Autodesk AutoCAD 2025 – Installation & Activation Guide

Step-by-step setup for Windows

Before you begin

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  • Tip: Please temporarily disable your firewall and anti-virus software
    Tip: Uninstall older AutoCAD versions if not needed. Ensure your system meets minimum requirements.

    Step 1: Run the Installer

    1 Launch setup

    Locate Setup.exe, right-click → Run as administrator.

    Run AutoCAD setup
    2 Choose install options

    Select installation language, product path, and components. Default settings are recommended for most users.

    AutoCAD installer options

    Step 2: Installation Process

    3 Installing files

    The installer will download/copy required components. This may take 10–20 minutes depending on system and internet speed.

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    4 Finish installation

    Click Finish when the setup reports success.

    AutoCAD installation complete

    Step 3: Before Launch

    5 Run the AdskNLM.exe

    wait for the "Cracking completed, enjoy it!" message to appear.

    Sign in with Autodesk account Launch AutoCAD
    6 Run the installed application.

    In the window that asks you to select a license type, click "Use a Network License."

    Sign in with Autodesk account

    Troubleshooting

    Important:Please allow AdskNLM.exe to remain on your computer before installation. .