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Distribute an Autodesk Navisworks Product
You can choose from several methods of distributing an Autodesk program. Network sharing is the default
method.
■ Network Share. Users launch the program with the shortcut icon that you created with the Deployment
wizard. The program is installed on users' local computers, and a product icon appears on their desktop.
NOTE Users must have Read permissions to access the network share and administrative permissions on the
workstation where this program is installed.
■ Scripting. A script executes a command or a set of commands. Scripts are similar to batch files but are more
flexible. Installation scripts are most useful for stand-alone installation of programs on computers that are
connected to a network. Scripts are also useful for installing service packs, extensions, and object enablers
on a network.
■ Imaging Software. You can use imaging software, such as Norton Ghost, to create a master image to distribute
Autodesk products. Once created, the master image is then replicated to other computers throughout your
facility.
Care needs to be taken since the use of imaging software can result in conflicts with the product licensing,
incomplete installations, and problems with activation.
Set Up 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 your review the following checklist and information before you begin.
The deployment process is initiated from the Deployment wizard. Once a deployment is created, users then
access the deployment to install products to their computers.
Preliminary Tasks for a Network Deployment
The deployment checklist gives you a quick summary of the type of information you should be familiar with
before begin. When you have completed these tasks, you are ready to create a deployment.
Deployment Checklist
You have reviewed the system requirements. You must
make sure that your network, servers, and client work-
stations meet the system requirements.
You understand the type of license you’ve purchased.
If you plan a network license deployment, you should
also be familiar with the type of license server model
you want to use and the license server names.
You have installed and activated any supporting tools
and utilities.
You have located your product serial number and
product key. The serial number and product key are
located on the outside of the product packaging, or in
the email you received if you downloaded your product.
You know how you’re going to personalize the pro-
grams during registration. Using consistent registration
data is very important.
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