I did a search in the folder where STAAD executables are located for the db3 files (section database files). It showed the same files being in multiple locations. For instance, here are the locations for " AISC_15.db3".
So what's going on? Notice all the files are the same date and size. To add to the weirdness, the "Sections" folder appear as shortcuts but they seem to be actual folders. So why are these files in multiple locations?
BTW, you're probably wondering why I am looking for them. When I use the Section Database Manager and hit "Commit" it crashes so I'm using a third party database tool. I have submitted a service request. Has any one else ran across this bug?