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are creating a deployment. Close all running applications and temporarily
disable virus checking utilities.
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.
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