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: While it may run on Windows 10/11 using "Compatibility Mode," it is prone to random crashes, especially when handling high-resolution displays (4K scaling issues).

Instead of chasing an outdated, cracked repack:

: Portable versions often fail because they lack the necessary Registry entries and shared system files (DLLs) found in a standard installation.

For those still using older hardware, the original System Requirements for AutoCAD 2007 specified a Pentium IV processor and 512 MB of RAM.