The File Extensions Database

• Developer by: Cadence Design Systems
• Category: CAD Files
• Format: Binary

What is an .DSN file?

OrCAD Capture is an advanced user-friendly PCB design system to work with and has a long history of successfully being used for all levels of design technology. As the industry standard for schematic capture tools, OrCAD also has plenty of different capabilities allowing it to fulfill any role that it is being used for.

.DSN is OrCAD Design File

A DSN file is a PCB (printed circuit board) design file created by OrCAD, a program used to design PCBs. It saves the circuit schematic and is often one of several files included in a OrCAD project (.OPJ file). DSN files reference 'symbols,' which are the electronic components used to make up the design (stored in .OLB files).

DSN files are typically opened using OrCAD PCB Designer because they are created by the program. However, you can also import DSN files in Altium Designer as schematic files using the Import Wizard in the program.

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1. Move the files created by the batch run to an appropriate directory structure where the parts are available for use in your board. To open your new library file after successful import: 1. Open OrCAD/Allegro PCB Editor and create a board file. Select the Place Manually menu options. The Placement window opens.
2. .pcb - SmartCAM Custom Control Panel File. The PCB data files are related to SmartCAM.PCB file is a SmartCAM Custom Control Panel File. SmartCAM is a suite of Computer-Aided Manufacturing and CAD/CAM software applications that uses toolpath modeling to assist CNC machinists in creating computer-numerically controlled (CNC) programs that direct CNC machine tools.
3. Select File Open Library from the menu. Use the following path to access the default libraries provided in Capture: C: Cadence SPB17.4 tools capture library. Open the CAPSYM.OLB library. Note: Click on the arrow located in the right of the library, to change the view of the window: docked, floating or a tabbed document.
4. To import a PCB footprint and 3D model: 1. Open the product folder, OrCAD/Allegro PCB Editor. This file is included in the zip folder you downloaded from Ultra Librarian. Note: You must already have OrCAD or Allegro software installed and running on the computer that created the batch file or you need to modify the path referenced in the batch file.

Database Source Name File

A DSN file is a data file used by various database client programs to connect to a database. It describes properties, such as the data source name and directory, the connection driver, the server address, user ID, and password. DSN files are used by ODBC drivers to connect to a specified database, such as a SQL Server or Microsoft Access database.

DSN files are typically stored in a plain text files. However, some client database programs use entries in the Windows registry instead of DSN files.

The ODBC Data Source Administrator included in Windows can be used to create DSN files. It can be found within the Windows Control Panel under Administrative Tools, or in the Start Menu by selecting Programs → Administrative Tools → Data Sources (ODBC).

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How to solve problems with DSN files

• Associate the DSN file extension with the correct application. On :
  Windows:Right click on any DSN file and then click 'Open with' > 'Choose another app'. Now select another program and check the box 'Always use this app to open *.DSN files'.Mac:Right click (or Ctrl-click) the DSN file, then click 'Open with' > 'Other...'. Then choose another program and check the 'Always Open With' box.Linux:Right click on the file, and select 'Open with' and choose another program.iPhone:Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share 'Share' and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap 'Share' and select an app.Android:Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
• Update your software that should actually open .DSN is OrCAD Design File. Because only the current version supports the latest DSN file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Cadence Design Systems manufacturer website after an available .DSN is OrCAD Design File update.
• To make sure that your DSN file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.