OrCAD has just come out with their V7.2.  I have an advanced copy and it
supports updates,  replacement
and deleting of Design Cache parts.


John Shreffler wrote:

> You can't delete parts, but you can substitute parts in the
> Design Cache, which amounts to the same thing.  If you
> would like to get some competent help on Orcad without
> the full blown support contract, contact a former Orcad
> Software engineer who has hung out her own shingle
> and is doing a very good job.
>
> S. Martin  email:  layoutek@harborside.com
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:   Peter Schultz [SMTP:schupet@DVP.COM]
> Sent:   Friday, April 10, 1998 4:15 PM
> To:     PICLIST@MITVMA.MIT.EDU
> Subject:        [OT]
>
> Hi All,
>
> Somebody on the field familiar with ORCAD Capture for Windows ?
> I can not convert schematic back to SDT+386 format because I have
> duplicate parts in the design cache.
> I need to know how You can delete parts from the design cache.
> I went to the ORCAD website and they do not let You in even the
> FAQ site without valid tech support contract ( which cost a lots of money ).
> Our one already expired. They provide only 90 days support for free.
> That is a really nice way to collect some money ?? ( and treat customers
> to make sure they never ever buy again any ORCAD products ).
>
> Thanks anyway,
>
> Peter
>
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