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Spec for AutoCAD

  • 31-08-2010 11:38am
    #1
    tracker-man
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    I'm wondering what kind of power in an operating system would I need to run AutoCAD software? I'm assuming it is a heavy application and would require reasonably high spec? What about a graphics card? What kind of graphics would be needed?

    Thanks in advance! :)


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  • #2
    monkeypants
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    System requirements for AutoCAD 2011 are here. I've installed it on a couple of low-end laptops with no problems. Of course, I haven't actually had to use it.


  • #3
    dazzday
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 700 ✭✭✭dazzday


    Really depends on what you are doing.

    Rendering is going to require a strong processor (i5 and above would be ideal) and 4gb Ram +

    3D cad/animations etc is going to need a CAD dedicated graphics card like the Quatro or a gaming card probably Nvidia 9XXX series or ATI 4XXX sries and up.

    3D modelling is also going to require a higher specced monitor resolution so take that into account

    But for basic CAD the system requirements arent too demanding and any mid range core2duo or low range i3 with 2GB ram plus will be fine.


  • #4
    tracker-man
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    Thanks for the replies.

    Do you think I would be ok going to the likes of PC World or Curries for this or would I be better off "customising" a laptop through Dell?


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