Installation guide

A network, shared folder is required for network license and multi-seat
stand-alone methods of installation. Any subfolders that are placed inside a
network shared folder are automatically shared.
NOTE You must have Full Control permissions set for your shared folder when
you are creating your deployment images. Read permissions are necessary to
access the network share and administrative permissions on the workstation where
the program is deployed.
To create a network share folder
1 On your network server’s desktop, create a folder named Deployments.
2 Right-click the Deployments folder and click Share and Security (or Sharing).
3 In the <folder name> Properties dialog box, Sharing tab, select Share This
Folder.
4 Specify a Share Name, such as Deployments, if necessary.
5 Click the Permissions button. In the Permissions dialog box enter your
group or user names, and make sure Full Control is selected. Click OK.
In Vista, right-click the Deployments folder and then click Share. In the
File Sharing dialog box type in or browse to the name of the group or
user you want to share the folder with. Click Add, and then click Share.
6 For each product you plan to install, create a subfolder in the Deployments
folder. Name each folder with the pertinent product name.
Network Tools and Your License Server
If users are running the program using network licenses, you need to use the
Network License Manager. The Network License Manager helps you configure
and manage license servers. For information about installing and setting up
the Network License Manager and licensing tools, see the Autodesk Licensing
guide.
Setting Up and Creating a Deployment
The deployment process provides you with numerous options for creating,
and customizing your deployments, so you should set aside ample time to
complete the process in one sitting. To be successful, it is recommended that
you review the following checklist and information before you begin. The
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