Mentor Graphics Pads Version History

PADS 2000s era

: This version added unique features like DFM (Design for Manufacturing) analysis and ODB++ support. The VX Revolution & Siemens Integration (2014–Present) The launch of

Mentor dropped the "9" naming and moved to "VX." mentor graphics pads version history

The first version of PADS, version 1.0, was released in 1985 by PADS, a company founded by John Davis and others. At that time, the software was a simple, text-based PCB design tool.

For over three decades, (Personal Automated Design Systems) has been one of the most popular PCB design tool suites for layout engineers, small-to-medium businesses, and educational institutions. Originally developed by Mentor Graphics (now part of Siemens EDA since 2017), PADS has evolved from a DOS-based schematic capture tool into a powerful, constraint-driven layout environment. PADS 2000s era : This version added unique

If you need a specific version’s release notes or bug fix details (e.g., PADS 9.5 vs. VX.2.7), let me know and I can provide deeper technical comparisons.

The following are some of the notable releases of PADS during this period: For over three decades, (Personal Automated Design Systems)

PADS 9.5 / VX.2 updates (2013–2016)