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How do I install AutoCAD 2007 on Windows 7?
Applies To: Windows | Windows 7 | Programs

phnx428

I have recently purchased a new system, upgrading to a 64 bit system with Windows 7 (home edition). I would like to install an AutoCAD program on the new computer... Preferably AutoCAD 2007 (( I have versions R14 and 2007 )) I do not own or operate a business, and my use of AutoCAD does not generate an income, so it is not cost effective to run out and buy a new copy of AutoCAD every time it is updated (gets expensive). So running out and buying Autodesk - AutoCAD 2010 is not an option. So what can I do to run and operate one of these two versions of AutoCAD on this new system? (( I really need to get it up and running. )) << pulls hair >> I thought converting over to Windows 7 from XP would be GREAT... but NOW I am starting to regret it!!
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Hello phnx428, Thank you for posting to the Microsoft Answers Forum. From the AutoCad website: Both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010 are compatible with and supported on Microsoft Windows 7. Autodesk does not officially support 2009 and older versions of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT on Windows 7. If you choose to run older versions of AutoCAD on the Windows 7 operating system, you may opt to use Windows compatibility mode. I would try to install in Compatibility Mode for XP or Vista. If you have an older application for Windows XP or Vista that doesn't run in Windows 7, you may be able to get it working properly by running the program in compatibility mode. 1. To begin, find the application or shortcut that is causing the problem, then right click on it and select Properties. 2. Then, select Compatibility from the tabbed menu at the top of the properties page: 3. Now, check the "Run this program in compatibility mode for..." box and select the OS you wish to emulate. For most applications, it will be Windows XP SP2. Once you are done, click OK. 4. When you next launch the application it should run under compatibility mode using the OS you selected. If it still fails to run correctly, try another OS selection in step 3 and try again. I hope this will help to resolve your issue. If not, you will need to contact AutoCad to see if there are any workarounds. Sincerely, Marilyn Microsoft Answers Support Engineer Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think
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<sigh> So what's stopping you installing it like any other application? If you find my response helpful, please click on the "Vote as Helpful" button!Thank you! My Blog
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Hello phnx428, Thank you for posting to the Microsoft Answers Forum. From the AutoCad website: Both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010 are compatible with and supported on Microsoft Windows 7. Autodesk does not officially support 2009 and older versions of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT on Windows 7. If you choose to run older versions of AutoCAD on the Windows 7 operating system, you may opt to use Windows compatibility mode. I would try to install in Compatibility Mode for XP or Vista. If you have an older application for Windows XP or Vista that doesn't run in Windows 7, you may be able to get it working properly by running the program in compatibility mode. 1. To begin, find the application or shortcut that is causing the problem, then right click on it and select Properties. 2. Then, select Compatibility from the tabbed menu at the top of the properties page: 3. Now, check the "Run this program in compatibility mode for..." box and select the OS you wish to emulate. For most applications, it will be Windows XP SP2. Once you are done, click OK. 4. When you next launch the application it should run under compatibility mode using the OS you selected. If it still fails to run correctly, try another OS selection in step 3 and try again. I hope this will help to resolve your issue. If not, you will need to contact AutoCad to see if there are any workarounds. Sincerely, Marilyn Microsoft Answers Support Engineer Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think
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Fatos_Peci

I tried your steps but they ain't working on my machine. I have Win 7 but after double-clicking on setupof autocad2007, a message box is appearing saying: The procedure entry point Si||suHqntlu could not be located in the dynamic link library KERNEL32.dll
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phnx428

Marilyn, Thank You, this actually worked for about a week... but NOW, whenever I try to right click the Auto CAD icon on my desktop, all of the tabs are there EXCEPT for "Compatibility"... this is just STRANGE!! Any suggestions as to why this would be happening? Thanks Again, phnx428
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Fatos_Peci

Are u talking about autocad2007 or ac2010? Cause on my machine the above mentioned problem is still appearing.
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wa4stj

I also am trying to get Acad 14 working with Windows 7. The program starts to run, I see the normal Acad opening screen and after a few seconds an error msg window opens that says that the program has a "Heap error".

Acad14 runs fine on XP and earlier version OS. I tried all the compatibility modes that I would expect to work but the results are always the same. "Heap error". Help!
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designing a new nest

<SIGH> not an Auto CAD user are you?

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About installing AutoCAD 2007 on Windows 7 - it's explained pretty well on here http://www.longbowsoftware.com/Tips_and_Tricks.php
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Kareem gamal

thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanks to u it works with me

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abdulhaleem

thank u very much....

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