolution	2560 x 1600
Display Resolution Maximum	2560x1600
Global Trade Identification Number	00824142028841, 04719072368968
Graphics Card Interface	PCI Express
Graphics Card Ram	4 GB
Graphics Coprocessor	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980
Graphics Description	Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 4GB GDDR5
Graphics Ram Type	GDDR5
Item Part Number	V317008R
Item Weight	1.93 kg
Manufacturer	MSI COMPUTER
Memory Clock Speed	7010 MHz
Mfr Part Number	GTX 980 GAMING 4G
Model Name	GTX 980 Gaming 4G
Model Number	V317-008R
Number of Fans	3
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
UPC	806293909255 809385685068 808112555483 805095125108 729650586336 824142028841 801940089083 809186290324 804066790994 807030514459 610556387403 012305007530 012304120452
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Output Interface	DVI, DisplayPort, HDMI
Video Processor	NVIDIA

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