The Autodesk(R) Vault Basic 2023: Essentials learning guide introduces Autodesk Vault Basic 2023 to end users and CAD administrators. Autodesk Vault Basic is the foundation module of the data management solution from Autodesk, enabling users to consolidate and organize all product information securely for easy reference, sharing, and re-use purposes.

This learning guide is intended for users and CAD administrators who need to access their design files from Autodesk Vault Basic. It focuses on capabilities for managing design files and related documentation. Hands-on exercises are included to reinforce how to manage the design workflow process using Autodesk Vault Basic.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to Autodesk Vault features
  
• Basic Vault tasks
  
• Working with Vault and Autodesk(R) Inventor(R)
  
• Working with Vault and AutoCAD(R)
  
• Working with Vault and AutoCAD(R) Electrical
  
• Working with Vault and AutoCAD(R) Mechanical
  
• Working with Vault and Autodesk(R) Civil 3D(R)
  
• Common Vault tasks
  
• Organizing and populating a vault
  
• Managing Vault
  

Prerequisites

• Access to the 2023 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Autodesk may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (e.g., 2022).
  
• This guide is designed to teach new users the essential elements of using Autodesk Vault Basic 2023 for managing files and projects. The primary focus of this guide is on using Autodesk Vault with Autodesk Inventor. The guide also includes lessons on working with other software, such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Mechanical, AutoCAD Electrical, and Autodesk Civil 3D.
  
• It is highly recommended that you have a good working knowledge of Autodesk CAD programs.