STP files in company's library

[BeKirra]

We often receive equipment drawings from suppliers. for example, fan models.

In most cases these models are stp files.

IAM files will be created and automatically be placed to "Imported Components" folder when stp files were inserted to assembly.

By using vault, how to manage these files in company's standard library directory?

Thanks in advance.

[swalton]

Do you want to store the source stp files in Vault?

If so, I think you have to use the vault client and import them without using Inventor. 

You may be able to create a "3rd party file" link in the Inventor file, but I have not researched it. 

[BeKirra]

Thanks for your help.

I am new in using vault.

Quote 1:

Do you want to store the source stp files in Vault?

What is the pros & cons to store the stp files in vault?

Quote 2:

If so, I think you have to use the vault client and import them without using Inventor.

How to use vault client import the stp files?

Quote 3:

"3rd party file" link

I have never heard about this. Need more info.