Attention AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT users:
If you can’t start your software and get the “Sorry, this pre-release product has expired” message, do this!
If you are unable to start one of the 2018 products listed below—and it is not a Beta version—please install the AutoCAD 2018.0.2/AutoCAD LT 2018.0.2 Update.
AutoCAD 2018.0.2 update applies to
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AutoCAD LT 2018.0.2 update applies to
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AutoCAD® 2018
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AutoCAD LT 2018
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AutoCAD® Architecture 2018
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AutoCAD® MEP 2018
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AutoCAD® Mechanical 2018
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AutoCAD® Electrical 2018
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AutoCAD® Map 3D 2018
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AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2018
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AutoCAD® Plant 3D 2018
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Advance Steel 2018
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Here’s how to do so in three easy steps:
Step 1: Sign in to your Autodesk Account
Step 2: Choose Product Updates on the MANAGEMENT page.

Step 3: If needed, expand the Older section on this page and you will see the option for the AutoCAD 2018.0.2 or AutoCAD LT 2018.0.2 Update. Pick the option that is applicable to your product, download and install it.
We apologize for the inconvenience. You can find more information about this update here. For any additional questions, please reach out to us by choosing Support in the upper right-hand corner of the MANAGEMENT page in your Autodesk Account.