Hi Networkplayer,
AutoCAD 2008 is not compatible with Windows 7, and compatible only with Windows Vista and Windows XP service pack 2. You may refer the below link: http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ps/dl/item?siteID=123112&id=14078105&linkID=9240817
Try installing Windows XP mode, link you may refer to: Install and use Windows XP Mode in Windows 7: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/install-and-use-windows-xp-mode-in-windows-7
Thanks and Regards:
Samhrutha G S - Microsoft Support.
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