Multisim is a powerful software for circuit design and simulation, used by students, educators, and researchers in the fields of analog, digital, and power electronics. Whether you need to design a simple circuit or a complex system, Multisim can help you create, test, and optimize your design with ease.

In this article, we will show you how to download and install Multisim on your PC, using the online installer provided by NI. You can choose between the Education Edition or the Professional Edition, depending on your needs and preferences. You can also download a free trial version of Multisim to evaluate its features before purchasing a license.

The first step is to visit the download page of Multisim: Download Multisim. Here you can select the version and edition of Multisim that you want to download. You can also see the system requirements and the supported operating systems for each version.

After you make your selection, click the download button and the download of the software will begin. The file name will be ni-cds-educational_xx_online_repackx.exe for the Education Edition or ni-cds-professional_xx_online.exe for the Professional Edition. This is an application that manages the download process.

Once the download is complete, go to the .exe file that was downloaded and launch it. To do this, double-click on it. Accept the pop-out window that asks for permission to run the file. Then, NI Package Installer will launch.

A new window will show up with the NI License Agreement. Read it carefully and accept it if you agree with the terms. Then click Next. In case your computer has Windows Fast Startup enabled, you will need to disable it before proceeding with the installation. Follow the instructions on how to do that here: Disable Windows Fast Startup.

Follow the instructions of the NI Package Installer. You will see the installation progress bar and some information about Multisim and its features. Once the installation is complete, reboot your computer.

The installation of Multisim is now complete, but you still need to activate it with a valid license. You can do this in different ways, depending on your situation. Visit this page to find a guide for activation: Activate NI Software Products.

You can now launch Multisim by double-clicking the shortcut on your desktop or from the start menu under Program Files (x86)\\National Instruments\\Circuit Design Suite xx.x . Enjoy designing and simulating circuits with Multisim!