DataCAD X3 Demo Download Page
DataCAD X3

Download DataCAD X3 Demo (110MB)
(Posted 05/27/2010)

Installation
Once you've downloaded it, you can install the DataCAD X3 Demo ( DataCADX3TestDriveSetup.exe ) by double-clicking on it.

Note to Windows Vista and 7 users:
You'll need to configure the DataCAD X3 Demo shortcut to 'Run As' Administrator.
 

To run the DataCAD X3 Demo as Administrator:

  • Right-click on the DataCAD X3 Demo shortcut.
  • Select Run As Administrator from the context menu.

System Requirements
Make sure you have the following minimum requirements to install and run DataCAD X3.

  • Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD™ Athlon processor
  • Microsoft® Windows® XP, Vista™, or 7 operating system
  • 512MB for use on Windows XP, 1GB for use on Vista or 7
  • 600MB of free disk space recommended for a complete installation of DataCAD X3
  • CD-ROM drive for software installation
  • Display adapter with driver support for OpenGL® version 1.5 or higher
  • SVGA (800x600) monitor and display adapter capable of 16-bit color
  • Microsoft-compatible mouse (3-button mouse recommended)

Restrictions
This demo version of DataCAD X3 has certain restrictions to protect the software while still allowing you to use the program. These include a 45-day limit on the use of the demo, printing output, while fully functional, has a DataCAD X3 watermark printed in the center of the page, PDF output is disabled, and file sizes are limited to 128MB.

DataCAD X3 Documents
The following PDF documents are included with the demo.  However, you can download them separately from here.

PDF What's New in DataCAD X3? (648KB)
This document includes excerpted portions of the Reference Manual specifically-related to features added in DataCAD 12.

PDF DataCAD X3 Smart Entities Tutorial (760KB)
This tutorial provides a brief overview of working with "smart" walls, doors, and windows.

PDF Before You Begin (59KB)
If you are planning to upgrade from a previous version of DataCAD, please refer to this document for a smooth transition.

PDF DataCAD X3 Reference Manual (10.8MB)


Helpful Links
You may find the following links helpful during your evaluation of DataCAD X3.

Web Page Comparison Chart
See the feature differences between DataCAD X3 and previous versions of DataCAD.

Web Page DataCAD Forum
The DataCAD Forum is a FREE online community to enhance your experience with DataCAD.  Visit here to get answers, share ideas, and interact with other DataCAD users around the world.

Web Page What's new in DataCAD X3 and prior versions?
Provides you with an overview of new features added to DataCAD X3 and prior versions.

Web Page Revision History
More information about the improvement history of DataCAD.


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