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Hardware and Software Requirements for CAD

The document outlines the hardware and software requirements for Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), specifying necessary components such as a multi-core processor, a minimum of 8 GB RAM, and a dedicated graphics card. It details software requirements, including a 64-bit operating system and various CAD software options like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Additionally, it provides recommended configurations for entry-level, mid-range, and high-end setups.

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Hardware and Software Requirements for CAD

The document outlines the hardware and software requirements for Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), specifying necessary components such as a multi-core processor, a minimum of 8 GB RAM, and a dedicated graphics card. It details software requirements, including a 64-bit operating system and various CAD software options like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Additionally, it provides recommended configurations for entry-level, mid-range, and high-end setups.

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Hardware and software requirements for Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD):

*Hardware Requirements:*

1. *Computer Processor*: A multi-core processor (at least 2-3 cores) with a speed of at least 2.5 GHz.
2. *RAM*: A minimum of 8 GB RAM, but 16 GB or more is recommended.
3. *Graphics Card*: A dedicated graphics card with at least 2 GB of video memory.
4. *Storage*: A fast storage drive, such as a Solid-State Drive (SSD), with a capacity of at least 256 GB.
5. *Display*: A high-resolution display with a minimum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels.
6. *Input Devices*: A mouse, keyboard, and possibly a graphics tablet or digitizer.

*Software Requirements:*

1. *Operating System*: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 or macOS High Sierra (or later).
2. *CAD Software*: A CAD software package, such as:
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Fusion 360
- SketchUp
- Revit
3. *Graphics Drivers*: Up-to-date graphics drivers that support the CAD software.
4. *Additional Software*: Depending on the specific CAD software, additional software may be
required, such as:
- Microsoft Office (for documentation and reporting)
- Adobe Acrobat (for PDF creation and editing)

*Recommended Hardware and Software Configurations:*

1. *Entry-Level*: Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce graphics card, 256 GB SSD, and
AutoCAD or Fusion 360 software.
2. *Mid-Range*: Intel Core i7 processor, 16 GB RAM, NVIDIA Quadro graphics card, 512 GB SSD, and
SolidWorks or SketchUp software.
3. *High-End*: Intel Core i9 processor, 32 GB RAM, NVIDIA Quadro RTX graphics card, 1 TB SSD, and
advanced CAD software, such as CATIA or Siemens NX.

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