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How to Import a Starter Database in OrCAD CIP

Learn how to perform a bulk import a starter database in OrCAD CIP to utilize the starter library and pre-configured database schema.
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How to Utilize Where Used Functionality in OrCAD CIP

Learn how to utilize the where used functionality in OrCAD CIP to find where a part is used across all designs.
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How to Use Pre-Built Symbols and Footprints for New Database Components

Learn how to find and utilize pre-built symbols and footprints for new database components with direct integration of Ultra Librarian in CIP.
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How to Analyze Compliance Risk for your Component Database

Ensure approved, available, & compliant parts are chosen for design by analyzing compliance & supply chain risk for your component database.
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How to Incorporate Supply Chain Information During Component Selection

Learn how to use CIP Compliance Module to incorporate real-time supply chain information during part selection and the component database.
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How to Quickly Determine where Obsolete Components are Used

This how-to provides step-by-step instructions for creating a saved search in OrCAD CIP to determine which designs contain obsolete components.

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