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AutoCAD
®

2009

Questions and Answers


With AutoCAD
®
2009 software, Autodesk has one goal in mind: increasing your
productivity. AutoCAD 2009 boosts efficiency with customizable, extensible features and
enhancements that increase overall drafting productivity by decreasing the number of
steps needed to execute a command. Innovative features simplify working with layers and
help make new users productive as quickly as possible. Easy-to-use navigation tools
make finding your way around 3D models a snap, and saving time by automating
repetitive CAD tasks is now a breeze. Move to new heights of productivity with AutoCAD
2009.

Contents
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General Information .........................................................................................................2

2.

Availability and Pricing .....................................................................................................3

3.

Compatibility ....................................................................................................................3

4.

Platform and System Requirements ................................................................................5

5.

Licensing..........................................................................................................................7

6.

Consulting, Training, and Support ...................................................................................7
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1. General Information

1.1. What is AutoCAD
®
2009 software?
With AutoCAD
®
software Autodesk has just one goal in mind: increasing your productivity.
AutoCAD 2009 boosts efficiency with customizable and extensible user interface
enhancements that increase overall drafting productivity by decreasing the number of
steps to reach a command. Newly designed, innovative features simplify working with
layers and help make new users productive as quickly as possible. Easy-to-use navigation
tools make finding your way around 3D models a snap. Move to new heights of
productivity with AutoCAD software.

1.2. What are the main benefits of AutoCAD
®
2009 software?
With AutoCAD
®
2009 software, Autodesk has one goal: increasing your productivity. A
customizable and extensible user interface has been optimized to boost efficiency by
making routine CAD tasks faster and commands easier to find. New timesaving features
automate repetitive tasks. With AutoCAD 2009 you can move to new heights of
productivity.
The new ribbon-style interface increases overall drafting productivity as the number of
steps to reach a command is decreased. This interface presents command options in a
concise visual format, enabling you to quickly select commands based on the work you
are doing. Moving between applications is now quick and intuitive. The ribbon is both
customizable and expandable, so it can be optimized for each user and to meet each
companys standards.
The ViewCube feature is an interactive tool used to rotate and orient any solid or
surface model in AutoCAD. Selecting a face, edge, or corner of the cube quickly changes
the view of a 3D model to that predefined orientation. By clicking and holding the
ViewCube, you can freely rotate the model in any direction. Since the cube remains in a
fixed location on the screen, it provides at-a-glance orientation.
The new SteeringWheels tool provides quick access to the Orbit, Pan, Center, and
Zoom commands. The SteeringWheels feature is highly customizable, so you can add
commands to help create and record a walk-through of your model.
User assistance enhancements include the following:
Second-level tooltips provide additional contextual information on the item that is
selected.
Dynamic Help: Press the F1 key while hovering over a tooltip for a direct link to
the help files information on that command.
InfoCenter: Now typing a keyword in the InfoCenter search box searches the
Autodesk Knowledge Base and Autodesk Forum for information.
The help file now includes Show Me animations to provide visual assistance for
the specific command.
The new Action Recorder helps you save time and increases productivity by enabling
you to automate repetitive tasks without the skill or assistance of a professional CAD
manager. You can quickly record a task, add text messages and requests for input, and
then immediately select, share, and play back recorded files.
The new Layer dialog box makes creating and editing layer properties faster and less
subject to error. Changes are instantly reflected in the drawing as they are entered in the
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can be individually resized so that a columns contents or title is not truncated. Individual
columns, such as the layer name, can be frozen in place, enabling you to scroll through
the rest of the columns using the fixed column as a reference.
For more details on the benefits of AutoCAD 2009 refer to the AutoCAD Features web
page at www.autodesk.com/autocad-features.

2. Availability and Pricing

2.1. When will AutoCAD
®
2009 software be available?
AutoCAD
®
2009 software will be available worldwide in March 2008 in English, German,
Japanese, French, and Simplified Chinese.
2.2. When can I expect localized versions of AutoCAD
®
2009 software to ship?
In addition to English, German, Japanese, French, and Simplified Chinese, Autodesk
plans to ship localized versions for Italian, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Polish,
Czech, Hungarian, and Russian. Autodesk will announce the expected ship dates as the
localized versions become available.
2.3. Can I try AutoCAD
®
2009 software before I buy it?
Yes, you can try it out by requesting the AutoCAD
®
2009 software trial version. This fully
functioning version of AutoCAD 2009 is available as a free* 30-day trial. You can order the
trial DVD (64-bit and 32-bit) or CD (32-bit only) from your Autodesk Authorized Reseller or
online at www.autodesk.com/autocad-trial.
2.4. What are the purchasing options and pricing for AutoCAD
®
software 2009?
AutoCAD
®
2009 software is available through your local reseller or from the Autodesk
Store at www.autodesk.com/store. If you need help finding a reseller, refer to
www.autodesk.com/reseller.
Consult your local reseller or the Autodesk Store for pricing information and for information
on Autodesk Subscription.
2.5. What are the benefits of Autodesk Subscription?
Get the benefits of increased productivity, predictable budgeting, and simplified
license management with Autodesk
®

Subscription. You get any new upgrades of
your Autodesk software and any incremental product enhancements, if these are
released during your subscription term, and you get exclusive license terms
available only to subscription members. A range of community resources,
including web support direct from Autodesk technical experts, self-paced training,
and e-Learning, help extend your skills and make Autodesk Subscription the best
way to optimize your investment. To learn more, visit
www.autodesk.com/subscription
.
AutoCAD subscriptions are sold by Autodesk
Authorized Resellers on behalf of Autodesk.

3. Compatibility

3.1. Do third-party applications based on AutoCAD 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, or 2008
work with the 32-bit version of AutoCAD
®
2009 software?
Third-party add-on applications based on Visual LISP
®
or AutoLISP
®
,

VBA, ActiveX
®
, and
ObjectARX
®
programming languages and developer tools for AutoCAD
®
2007 software
are compatible with the 32-bit AutoCAD 2008. AutoCAD 2009 is binary compatible with
2008 and 2007 and has the same DWG file format.

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Third-party applications for AutoCAD 2004, 2005, and 2006 that are based on Visual LISP
or AutoLISP are also compatible with AutoCAD 2009. Third-party VBA-based applications
for AutoCAD 2004, 2005, and 2006 are compatible with the 32-bit AutoCAD 2009 in some
cases, but in some instances those applications will need to be modified. For more details
on AutoCAD 2005 and 2006 VBA-based application compatibility, refer to
www.autodesk.com/developautocad. Third-party applications for AutoCAD 2004,