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== What is AutoCAD ==
 
== What is AutoCAD ==
From autodesk.com:
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From autodesk.com:<br>
 
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.
 
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.
 
* Draft and edit 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, surfaces, and mesh objects
 
* Draft and edit 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, surfaces, and mesh objects
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* Customize with add-on apps and APIs
 
* Customize with add-on apps and APIs
  
== Downloading AutoCAD to a Windows Computer (not MAC)==
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Go to tech.eng.ua.edu and click the software tab. Then Click on the link under AutoDesk section that will take you to AutoDesk's site.
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== Supported Operating Systems ==
Once on AudoDesk's site, select "AudoCAD" from the list of available software.  
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[[File:Win10-logo.png]][[File:Macos-logo.png]] Available for Windows and Mac.
If you have previously used an AutoDesk software before, click the sign in tab. If you have not, click the "CREATE ACCOUNT" tab.  
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When creating an account remember to always use your crimson email
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Once you are signed in or your account has been created, scroll to the drop down boxes to select the version of AutoCAD- check your syllabus or contact your instructor for in-class purposes. Then select your operating system, always check "Windows 64-bit" if available. Finally select your language and click INSTALL NOW tab at the bottom of the page.  
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== VPN requirement ==
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[[File:Vpn-no.png]] Connection to campus VPN is not required to license.
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== Downloading AutoCAD ==
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AutoCAD is available for free for faculty, staff, and students.
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Due to issues with AutoDesk's site, we have downloaded the installers, serial numbers and product keys and made them available on UA Box.
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Use these links:
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* AutoCAD 2025 (Windows): [https://alabama.box.com/s/67uu9pzqt046isroz1vbpxaukhd6ovok Installer]
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* AutoCAD 2025 (Windows): [https://alabama.box.com/s/tjqdfkq3grrahhmmlll11u0j1rj5qf1d Serial number and product key]
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* AutoCAD 2025 (Mac): [https://alabama.box.com/s/0ixbmapr7udgqoc9cfygxqsecd1nj65o Installer]
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* AutoCAD 2025 (Mac): [https://alabama.box.com/s/fquwx06jludd2tnwm9t1ikwound6shne Serial number and product key]
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==Windows installation instructions==
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* Download the installer above
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* See instructions here for extracting the folder https://techwiki.eng.ua.edu/index.php/How_to_install_a_program
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* Enter the serial number and product key located above
  
 
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Latest revision as of 13:48, 5 September 2024

Autocad-logo.png

What is AutoCAD

From autodesk.com:
AutoCAD is computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D and 3D drawings.

  • Draft and edit 2D geometry and 3D models with solids, surfaces, and mesh objects
  • Annotate drawings with text, dimensions, leaders, and tables
  • Customize with add-on apps and APIs


Supported Operating Systems

Win10-logo.pngMacos-logo.png Available for Windows and Mac.


VPN requirement

Vpn-no.png Connection to campus VPN is not required to license.

Downloading AutoCAD

AutoCAD is available for free for faculty, staff, and students.

Due to issues with AutoDesk's site, we have downloaded the installers, serial numbers and product keys and made them available on UA Box.

Use these links:

Windows installation instructions