Made for the novice designer, electrical engineer, and PCB layout designer focused on quick turn PCB design.
The new OrCAD X Presto UI takes out about 75% of the learning curve for designers transitioning from a competitive solution.
- Mario Strano | President, ECAD Central
Easy to Use - Streamlined user interface drastically reducing menus, toolbars, and mouse clicks making it the easiest layout solution to learn.
Data Management - Native management, both cloud and on-premises, provides full version history and traceability.
AI-Enabled - Integrated directly with Allegro X AI for intelligent placement and routing.
Power and Performance - Built on the Allegro foundation, it can handle any design size and complexity without sacrificing product stability.
Collaboration - Easily share and cooperate on your PCB library and design content with internal and external team members.
Scalability - The Presto PCB Editor is fully compatible with Allegro X and OrCAD X PCB Editors, maintaining full scalability across Cadence products.
Manufacturability - Over 80 in-design DFM checks detected during PCB layout augmented by automated fabrication and assembly documentation.
MCAD/ECAD Co-Design - Seamless exchange of mechanical and electrical data supporting Dassault SOLIDWORKS and CATIA, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens NX, and PTC Creo.
OrCAD X has been enhanced to increase ease of use by consolidating functionality. Frequently used commands have been brought to the forefront, and design information is readily available. You no longer have to navigate through various menus or modes to access commands.
Frequently Asked Questions
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On-Demand Webinar Series
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What's New
Discover the latest updates to the OrCAD X platform, enabling change to PCB designs.
Getting access to the industry-leading OrCAD X Platform, including Schematic Capture, Simulation, and PCB Design solutions, is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Watch this video to learn more: How to Install OrCAD X.
Step 1
Click on the Free Trial button to open the shop.cadence.com page, and click on “Login to Try” in the bottom corner of the screen to begin.
Step 2
Select “Create a Professional Account,” enter the required details, verify your email address, and continue through the account creation process.
Step 3
You will receive an email from [email protected] with a link to download the OrCAD X free trial and installation instructions. Be sure to look for more emails with OrCAD X information, including Getting Started materials, to get you designing in seven days!
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