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AutoCAD® 2008

Network Administrator’sGuide

January 2007

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Contents

Chapter 1 Quick Start to Network Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1How to Prepare for Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

How to Choose an Installation Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2How to Choose a License Server Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

How to Set Up a License Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4How to Install the Network License Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . 4How to Install and Use the Network License Activation

Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5How to Configure Your License Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to Set Up and Distribute the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9How to Create a Network Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9How to Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a

Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10How to Deploy This Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19System Requirements for This Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Chapter 3 Deploy the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Preliminary Tasks for a Network Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Minimize Chances of Installation Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Create Shared Folders for Your Deployments . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Install and Activate Tools and Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . 29Start the Deployment Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Create a Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Enter Personal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Specify Log File Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Select a License Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Select the Installation Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Define Search Paths and File Locations (optional) . . . . . . . . . 43Install Additional Files (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Specify User Preferences (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Include Service Packs (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Configure InfoCenter Communication Center (optional) . . . . . 50Configure InfoCenter Search Results (optional) . . . . . . . . . . 52Allow Users to Access Online Resources (optional) . . . . . . . . . 53Final Review and Complete Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Register the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Modify a Deployment (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Point Users to the Administrative Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Uninstall the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Appendix A Use Scripts to Deploy the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Create Scripts That Install Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65A Sample Installation Script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Use Switches and Flags in Scripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Scripts for Custom Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Run Scripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Appendix B Use Group Policies to Install a Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . 77Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Assign a Deployment Using Group Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Group Policies . . . . . . 80

Distribute a Deployment Through Group Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Assign a Deployment to Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Verify the Installation of a Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Verify That the Program Is Assigned to a Computer . . . . . . . . 84

Appendix C Distribute the Product Using Imaging Software . . . . . . . . . 85Use a Master Image to Distribute Multi-Seat Stand-Alone Products to

Multiple Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Use a Master Image to Distribute Network Licensed Products to

Multiple Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Restore the Master Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Clean a Master System and Restore the Operating System . . . . . . . . 89

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Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

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Quick Start to NetworkAdministration

In this chapterNetwork deployment of this program requires careful planning

and execution. This section gives you quick, step-by-step ■ How to Prepare forDeployment

instructions about how to prepare for deployment, set up a

license server, and set up and distribute the program.

■ How to Set Up a LicenseServer

■ How to Set Up andDistribute the ProgramIf you are not familiar with network administration and

deployment, you should read the entire Network Administrator's

Guide before you attempt to deploy and administer the

program over a network.

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How to Prepare for DeploymentTo prepare for a deployment, you need to choose an installation type and alicense server model.

How to Choose an Installation Type

When you set up your deployment, you need to choose the type of installationto deploy. In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, you specify one of thefollowing installation types:

Network License installation With this type of installation, you install theprogram to workstations with the files and registry entries that allow theprogram to communicate with the Network License Manager. You also definethe configuration of the Network License Manager so that the licenses can beaccessed. Workstations running the program based on a network installationdo not require individual activation. Licensing of this program is managedby at least one license server.

The main advantage is that you can install AutoCAD on more systems thanthe number of licenses you have purchased (for example, purchasing 25licenses but installing on 40 workstations). At any one time, AutoCAD willrun on the maximum number of systems for which you have licenses. Thismeans you get a true floating license.

Multi-Seat Stand-Alone installation (Stand-Alone option) Choose this typeof installation for stand-alone installations where a single serial number isused for multiple seats. Multi-seat stand-alone installations do not rely upona Network License Manager to manage product licenses; however, you canstill use the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard to create administrative imagesand create deployments. Registration and activation is more automated formulti-seat stand-alone installations. After the first activation using themulti-seat stand-alone serial number, activation occurs automatically for allworkstations based on this deployment, as long as your systems are connectedto the Internet.

Stand-Alone installation (Stand-Alone option) Choose this type ofinstallation for stand-alone installations where a single serial number is usedfor a single seat. Like a multi-seat stand-alone installation, you do not use theNetwork License Manager to manage product licensing, but installation,registration, and activation occurs on each workstation.

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If you choose one of the Stand-Alone installation types, you can proceed tothe section How to Set Up and Distribute the Program (page 9).

How to Choose a License Server Model

If you chose the Network Installation option, you need to decide which licenseserver model to use to distribute the product licenses.

TIP If you are deploying a stand-alone or multi-seat stand-alone installation type,you do not use a license server model. Proceed to the How to Set Up and Distributethe Program (page 9) section.

For the network installation, use one of the following license server models:

■ Single license server model. The Network License Manager is installed ona single server, so license management and activity is restricted to thisserver. A single license file represents the total number of licenses availableon the server.

■ Distributed license server model. Licenses are distributed across more thanone server. A unique license file is required for each server. To create adistributed license server, you must run the Network License Manager oneach server that is part of the distributed server pool.

■ Redundant license server model. You use three servers to authenticate asingle license file. One server acts as the master, while the other two providebackup if the master server fails. With this configuration, licenses continueto be monitored and issued as long as at least two servers are still functional.The license file on all three servers is the same. You must install theNetwork License Manager on each server.

Each of these license server models is described in detail in the Network LicensingGuide. It is strongly recommended that you read that guide before you deploythe program. You can find the Network Licensing Guide by clicking theDocumentation link at the lower left corner of the AutoCAD 2008 Installationwizard and in the Help system.

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How to Set Up a License ServerIf you are planning to have users run the program using network licenses, youneed to use the Network License Manager and the Network License Activationutility.

The Network License Manager helps you configure and manage license servers.The Network License Activation utility helps you get licenses and registerthem over the Internet.

How to Install the Network License Manager

The Network License Manager is used to configure and manage the licenseservers.

To install your Network License Manager

1 In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, click Install Tools and Utilities.

2 On the Welcome to the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard page, clickNext.

3 Review the Autodesk software license agreement for your country orregion. You must accept this agreement to procede with the installation.Choose your country or region, click I Accept, and then click Next.

NOTE If you do not agree to the terms of the license and wish to terminatethe installation, click Cancel.

4 On the Select the Items to Install page, make sure Network LicenseManager is selected and click Next.

5 On the Review - Configure - Install page, click Configure.

6 If multiple tools and utilities are selected, click the Network LicenseManager tab.

7 On the Set Up Network License Manager page, either accept the defaultinstallation path (C:\Program Files\Autodesk\NLM\) or click Browse tospecify a different path. If you enter a path that does not exist, a newfolder is created using the name and location you provide. Click Next.


WARNING Do not install the Network License Manager on a remote drive.When you install the Network License Manager files, you must provide a pathto a local drive. You must specify the drive letter; the universal namingconvention (UNC) is not supported.

8 On the On Line Access Tools page, click Next to install the NetworkLicense Manager and any other selected tools and utilities.

9 When the Installation Complete page displays, click Finish.

How to Install and Use the Network LicenseActivation Utility

With the Network License Activation utility, you can obtain licenses over theInternet, which saves time and effort in setting up a network-licensed versionof the program. In addition, you can register your product, get automatedsupport by email if you cannot obtain a license over the Internet, and saveand migrate license files automatically.

To install your Network License Activation utility

1 In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, click Install Tools and Utilities.




4 On the Select the Items to Install page, make sure Network LicenseActivation Utility is selected and click Next.

5 On the Review - Configure - Install page, click Configure.

6 If multiple tools and utilities are selected, click the Network LicenseActivation Utility tab.

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7 On the Set Up Network License Activation Utility page, either accept thedefault installation path (C:\Program Files\Autodesk\NLA\) or click Browseto specify a different path. If you enter a path that does not exist, a newfolder is created using the name and location you provide. Click Next.

8 On the On Line Access Tools page, click Next to install the NetworkLicense Activation Utility and any other selected tools and utilities.

9 When the Installation Complete page displays, click Finish.

To use your Network License Activation utility

1 On the Start menu (Windows), click All Programs (or Programs) ➤

Autodesk ➤ Network License Manager ➤ AutoCAD 2008 NetworkLicense Activation Utility.

2 On the Obtain a Network License page, review how this utility works andthe requirements for using it, and then click Next.

3 On the Server Information page, enter the product serial number.

NOTE If you are modifying an existing license file or obtaining a new licensefor an existing product, your previously entered information might bedisplayed. Make sure that the serial number that is displayed is the one youwant to license. If it is not, enter the correct product serial number.

4 In the License Server Model section, click a license server model. For moreinformation about each license server model, click the ? button.

5 In the Server Host Name box, enter a server host name or click the [...]button to locate the name of each server you plan to use.

6 In the Host ID box, for each server host name you entered in the previousstep, click Lookup to have the utility automatically locate the host ID forthe server, or enter the host ID manually.

NOTE If your server has more than one network adapter, select the one thatcorresponds to a physical network adapter. To determine which adapters arephysical, enter ipconfig /all at a Windows command prompt and view theDescription field above each physical address. If there is more than onephysical network adapter, you can use any one of them, as long as it waslisted when you ran ipconfig /all. Logical devices such as VPN adapters, PPPadapters, and modems may be listed but are not usable for licensing.


7 If you chose Distributed Server in step 4, the Seats box is displayed. Inthe Seats box, enter the number of seats for each license server, and thenclick Next.

8 On the Confirm Server Information page, review the server informationyou entered, and click Next.

9 If the Register and License Your Autodesk Product page is displayed, doall of the following, and then click Next.

■ In the This Product is To Be Registered To option, select Company orIndividual.

■ In the Select Country or Region section, select your country or regionof residence.

■ In the Is This an Upgrade section, select Yes or No.

10 If the Registration Information page is displayed, enter your registrationinformation, and then click Next.

11 If the Confirm Information page is displayed, review your registrationinformation, and then click Next.

12 If the Connecting page is displayed, click Next to connect to the Internetto obtain your network license.

13 On the Licenses Received page, in the Save License File for [computer name]dialog box, enter the location where you want to save your license file,or click Browse to navigate to the location.

NOTE It is recommended that you save your license file to the location whereyou installed the Network License Manager.

14 If you have an existing license file from another Autodesk product, selectone of the following options:

■ Insert the New License Information Into It. Adds the new licenseinformation into the existing license file.

■ Overwrite the Existing License File. Replaces the entire contents ofthe existing license file with the new license information. Select thisoption only if you no longer require any part of the existing licensefile contents.

15 Click Next.

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16 On the License Activation Successful page, click Print to save a printedcopy of the license information, or click Done to complete the transactionand exit the Network Activation utility.

How to Configure Your License Server

You configure a license server so that you can manage the Autodesk productlicenses you received when you ran the Network License Activation utility.Configure the license server with the lmtools.exe utility.

To configure your license server

You should be logged in with Administrator rights when working with theLMTOOLS utility.

1 Do one of the following:

■ Click Start menu (Windows XP & 2000) ➤ All Programs (or Programs) ➤ Autodesk ➤ Network License Manager ➤ LMTOOLS.

■ Right-click the LMTOOLS icon (Windows Vista) on the desktop andchoose Run As Administrator.

2 In the Lmtools program, on the Service/License File tab, select theConfigure Using Services option.

3 Click the Config Services tab.

4 On the Config Services tab, in the Service Name list, select a service nameor do one of the following:

■ If a service name is selected, verify that it is the one you want to useto manage licenses.

■ If no service name exists, enter the service name you want to use tomanage licenses.

NOTE If you have more than one software vendor using FLEXlm® for licensemanagement, the Service Name list contains more than one option.

5 In the Path to Lmgrd.exe File box, enter the path to the Network LicenseManager daemon (lmgrd.exe), or click Browse to locate the file.

By default, this daemon is installed in the \Program Files\Autodesk NetworkLicense Manager folder.


6 In the Path to the License File box, enter the path to your license file, orclick Browse to locate the file.

7 In the Path to the Debug Log File box, enter a path to create a debug log,or click Browse to locate an existing log file.

8 To run lmgrd.exe as a service, select Use Services.

9 To automatically start lmgrd.exe when the system starts, select Start Serverat Power Up.

10 Click Save Service to save the new configuration under the service nameyou selected in step 4. Then click Yes.

11 Click the Start/Stop/Reread tab.

12 On the Start/Stop/Reread tab, do one of the following:

■ If a service has not yet been defined for Autodesk, click Start Serverto start the license server.

■ If a service for Autodesk is already defined and running, click ReReadto refresh the Network License Manager with any changes made tothe license file or Options file.The license server starts running and is ready to respond to clientrequests.

13 Close lmtools.exe.

How to Set Up and Distribute the ProgramOnce you have prepared for deployment and you have used the NetworkLicense Manager and the Network License Activation utility, you are ready toset up and distribute this program by using the AutoCAD 2008 Installationwizard and choosing a deployment method.

How to Create a Network Share

A network share is an installation folder that you make available to users'computers on a network. You point users to this location to install the program.Create a network share that will be used by the AutoCAD 2008 Installationwizard during the creation of a client deployment.

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NOTE You must have Full Control permissions set for your shared folder whenyou are creating your deployment images. Read permissions are necessary toaccess the network share and administrative permissions on the workstation wherethe program is deployed.

To create your network share

1 On the desktop of a network server, create a folder named Autodesk.

2 Right-click the Autodesk folder and click Sharing and Security (or Sharing).

3 In the <folder name> Properties dialog box, Sharing tab, select Share ThisFolder.

4 Specify a Share Name, such as Autodesk or MyDeployments, if necessary.

5 Click the Permissions button. In the Permissions dialog box make sureFull Control is active. Click OK.

This is important when creating your deployment images.

6 Click OK to close the Properties dialog box.

7 For each product you plan to install, create a subfolder in the Autodeskfolder. Name each folder with the pertinent product name.

How to Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up aDeployment

You can create a deployment directly from the AutoCAD 2008 Installationwizard. From the deployment, users can install the program on their computers.

NOTE The following procedure illustrates just one of the ways you can set up adeployment. This procedure details a single-server network deployment with aTypical client setup type and no customizations. For further information aboutsetting up deployments, see Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a Deployment(page 29).

To use the Installation wizard to create a default deployment

1 In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, click Create Deployments.



3 On the Begin Deployment page, you need to specify the following: adeployment location, a deployment name, and if you want the clientinstallation run in silent mode.

■ In the deployment location field, enter an existing shared networklocation where you want to create an administrative image, or clickthe [...] button to navigate to a location where there is a sharednetwork location. Users install the program from this location.

NOTE If you do not know how to create a network share, see How toCreate a Network Share (page 9).

■ In the deployment name field, enter the new deployment's name.The name you enter here is the name of the shortcut your users willaccess to install the product.

■ If you want to prevent users from changing your installation settingswhen they install the product, select Client Installations Will Be Runin Silent Mode.

Click Next.

4 On the Select the Products to Install page, choose the product you wantdeploy and click Next.



6 On the Personalize the Products page, enter your user information andclick Next.

The information you enter here is permanent and is displayed in theAutoCAD window (accessed by using Help ➤ About) on your computer.Because you can't change this information later without uninstalling theproduct, make sure you enter the correct information now.

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7 On the Write to Log page, choose to create the following: a network logand/or a client log.

■ When you choose to create a network log file, you also have to specifywhere the log file is created by entering either a valid UNC (universalnaming convention) path or hard-coded path on your network. Thenetwork log file is optional.

NOTE The folder where the network log resides must be a shared folderwhere users who install the program have Change permissions. Otherwise,successes or failures for user installations cannot be written to the log file.

■ Choose whether you want a client log file created.

For more information regarding log files, refer to Specify Log File Locations(page 33).

Click Next.

8 On the Review - Configure - Create Deployment page, click CreateDeployment.

By clicking Create Deployment, the wizard creates an administrativeimage in the shared folder using the deployment options listed in theCurrent Settings field.

9 On the Deployment Complete page, click Finish.

To use the Installation wizard to create a configured deployment

1 In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, click Create Deployments.


3 On the Begin Deployment page, you need to specify the following: adeployment location, a deployment name, and if you want the clientinstallation run in silent mode.

■ In the deployment location field, enter an existing shared networklocation where you want to create an administrative image, or clickthe [...] button to navigate to a location where there is a sharednetwork location. Users install the program from this location.

NOTE If you do not know how to create a network share, see How toCreate a Network Share (page 9).


■ In the deployment name field, enter the new deployment's name.The name you enter here is the name of the shortcut your users willaccess to install the product.

■ If you want to prevent users from changing your installation settingswhen they install the product, select Client Installations Will Be Runin Silent Mode.

Click Next.

4 On the Select the Products to Install page, choose the product you wantdeploy and click Next.



6 On the Personalize the Products page, enter your user information andclick Next.

The information you enter here is permanent and is displayed in theAutoCAD window (accessed by using Help ➤ About) on your computer.Because you can't change this information later without uninstalling theproduct, make sure you enter the correct information now.

7 On the Write to Log page, choose to create the following: a network logand/or a client log.

■ When you choose to create a network log file, you also have to specifywhere the log file is created by entering either a valid UNC (universalnaming convention) path or hard-coded path on your network. Thenetwork log file is optional.

NOTE The folder where the network log resides must be a shared folderwhere users who install the program have Change permissions. Otherwise,successes or failures for user installations cannot be written to the log file.

■ Choose whether you want a client log file created.

For more information regarding log files, refer to Specify Log File Locations(page 33).

Click Next.


8 On the Review - Configure - Create Deployment page, click Configure tomake changes to the administrative image.

9 On the Select the Installation Type page, you can choose to make thefollowing configuration changes:

■ Typical - Installs the most common application features and allowsyou to make the following changes to optional tools:

Contains AutoCAD support tools andutilities.

Express Tools

Contains over 300 professionally builtmaterials to apply to a model.

Materials Library

■ Custom - Installs only the application features that you select fromthe Select Features To Install list:

Contains tools for reviewing designfiles for compliance with your stand-ards.

CAD Standard

Contains database access tools.Databases

Contains multilanguage dictionaries.Dictionaries

Allows you to use the Security Optionsdialog box to protect a drawing witha password.

Drawing Encryption


Express Tools

Contains program fonts. (True Typefonts are automatically installed withthe program.)

Fonts

Contains over 300 professionally builtmaterials to apply to a model.

Materials Library


Contains animated demos, exercises,and sample files to help users learnnew features.

New Features Work-shop

Contains a tool for moving a stand-alone license between computers.

Portable License Utility

Allows you to migrate custom settingsand files from previous releases. For

Migrate Custom Set-tings

more information, see Migrate CustomSettings.

Allows you to view and edit the pathsof externally referenced files associatedwith a drawing.

Reference Manager

Contains various feature sample files.Samples

Contains product lessons.Tutorials

Contains Microsoft Visual Basic forApplications support files.

VBA SupportTutorials

■ Product Installation Path - Specifies the drive and location whereAutoCAD will be installed.

Click Next to proceed with the configuration process.

10 On the Select the License Type page, select Network License and maketo following settings: the license server model and the server name wherethe Network License Manager will run.

■ You can choose from one of three license server models, but for thisexample leave it set to Single License Server.

NOTE For complete instructions on all installation and server types, seeSelect a License Type (page 34).

■ Enter the name of the server that will run the Network LicenseManager, or click the [...] button to locate the server.


Click Next.

11 On the Select Preferences page, make the following settings:Choose a Default Text Editor. A text editor is used to edit text files suchas PGP and CUS dictionary files. You can accept the default text editoror select one from the list of available text editors. You can also clickBrowse to locate a text editor that is not listed.

Create a Desktop Shortcut. Choose whether to display the AutoCADshortcut icon on your desktop. A product icon is displayed on yourdesktop by default. Clear the check box if you do not want to display theshortcut icon.

Click Next.

12 On the Define Search Paths and File Locations page, click Next.

13 On the Install Additional Files page, click Next.

14 On the Specify User’s Workstation Settings, enter a default profile nameand click Next.

15 On the Include Service Packs page, click Next.

16 On the Configure InfoCenter Communications Center page, click Next.

17 On the Configure InfoCenter Search Results page, click Next.

18 On the Configure Access to Online Resources page, click ConfigurationComplete.

19 Click Create Deployment.


How to Deploy This Program

You can choose from several methods of deploying the program. Networksharing is the default method.

■ Network Share. Users launch the shortcut that you created with theInstallation wizard, in step 3 of the procedure How to Use the InstallationWizard to Set Up a Deployment (page 10) (for example:\\Server1\Autodesk\deployment\AutoCAD 2008). The program is installedon users' local computers, and a product icon appears on their desktop.


NOTE Users must have Read permissions to access the network share andadministrative permissions on the workstation where this program is installed.

■ Scripting. See Use Scripts to Deploy the Program (page 63).

■ Group Policy Objects (GPOs). See Use Group Policies to Install aDeployment (page 77).

■ Imaging Software. See Distribute the Product Using Imaging Software (page85).

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System Requirements

In this chapterThis section contains the system requirements for the location

of the administrative image that you create, the network

license server, and the client workstation.

■ System Requirements forThis Program

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System Requirements for This ProgramBefore you begin installing the program on a network, make sure that yourservers and client workstations meet the minimum recommended hardwareand software requirements for a deployment.

See the following tables for administrative image, license server, and clientworkstation system requirements.

Hardware and software requirements for the location of the administrative image

NotesRequirementHardware/Software

The location where you create the adminis-trative image must be a shared location so

750 MB (recommended)Hard disk

that users can access the administrativeimage.

Hardware and software requirements for the network license server


The Network License Manager sup-ports Ethernet network configurationsonly.

Windows Server 2003Windows XP Professional, Service Pack2

Operating system

The redundant license server modelis supported only on Windows 2000

Windows 2000 Server EditionWindows 2000, Service Pack 4

Server Edition and Windows 2003Server.

Pentium III or laterComputer/processor450 Mhz (minimum)

The Network License Manager sup-ports multiple network interfacecards.

Compatible with existing Ethernetnetwork infrastructure

Network interface card

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Hardware and software requirements for the network license server


The Network License Manager usesTCP packet types.

TCP/IPCommunication pro-tocol

Hardware and software requirements for client workstations


It is recommended that non-Englishlanguage versions of AutoCAD be in-

(32-Bit)Windows® XP Professional, ServicePack 2

Operating system

stalled on an operating system witha user interface language thatWindows XP Home, Service Pack 2matches the code page of the Auto-Windows 2000, Service Pack 4CAD language. A code page providesWindows Vista Enterprisesupport for character sets used in dif-ferent languages.

Windows Vista BusinessWindows Vista Ultimate

Whether the Windows operating sys-tem is the 32-bit or the 64-bit version

Windows Vista Home PremiumWindows Vista Home Basic

is automatically detected when in-Windows Vista Starterstalling AutoCAD. The appropriate(64-Bit)version of AutoCAD will be installed.Windows XP ProfessionalThe 32-bit version of AutoCAD cannotWindows Vista Enterprisebe installed on a 64-bit version ofWindows.

Windows Vista BusinessWindows Vista UltimateWindows Vista Home PremiumWindows Vista Home Basic

You cannot install AutoCAD if Mi-crosoft Internet Explorer 6.0 with

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, Ser-vice Pack 1 (or later)

Web browser

Service Pack 1 (or later) is not installedon the installation workstation. Youcan download Internet Explorer fromthe Microsoft website:http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/

Pentium III or IV (Pentium IV recom-mended)

Processor

800 Mhz

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http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/

Hardware and software requirements for client workstations


512 MB (recommended)RAM

1024 x 768 VGA with True Color(minimum)

Graphics card ■ Requires a Windows-supporteddisplay adapter.

Open GL®-compatible 3D video card(optional)

■ For graphic cards that supportHardware Acceleration, DirectX9.0c, or better, must be installed.

■ Installing from the ACAD.msi filedoes not install DirectX 9.0c, orlater. Manual installation of Dir-ectX is required, in this circum-stance, for Hardware Accelerationto be configured.

Installation 750 MBHard disk

Mouse, trackball, or other devicePointing device

Any speed (for installation only)CD-ROM

Printer or plotterOptional hardwareDigitizerModem or access to an Internet con-nectionNetwork interface card

Additional recommendations for 3D use


It is recommended that non-Englishlanguage versions of AutoCAD be in-

Windows® XP Professional, ServicePack 2

Operating system

stalled on an operating system witha user interface language thatmatches the code page of the Auto-

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Additional recommendations for 3D use


CAD language. A code page providessupport for character sets used in dif-ferent languages.

3.0 GHz or greaterProcessor

2 GB (or greater)RAM

128 MB or greater, OpenGL-capableworkstation-class

Graphics card ■ For graphic cards that supportHardware Acceleration, DirectX9.0c, or better, must be installed.

■ Installing from the ACAD.msi filedoes not install DirectX 9.0c, orlater. Manual installation of Dir-ectX is required, in this circum-stance, for Hardware Accelerationto be configured.

For more information about testedand certified graphics cards, visit ht-tp://www.autodesk.com/autocad-graphicscard/.

2 GB (in addition to the 750 MB re-quired for installation)

Hard disk

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http://www.autodesk.com/autocad-graphicscard/



Deploy the Program

In this chapterIn this section, you’ll find more detailed information about

using the Installation wizard to create or modify deployments. ■ Preliminary Tasks for aNetwork Deployment

■ Use the Installation Wizardto Set Up a Deployment

■ Point Users to theAdministrative Image

■ Uninstall the Program

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Preliminary Tasks for a Network DeploymentInstalling this program on a network requires careful planning and execution.The deployment checklist gives you a quick summary of the type ofinformation you should be familiar with during your deployments.

Deployment Checklist

You have reviewed the system requirements. You must make sure that yournetwork, servers, and workstations meet the system requirements. See SystemRequirements for This Program (page 20).

If your deployment plan involves using imaging software to distribute yourprogram(s) to client workstations, you have reviewed the Distribute the ProductUsing Imaging Software (page 85) section.

You have installed and activated any supporting tools and utilities. See Installand Activate Tools and Utilities (page 29).

Identify where deployments will reside such as a shared folder for each programyou plan to deploy. See Create Shared Folders for Your Deployments (page28).

You have closed all other programs and disabled anti-virus software. See Min-imize Chances of Installation Failure (page 27).

Specify whether you want to create log files which contain deployment andinstallation data. See Specify Log File Locations (page 33).

You understand the type of license you’ve purchased. If you plan a network li-cense deployment, you should also be familiar with the type of license servermodel you wish to use and the license server name(s). See Select a License Type(page 34).

You have an idea whether you’ll perform a typical or custom installation. SeeSelect the Installation Type (page 39).

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Deployment Checklist

You may want to set search paths to custom files or file locations that may havechanged in this release of software. See Define Search Paths and File Locations(optional) (page 43).

Additional files can be included with your deployment, such as drawing files,AutoLISP® routines, or script files. See Install Additional Files (optional) (page45).

You have checked for service packs that might be available for your product.If a service pack is available, you’ve downloaded it and extracted an MSP file.See Include Service Packs (optional) (page 48).

Live Update notifications let you know when product updates are posted andconfiguring Communication Center lets users access technical information. SeeConfigure InfoCenter Communication Center (optional) (page 50) and Config-ure InfoCenter Search Results (optional) (page 52).

You can allow users of the deployed product to access and participate in featureslike DesignCenter Online, Subscription Center, Customer Error Reporting andthe Customer Experience Improvement Program. See Allow Users to AccessOnline Resources (optional) (page 53).

Using consistent registration data is very important. Make sure you know howyou’re going to personalize the program(s) during registration. See Registerthe Product (page 58).

When you have completed these tasks, you are ready to create a deploymentfrom the Installation wizard.

Minimize Chances of Installation Failure

The installation process of AutoCAD 2008 may stop if some applications, suchas Microsoft® Outlook® or virus checking programs, are running when youare creating a deployment. Close all running applications and temporarilydisable virus checking utilities.

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Create Shared Folders for Your Deployments

Shared folders are required for both network license and multi-seat stand-alonemethods of installation. The shared folder (network share) is created before yourun the Installation wizard and is where product deployments are stored.

It is recommended that you name the network share folder Deployments onthe desktop of the system where you want deployments stored. You can thenadd subfolders inside the shared Deployments folder that clearly convey thename of product you plan to deploy. This is also beneficial if you plan todeploy multiple products. For example:

Any subfolders that are placed inside a shared folder are automatically shared.

TIP You must have Full Control permissions set for your shared folder when youare creating your deployment images. Read permissions are necessary to accessthe network share and administrative permissions on the workstation where theprogram is deployed.

To create a shared folder

1 On a network server, create a folder named Deployments.

2 Right-click the Deployments folder. Click Sharing and Security (or Sharing).

3 In the Properties dialog box, Sharing tab, select Share This Folder.

4 In the Permissions dialog box, click the Permissions button. Make sureFull Control is active. Click OK.

This is important when creating your deployment images.

5 Click OK to close the Properties dialog box.

6 For each product you plan to install, create a subfolder in the Deploymentsfolder. Name each folder with the pertinent product name.


Install and Activate Tools and Utilities

Several supporting tools and utilities are necessary if you plan to have usersrun the program(s) with network licenses. Ancillary programs you might installinclude:

■ Network License Manager

■ Network License Activation Utility

■ CAD Manager Tools

■ SAMreport Lite

Refer to the Network Licensing Guide for detailed information about how to setup your license servers. The Network Licensing Guide is available on theDocumentation link of the Installation wizard and in the Help system.

Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up aDeployment

The deployment process is initiated from the Installation wizard. Deploymentsare created from which users can install the program on their computers. Youmake choices during the deployment process to create various clientdeployment images and deployment types that meet user requirements andcompany needs.

The deployment process lets you do any of the following:

■ Create a deployment.

■ Apply a patch to a deployment.

■ Add customized files to a deployment.

■ Change search paths and file locations.

NOTE Because the deployment process provides you with numerous options forcreating and customizing your deployments, there are many deployment pagesyou need to complete and choices you must make. You should set aside ampletime to complete the deployment process in one sitting.

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When you initiate the deployment process, you can do the following:

1 Start the Deployment Process (page 30)

2 Create a Deployment (page 31)

3 Enter Personal Information (page 32)

4 Specify Log File Locations (page 33)

5 Select a License Type (page 34)

6 Select the Installation Type (page 39)

7 Define Search Paths and File Locations (optional) (page 43)

8 Install Additional Files (optional) (page 45)

9 Specify User Preferences (optional) (page 46)

10 Include Service Packs (optional) (page 48)

11 Configure InfoCenter Communication Center (optional) (page 50)

12 Configure InfoCenter Search Results (optional) (page 52)

13 Allow Users to Access Online Resources (optional) (page 53)

14 Final Review and Complete Setup (page 56)

15 Modify a Deployment (optional) (page 59)

16 Register the Product (page 58)

Start the Deployment Process

Once you have started the Installation wizard, you initiate the deploymentprocess to set up a deployment.

To start the deployment process

■ In the AutoCAD 2008 Installation wizard, click Create Deployments.


Create a Deployment

A deployment contains a Microsoft Transform (MST) file that modifies thedefault behavior of the installation program. As you begin a deployment, youneed to select a deployment location, choose a deployment name, and specifywhether silent mode (page 31) is active for client installations.

Silent mode When silent mode is active and a user initiates the deployment,the installation proceeds without any explicit user input. No dialog boxes arepresented that require interaction from the user.

To create a deployment

1 On the Begin Deployment page, enter a deployment location or click the[...] button to browse your drive for a location.

NOTE The deployment location should be a shared network folder. To createa shared folder, see Create Shared Folders for Your Deployments (page 28).

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2 In the Specify the Deployment Name field, enter the new deployment'sname. The name you enter here is the name of the shortcut your userswill access to install the product.

3 If you want to prevent users from changing your installation settingswhen they install the product, make sure Client Installations Will Be Runin Silent Mode is active.

4 Click Next.

Enter Personal Information

The Personalize the Products page is used to personalize the program for yourcompany. The information you enter here is permanent and is displayed inthe About <product name> window (accessed by using Help ➤ About) on allworkstations that install your deployment. Because you can't change thisinformation later without uninstalling the product, make sure you enter thecorrect information now.

You must also enter your product serial number in order to run the product.The product serial number is located on the product packaging. The serialnumber must contain a three-digit prefix followed by an eight-digit number.


To enter your personal information and serial number

1 On the Personalize the Products page, enter the requested personalizationdata.

NOTE Although it is required that you enter information in each box on thispage, you can enter any information that you want to convey to users whoinstall the deployment.

2 Enter your product serial number.

3 Click Next.

Specify Log File Locations

The program has two types of log files with which you can monitorinformation about deployments and installations.

■ Network log. The network log file keeps a record of all workstations thatrun the deployment. On the Write to Log page of the deployment process,you choose whether or not to create a network log file. The log lists theuser name, workstation name, and the status of the installation. Refer tothis file for status information and details about problems that users mayhave encountered during installation (for example, low disk space orinadequate permissions). The network log is named with the same nameyou chose for your deployment. You can specify where the log file is createdby entering either a valid UNC (universal naming convention) path or

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hard-coded path on your network, for example\\MyComputer\Autodesk\AutoCAD 2008.

NOTE The folder where the network log resides must be a shared folder whereusers who install the program have Change permissions. Otherwise, successesor failures for user installations cannot be written to the log file.

■ Client log. The client log contains detailed installation information foreach workstation. This information may be useful in diagnosing installationproblems. The client log is located in the \Temp directory of each clientworkstation. The client log is named with the same name you chose foryour deployment.

To specify a log file location

1 While creating a deployment, on the Write to Log page, select the checkbox next to the Create Network Log box. Enter the name of the folderwhere you want the network log to be located.

2 If you want to create a client log, select the Create Client Log option.

3 Click Next.

Select a License Type

When you set up your deployment, you need to choose the type of installationto deploy based on the type of software license you’ve purchased. You canpurchase one of three types of product licenses: network, multi-seatstand-alone, and stand-alone.

Specify the license type to use during deployment

Network License With this type of installation, you install the program toworkstations with the files and registry entries that allow the program tocommunicate with the Network License Manager. You also define theconfiguration of the Network License Manager so that the licenses can beaccessed. Workstations running the program based on a network installationdo not require individual activation. Licensing of this program is managedby at least one license server.

■ Choose Network License.


Multi-Seat Stand-Alone license (a single serial number for multipleseats) Registration data is gathered on the Register Today pages. After the firstactivation using the multi-seat stand-alone serial number, activation occursautomatically for all workstations based on this deployment, as long as yoursystems are connected to the Internet.

■ Choose Stand-Alone License.

Stand-Alone license (a single serial number for a single seat) You do notuse the Network License Manager to manage product licensing. For stand-aloneinstallation, you install, register, and activate the program on each workstation.

■ Choose Stand-Alone License.

To deploy a network license using a single license server model

1 While creating a deployment, on the Select the License Type page, selectthe Network License option.

2 Select Single License Server as the License Server Model you want to usewith the Network License Manager.

If you have already used the Network License Manager to create a licenseserver model, you must select the same license server model in this step.If you have not yet used the Network License Manager to create a licenseserver model, make sure that you select the same settings in the NetworkLicense Manager that you choose here.

For detailed information about license server models, see “License ServerModels” in the Network Licensing Guide, located in the Help system andon the Documentation link of the Installation wizard.

3 Enter the server name of the server that will run the Network LicenseManager, or click the [...] button to locate the server. Click Next.

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To deploy a network license using a distributed license server model


2 Select Distributed License Server as the License Server Model you wantto use with the Network License Manager.



3 Enter the name of one of the servers that will run the Network LicenseManager, or click the [...] button to locate the server. Click Add to addthe server to the Server Pool. Once all the servers are added to the ServerPool list, use the Move Up and Move Down buttons to arrange the serversin the order you want them to be searched by a user's workstation. Youmust enter at least two servers. Click Next.


To deploy a network license using a redundant license server model


2 Select Redundant License Server as the License Server Model you wantto use with the Network License Manager.



3 In the First Server Name field, enter a server name of one server that willrun the Network License Manager, or click the [...] button to locate theserver. Enter the server names for the remaining two servers that you willuse in the redundant server pool. Click Next.

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NOTE If you are not sure how to obtain the server host name, see “Plan YourLicense Server Configuration” in the Network Licensing Guide. The NetworkLicensing Guide is located in the Help system and on the Documentation linkof the Installation wizard.

To deploy a multi-seat stand-alone or stand-alone license

1 While creating a deployment, on the Select the License Type page, selectStand-Alone Installation.

2 Click Next.


Select the Installation Type

As part of making your deployment choices, you select the type of installationthat users receive when they install the program, choose which optional toolsor features get included, and specify where the product will get installed oneach workstation.

■ Typical. Installs the most common application features. This option isrecommended for most users.

■ Custom. Installs only the application features that you select.

You can also choose to include Express Tools and the Material Library withthis deployment.

■ Express Tools. Express Tools are available in their original form, in Englishonly, and are not supported. No updates have been made to the tools.Double-byte characters are not supported.

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NOTE Some Express Tools have been integrated into AutoCAD 2008. For afull list of tools that have been integrated, see the FAQ section in the ExpressTools Help. You can also get help on each integrated command in the productHelp system.

■ Material Library. The Material Library contains over 300 professionallybuilt materials that you can apply to your models. The library is constructedas a series of tool palettes.

You choose the location where program files are installed on the clientworkstation in the Product Install Path. To help decide where the product isinstalled, a chart of drives and disk space is provided.

To deploy a typical installation, choose optional tools and specify aproduct location

1 During the deployment, on the Select the Installation Type page, selectthe Typical option as the type of installation that you want.


2 Clear the check box for the Express Tools option if you do not want toinclude the tools in this deployment. Express Tools are installed by default.

3 If you want to install the Material Library, select the check box for theMaterial Library option.

The Material library option is cleared by default.

4 Enter the path on the client workstation where you want to install theprogram, for example C:\Program Files\AutoCAD 2008, or click the [...]button to specify the install location.

The Disk Space Requirements chart lets you review available drives anddisk space.

5 Click Next.

To deploy a custom installation, choose optional tools and specify aproduct location

1 During the deployment, on the Select the Installation Type page, selectthe Custom option as the type of installation that you want.

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2 From the Select Features To Install list, select the features that you wantto install.

Your choices are as follows:

Contains tools for reviewing designfiles for compliance with your stand-ards.

CAD Standard

Contains database access tools.Databases

Contains multilanguage dictionaries.Dictionaries

Allows you to use the Security Optionsdialog box to protect a drawing witha password.

Drawing Encryption


Express Tools

Contains program fonts. (True Typefonts are automatically installed withthe program.)

Fonts

Allows access to Autodesk Impressioncommands. If Autodesk Impression is

Autodesk ImpressionToolbar

not currently installed, you can chooseto install the program.

Contains animated demos, exercises,and sample files to help users learnnew features.

New Features Work-shop

Contains a tool for moving a stand-alone license between computers.

Portable License Utility

Allows you to migrate custom settingsand files from previous releases. For

Migrate Custom Set-tings

more information, see Migrate CustomSettings.


Allows you to view and edit the pathsof externally referenced files associatedwith a drawing.

Reference Manager

Contains sample files for various fea-tures. Sample are part of a default in-

Samples

stallation. (Visual Lisp samples are notinstalled by default.)

Contains Microsoft Visual Basic forApplications support files.

VBA Support

If, after making feature changes, you decide you want the originalselections, click the Restore Defaults button.

3 Enter the path on the client workstation where you want to install theprogram, for example C:\Program Files\AutoCAD 2008, or click the [...]button to specify the install location.

The Disk Space Requirements chart lets you review available drives anddisk space.

4 Click Next.

Define Search Paths and File Locations (optional)

On the Define Search Paths and File Locations page, you can modify thedefault search paths and the location of some program files. You might wantto modify the default settings for the following reasons:

■ If your CAD environment uses a file (such as a customization file orplug-ins) other than the default file that's installed with the program, youcan point to that file now and avoid having to add it at each workstation.

■ Some default file locations may have changed in this version of theprogram. You can use this page if you have an earlier version of theprogram, and you want to move the files to the same file location as yourearlier version of the program.

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NOTE You can also modify the search paths and file locations for individualworkstations after you have installed the program. You do this by using the Optionsdialog box. For more information, see Specify Search Paths and File Locations inthe User's Guide.

To use the default program settings for search paths and file locations

■ While creating a deployment, on the Define Search Paths and File Locationspage, click Next.

To modify the default program settings for search paths and filelocations

1 While creating a deployment, on the Define Search Paths and FileLocations page, in the Define Search Paths, File Names, and File Locationslist, click the plus sign (+) to the left of a search path or file location toselect and expand it.

2 Select an item in the list and do any of the following:

■ To browse to a file location, click Browse.

■ To add a new entry to the currently selected search path or filelocation, click Add.

■ To remove an entry from the currently selected search path or filelocation, click Remove.


■ To move a selection up or down in the list, click Move Up or MoveDown.

NOTE The availability of these buttons depends on the item that you selectedin the previous step.

3 When you finish specifying search paths or file locations, click Next.

Install Additional Files (optional)

On the Install Additional Files page, when you click Browse, you can specifyadditional files to include with a deployment. By default, these files areinstalled in the program's installation directory on client workstations whenthe deployment is run. You can install files to multiple directories if desired.

You can perform the following operations:

■ Specify additional files (such as drawing files, AutoLISP® routines, or scriptfiles) to include with your deployment.

■ Install different types of files to different workstation directories.

■ Add subfolders under the installation folder (for example, a folder calledLSP to contain custom AutoLISP routines).

■ Add files to the same location as program files (for example, add sampledrawings for a project).

■ Add files to the root of the installation directory.

NOTE It is recommended that you install these files to a location within theprogram's directory structure. You cannot install files with the same file name asan installed program file. For example, you cannot add a file named acad.cui.

To install additional files

1 While creating a deployment, on the Install Additional Files page, set thelocation where file will get installed.

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2 Do any of the following:

■ Click [...] to open the Add Files dialog box, where you can select filesto add to the installation directory.

■ Click Add Folder to create a new folder in the installation directory.

■ Click Add Drive to create a new drive name in the installationdirectory.

■ Click Remove to delete a file, folder, or drive from the installationdirectory.

3 Click Next.

Specify User Preferences (optional)

On the Specify User Preferences page, you can specify whether installationsbased on this deployment can proceed if Microsoft Internet Explorer is notinstalled, specify a default profile name, choose to display the product shortcuticon on the desktop, or create a custom desktop shortcut.


To specify user preferences settings

1 While creating a deployment, on the Specify User Preferences page, clearthe check box for the Internet Explorer option if you do not requireMicrosoft Internet Explorer to be installed before AutoCAD is installed.

2 In the Default Profile Name box, specify a default profile name that willbe current for all users who run the deployment.

3 Clear the check box for Create an AutoCAD 2008 Desktop Shortcut ifyou do not want the product shortcut icon to appear on the user's desktop.

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4 If you want to create a custom desktop shortcut, specify a shortcut nameand any parameters, such as switches that will call profiles, startup scripts,etc.

5 Click Next.

Include Service Packs (optional)

During the deployment process, you can choose to include service packs thathave been posted for your product.


When you include a service pack, you can also specify how it will be handled.You can choose from the following;

■ Append the Service Pack onto the Deployment. When you append a servicepack, the service pack is applied to the current deployment only. Multipleservice packs may be appended to a deployment. The service pack file isincluded in the deployment and the service pack is applied after the productis deployed.

■ Merge the Service Pack into the Administrative Image MSI file. When youmerge a service pack, the service pack is merged into the administrativeimage. Once merged, a service pack may not be removed from the adminimage. Multiple service packs may be included in a single admin image.

To extract an MSP file from a service pack

1 Download the service pack from the Autodesk product support site.

2 Review the service pack Readme file for information about patch usage.

3 Open a Windows command prompt and enter the patch file namefollowed by the /e switch and a target file name, such as:

ProductSP1.exe /e ./ProductSP1.msp

where <ProductSP1.exe> is the name of the downloaded patch and<ProductSP1.msp> is the name of the extracted file. Using ‘./’ in front ofthe extraction file name places the extracted file in the same folder asthe original executable.

NOTE To find out if a service pack is available, visit the Autodesk ProductSupport page at http://support.autodesk.com/.

To include a service pack with the deployment

To include a service pack with a deployment, an MSP file must be extractedfrom the downloaded service pack executable.

1 On the Include Service Packs page, click the [...] button.

2 In the Open dialog box, locate the service pack you want to include withthe deployment.

3 Select the MSP file and click Open.

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4 Specify whether you want to Append the service pack on to thedeployment or merge the service pack into the administrative image.

5 Click Next.

Configure InfoCenter Communication Center(optional)

The Communications Center is accessed through InfoCenter. Products areupdated with Live Update, which downloads patches to your product usingCommunication Center. Beyond Live Update, other information channelsand feeds can be displayed by the Communication Center.

The Communication Center settings you can make include

■ Enable Live Update. Users can use Live Update to check for updates whena web connection is established. If a product patch is available, notificationof its availability is received on the program's status bar, and the patch canbe either downloaded directly from an Autodesk server or modified first


before being copied to users' workstations. If you don't want users to receiveupdates or announcements, you can turn off Live Update.

NOTE You can also turn Live Update options on or off in the CAD ManagerControl utility. See How to Install and Start the CAD Manager Control Utility

■ Enable Information Channels. When active, information channels notifyusers with various pieces of information such as subscriptionannouncements and product support information.

■ Enable CAD Manager Channels. Controls the display of the CAD ManagerChannels in InfoCenter. Aside from being able to toggle CAD ManagerChannels, you can also define the CAD Manager feed location and set thedisplay name for the CAD Manager Channel.

■ Enable RSS Feeds. Users can subscribe to any number of RSS feeds. Eachfeed is contained within a discrete InfoCenter category. Additionally, youcan specify whether users can add RSS feeds.

To configure Communication Center

1 When creating a deployment, on the Configure InfoCenterCommunication Center page, make the following Live Update settings:

■ Enable Live Updates. Users can receive product updates or supportannouncements from Autodesk servers.

■ Receive Live Updates from Autodesk. Users can receive product updatesand support announcements from Autodesk servers with Live Update.

■ Receive Live Updates from Internal Server. You can maintain a patchlist on a local server. If you select this option, the Local Patch ListLocation box is available. Use the [...] button to locate the path to aserver location where you want a patch list to be located. Moreinformation about how to use a local patch list is available by installingAutodesk CAD Manager Tools 4.0, running the CAD Manager Controlutility, and then clicking Help in the CAD Manager Control utilitywindow.

NOTE You can name a file that will be used to enter the patchinformation. By naming a file and using an .npl extension now, you arecreating a placeholder file, not creating the file itself. In the location thatyou specify in the Local Patch List Location box, you must create a textfile with the same name you specify here.

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2 Specify whether Information channels should be enabled.

3 Specify whether CAD Manager channels should be enabled. When active,you can make the following settings:

■ Feed Location. Defines the location of the CAD Manager channel RSSfeed. RSS feeds are in XML format.

■ Display Name. Sets the display name of the CAD Manager channel.

4 Specify whether RSS Feeds are enabled and if users are allowed to addfeeds.

5 Click Next.

Configure InfoCenter Search Results (optional)

The Search Results tab of InfoCenter can be configured to display contentfrom various sources, such as the product Help system, CAD ManagerChannels, or the Internet.

You can specify whether users who install from the deployment can customizeaccess to their InfoCenter search locations.

To configure InfoCenter search results

1 When creating a deployment, on the Configure InfoCenter Search Resultspage, specify whether users have the option to customize their InfoCentersearch locations.

2 Click Next.


Allow Users to Access Online Resources (optional)

The Configure Access to Online Resources page allows you to specify whetherusers can access online resources such as DesignCenter and SubscriptionCenter. You can also determine whether users will receive notification fromAutodesk when reported errors are resolved and if they want to participate inthe Customer Involvement Program.

DesignCenter and Subscription Center

The DC Online tab in DesignCenter® provides access to predrawn contentsuch as blocks, symbol libraries, manufacturers' content, and online catalogs.This content can be used in common design applications to assist users increating drawings. If you turn off DC Online, the DC Online tab is removedfrom all installations that are based on this deployment. The Enable DC Onlineoption is active by default.

Subscription Center provides Autodesk subscription members access toresources such as e-Learning (self-paced, interactive lessons) and web support(where customers can submit technical questions online to Autodesk supportstaff).

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You can determine whether users who are entitled to subscription resourcescan access them by using Help and clicking a Subscription resource. Userswho do not have such access can still learn about subscription resources byusing the same option on the Help menu.

NOTE You can also enable or disable DesignCenter Online and Subscription Centeraccess from the CAD Manager Control utility.

Customer Error Reporting (CER)

If AutoCAD closes unexpectedly, users have the opportunity to send an errorreport directly to Autodesk, which helps Autodesk to determine and resolvethe error. You can determine whether users can also receive notification fromAutodesk when their reported errors are resolved.

NOTE You can also turn Customer Error Reporting notification on or off in theCAD Manager Control utility.

Customer Involvement Program (CIP)

If you choose to participate in the Customer Involvement Program, AutoCADwill automatically send Autodesk information about what features you usemost, any problems that you encounter, and other information helpful to thefuture direction of the product.

For more information regarding the CIP, see Join the Customer InvolvementProgram.


NOTE You can enable or disable the Customer Involvement Program from theCAD Manager Control utility.

To configure access to online resources

1 While creating a deployment, on the Configure Access to Online Resourcespage, do one of the following to configure DesignCenter Online:

■ To disable DesignCenter Online, make sure that the check box nextto Enable DC Online is cleared.

■ To enable DesignCenter Online, select the check box next to EnableDC Online.

2 To allow access to the Subscription Center, select or clear the check boxnext to Allow Access to Subscription Center from Within the AutodeskProduct (Recommended). This option is enabled by default.

3 If you want to receive notification of problem resolutions, do thefollowing:

■ Select the check box next to Allow Users to Receive Notification ofResolution so that users are made aware of resolutions to issues andcan download applicable updates provided by Autodesk. This optionis enabled by default.

NOTE Users must have administrative permissions to install an updateprovided by Autodesk.

■ Select the check box next to Include Computer Name to include theuser’s computer name in error reports. The computer name is includedin notifications to the user and in reports available to subscriptionadministrators. This option is disabled by default.

4 If you want to participate in the Customer Involvement Program, makesure the check box next to Allow Users to Participate in the Autodesk CIPProgram is enabled.

5 Click Configuration Complete.

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Final Review and Complete Setup

To complete your deployment setup, confirm the settings you selected.

To confirm and complete the setup of a network deployment

1 After making all your deployment settings, on the Review - Configure -Create Deployments page, scroll the list of current settings and verifyyour installation selections.

2 If you want to change any selections you made for the deployment, clickthe Configure button.

3 If you want a hardcopy of the installation information displayed on thispage, click the Print button.

4 If you are ready to complete the deployment, click Create Deployment.



To confirm and complete the setup of a multi-seat stand-alonedeployment

1 After making all your deployment settings, on the Review - Configure -Create Deployments page, scroll the list of current settings and verifyyour installation selections.

2 If you want to change any selections you made for the deployment, clickthe Configure button.

3 If you want a hardcopy of the installation information displayed on thispage, click the Print button.

4 If you are ready to complete the deployment, click Create Deployment.

5 On the Deployment Complete page, click Register Products Online.

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Registration at this stage ensures that consistent data is being used tostreamline product activation. When a user installs from this deploymentand runs the product, registration data is automatically referenced andthe product gets activated. See Register the Product (page 58).

6 Click Finish.

You have created an Autodesk product deployment with precise options thatare specific to your group of users. You can now inform those using thisdeployment where the administrative image is located so that they can installthe program.

Register the Product

It is very important that the registration data (for example, your companyname and contact information) you supply when registering and activatingyour products is consistent across all Autodesk products that you install. Ifyou enter this data incorrectly or inconsistently, you can run into activationproblems.

The way products are registered depends upon the type of license you selectedwhile creating the deployment. In order to receive an activation code, yourproduct must be registered.

To register a network licensed deployment


Autodesk ➤ Network License Manager ➤ AutoCAD 2008 NetworkLicense Activation Utility.

2 On the Obtain a Network License page, review how this utility works andthe requirements for using it, and then click Next.


3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the registration andactivation.

To register a multi-seat stand-alone licensed deployment

1 On the Deployment Complete page, click Register Products Online.

The Register Today page is displayed. You complete Register Today atthis point so that all users have the same default registration information.

2 In the Register Today wizard, follow the on-screen instructions tocomplete the registration.

NOTE This process only registers the product. If users are connected to the Internet,activation will occur automatically when the product is started.

Modify a Deployment (optional)

After a deployment is created, it may be necessary to modify the deploymentfor some client workstations. You can apply a patch or select various customfiles that are not part of the base administrative image. You can also performmodifications such as changing the installation directory from drive C to driveD.

To modify a deployment

1 Open the shared network folder where you originally chose to place yourproduct deployment.

2 Double-click the Modify <deployment name> shortcut in the shared folder.

This re-opens the Installation wizard.

3 Click through the deployment pages and make the necessary changes.

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4 After all the modifications have been made, click Create Deployment.

Point Users to the Administrative ImageWhen you have completed the deployment process, you are ready to haveusers install the newly created or modified deployment. You need to notifyyour users of the shortcut that was created in the administrative image. Theshortcut is the same name that you chose in Create a Deployment (page 31).

To point users to the administrative image

■ The simplest method of notifying users how to install the deployment isto email them with instructions about using the shortcut. At a minimum,the instructions need to include the location of the deployment andinstructions about double-clicking the shortcut to the deployment.

NOTE For more advanced ways of using the shortcut and installing thedeployment, see Advertise a Deployment Using MSI, Use Scripts to Deploy theProgram (page 63), Use Group Policies to Install a Deployment (page 77), UseMicrosoft Systems Management Server to Install a Deployment, or Use MicrosoftSystems Management Server to Install a Deployment.

Uninstall the ProgramWhen you uninstall AutoCAD 2008, all components are removed in theprocess. This means that even if you have previously added or removedcomponents, or if you have reinstalled or repaired the program, uninstallingremoves all program installation files from your system.

NOTE If you plan to modify an administrative image at a later date (for example,by adding a patch to it), do not remove that image.

To uninstall the program

1 In the Windows Control Panel, click Add or Remove Programs.

2 In the Add/Remove Programs window, select AutoCAD 2008, and thenclick Change/Remove.

3 When the Installation wizard opens, choose Uninstall AutoCAD 2008.


4 On the Uninstall AutoCAD 2008 page, click Next to remove AutoCADfrom the system.

5 When informed that the product has been successfully uninstalled, clickFinish.

NOTE Autodesk programs that you use with the program (such as Autodesk DWFViewer) are not removed automatically when you uninstall AutoCAD. You mustuninstall them separately using Add or Remove Programs.

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Use Scripts to Deploy theProgram

In this appendixA script executes a command or a set of commands. Scripts

are similar to batch files but are more flexible. Installation ■ Create Scripts That InstallPrograms

scripts are most useful for stand-alone installation of programs■ A Sample Installation Script

on computers that are connected to a network. Scripts are also ■ Use Switches and Flags inScripts

useful for installing service packs, extensions, and object

enablers on a network.

■ Scripts for CustomInstallations

■ Run Scripts

In order for AutoCAD to run properly, the following software

and prerequisites must be installed and met on the computer

where the program is being installed:

■ Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 Service Pack 1 or

later (You can download Microsoft Internet Explorer from

the Microsoft website by visiting www.microsoft.com)

■ Microsoft Scripting Engine

The sample scripts in this section are based on MicrosoftScripting Engine 5.6, which works with both VBScriptsand JavaScript. If you don't have the scripting engine

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installed, you can download it for free from the Microsoftwebsite at www.msdn.microsoft.com/scripting. Sample scriptsand Help files are also available there for download.

■ Administrative permissions

64 | Appendix A Use Scripts to Deploy the Program

Create Scripts That Install ProgramsYou create a script by using a text editor such as Notepad and then saving itin ASCII format in a file with the file extension .vbs. The script consists of oneor more commands, as well as command switches that specify options, andflags that modify the options. An installation script also contains path names.

An installation script points to the location of the product's setup.exe file. Youmust point to the setup.exe file on your product CD. For example:

AutoCAD 2008 CDROM1\setup.exe

A Sample Installation ScriptThe sample script in this section installs the program in a typical configuration.To make it easy to copy this sample script and substitute your own information,the same names are used throughout for variable items. The log file name isbased on the product being installed. You can either use the log file name inthe script or change it to something else.

Serial number prefix: 123

Serial number: 12345678

First name: Your First Name

Last name: Your Last Name

Organization: Your Company Name

A sample script for a silent installation of this program uses the syntax shownin this section.

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Scripted installation for AutoCAD 2008

' Scripted installation for AutoCAD 2008

option explicit

'

' Create variables

dim x64bit

dim shell

dim productType

dim featuresToInstall

dim strADSKFirstName

dim strADSKLastName

dim strADSKOrganization

dim strADSKSercirity

dim strADSKSerialIsvalid

dim strADSKAccept

dim strADSKEula

dim strADSKReInstall

dim strADSKRemove

dim strADSKSNPrefix

dim strADSKSNNumber

dim strInstallLevel

dim strACADStandaloneNetworkType

dim strADSKLicenseServerType

dim strADSKLicenseType

dim strADSKServerFmtPath

dim strADSKServerPath

dim strADSKServerHostID

dim strADSKPath

dim strSourcePath

dim strAdditionalStuff

'

' Script initialization

Set shell = CreateObject("WScript.Shell")

x64bit = false ' change to true if this is AutoCAD 2008

x64

productType = "acad"

strInstallLevel=3 ' 5 installs everything 3 installs typical

'


' Name and Organization information

strADSKFirstName = "Your First Name"

strADSKLastName = "Your Last Name"

strADSKOrganization = "Your Organization Name"

'

' Serial Number information

strADSKSNPrefix = "123"

strADSKSNNumber = "12345678"

'

' Source to install from (e.g. D: is assumed to be Install Media)

strSourcePath = "d:\"

'

' Destination to install to

strADSKPath = Shell.ExpandEnvironmentStrings("%ProgramFiles%") +

"\AutoCAD 2008"

'

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' Features to install

' ACS - AutoCAD Samples

' CADStandards - CAD Standards

' Database - Database (DBCONNECT)

' DCS - DesignCenter Samples

' DigSig - Digital Signatures

' Dictionaries - Dictionaries

' DrawingEncryption - Drawing Encryption

' Express_Tools - Express Tools

' Fonts - Fonts

' Impression - Autodesk Impression Toolbar (NOT in AutoCAD 2008

64 bit)

' Materials - Materials Library

' Migrate - Migrate Custom Settings

' NFW - New Features Workshop

' PLM - Portable License Utility

' RefMan - Reference Manager

' System_Files - Required system files (installed by default in

this script)

' TM - Texture Maps

' VBA - Visual Basic for Applications

' VLS - Visual LISP Samples

' VLT - Visual LISP Tutorials

'

' Sample is below - Note the leading comma

featuresToInstall = ",DigSig,TM,CADStandards,Database,Dictionar

ies,DrawingEncryption,Express_Tools,Fonts,NFW,Migrate,Ref

Man,Samples,ACS,DCS,VBA,Materials,PLM,VLS,VLT"

if not x64bit then

' To add Autodesk Impression to the install

featuresToInstall = featuresToInstall & ",Impression"

strAdditionalStuff = "ACADSHOWIMPR=" & """" & "1" & """"

end if


'''''' Uncomment the relevant version of your installation - De

fault is Standalone

' For Standalone

RunStandaloneInstall()

'

' For Single Network License Server

'RunSingleLicenseServerInstall()

'

' For Redundant Network License Servers

'RunRedundantLicenseServerInstall()

'

' For Distributed Network License Servers

'RunDistributedLicenseServerInstall()

'

' End of Script

Wscript.quit()

'

Function RunStandaloneInstall

shell.run DefaultCommand(),2,1

end function

'

Function RunSingleLicenseServerInstall

' Update with the correct information for the license server

strACADStandaloneNetworkType = "3"

strADSKLicenseServerType = "Single Server License"

strADSKLicenseType = "Network License"

strADSKServerPath = "myFlexServer"

' HOSTID or MAC address

strADSKServerHOSTID = "001122334455"

'

' Consolidate the two values

strADSKServerPath = strADSKServerPath & " " & strADSKServerHOSTID

shell.run MakeCommand(),2,1

end function

'


Function RunRedundantLicenseServerInstall

' Update with the correct information for the license servers


strADSKLicenseServerType = "Redundant Server License"


'

' Format is SERVERNAME1 MACADDR1 PORT1;SERVERNAME2 MACADDR2

PORT2; SERVERNAME3 MACADDR3 PORT3; - Only 3 permitted for redund

ant servers

strADSKServerPath = " myFlexServer 001122334455 27005; myFlex

Server2 006622334455 27005;"

shell.run MakeCommand(),2,1

end function

'

Function RunDistributedLicenseServerInstall

' Update with the correct information for the license servers


strADSKLicenseServerType = "Distributed Server License"


'

' Format is @SERVERNAME1;SERVERNAME2;SERVERNAME3;

strADSKServerPath = "@ myFlexServer;@ myFlexServer2;@ myFlexServ

er3;"

'

shell.run MakeCommand() & "ACAD_LICENSESERVER_DISTRIBUTED=1",2,1

end function

'


Function DefaultCommand

dim retString

' /q for silent install ' /c [key] override parameters for the

key

retString = strSourcePath & "\setup.exe /t /q /c " & productType

& ": "

retString = retString & "INSTALLDIR=" & """" & strADSKPath &

"""" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADSERIALPREFIX=" & strADSKSNPrefix &

" "

retString = retString & "ACADSERIALNUMBER=" & strADSKSNNumber &

" "

retString = retString & "ACADFIRSTNAME=" & """" & strADSKFirst

Name & """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADLASTNAME=" & """" & strADSKLastName

& """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADORGANIZATION=" & """" & strADSKOr

ganization & """" & " "

retString = retString & "InstallLevel=" & strInstallLevel & " "

' retString = retString & "ADSK_LAUNCH_MODE=Standalone" & " "

if strInstallLevel = 3 then

retString = retString & "ADDLOCAL=" & """" & "System_Files"

& featuresToInstall & """" & " "

end if

retString = retString & strAdditionalStuff ' Specifically for

Impression Toolbar

DefaultCommand = retString & " "

end function

'

Function MakeCommand

dim retString

retString = DefaultCommand() & " "

retString = retString & "ACADSTANDALONENETWORKTYPE=" & """" &

strACADStandaloneNetworkType & """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADLICENSESERVERTYPE=" & """" &

strADSKLicenseServerType & """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADLICENSETYPE=" & """" & strADSKLi

censeType & """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADSERVERPATH=" & """" &

strADSKServerPath & """" & " "

MakeCommand = retString

end function


Use Switches and Flags in ScriptsThe following table lists all of the switches and flags that are relevant toinstallation.

NOTE You must set the installation switch to INSTALLDIR=. If this is not done,programs that run outside AutoCAD (such as the Portable License utility) are notinstalled.

Switches in Installation Scripts

DescriptionSwitch

Specifies the location to install the product.INSTALLDIR=

Specifies the numbers that precede the hyphenin the serial number.

ACADSERIALPREFIX=

Specifies the serial number.ACADSERIALNUMBER=

Specifies the type of installation: 3=TypicalINSTALLLEVEL=

Specifies the first name personalization.ACADFIRSTNAME=

Specifies the last name personalization.ACADLASTNAME=

Specifies the company name.ACADORGANIZATION=

Used for customized installations where you des-ignate specific features to install.

ADDLOCAL=

See Scripts for Custom Installations (page 73).

User Interface Flags

DescriptionFlag

Designates that the installation is performed in silent mode.q


Scripts for Custom InstallationsTo create a script for a custom installation, use the syntax ADDLOCAL=".....".

The following example shows how component flags are used in theDefaultCommand section of a script.

Function DefaultCommand

dim retString

' /q for silent install ' /c [key] override parameters for the

key

retString = strSourcePath & "\setup.exe /t /q /c " & productType

& ": "

retString = retString & "INSTALLDIR=" & """" & strADSKPath &

"""" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADSERIALPREFIX=" & strADSKSNPrefix &

" "

retString = retString & "ACADSERIALNUMBER=" & strADSKSNNumber &

" "

retString = retString & "ACADFIRSTNAME=" & """" & strADSKFirst

Name & """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADLASTNAME=" & """" & strADSKLastName

& """" & " "

retString = retString & "ACADORGANIZATION=" & """" & strADSKOr

ganization & """" & " "

retString = retString & "InstallLevel=" & strInstallLevel & " "

' retString = retString & "ADSK_LAUNCH_MODE=Standalone" & " "

if strInstallLevel = 3 then

retString = retString & "ADDLOCAL=" & """" & "Sys

tem_Files,ACS,Impression,NFW" & featuresToInstall & """" & "

"

end if

retString = retString & strAdditionalStuff ' Specifically for

Impression Toolbar

DefaultCommand = retString & " "

The table below lists all the component flags you can use.

Component Flags

ComponentFlag

AutoCAD SamplesACS

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Component Flags

ComponentFlag

CAD StandardsCADStandards

Database (DBCONNECT)Database

DesignCenter SamplesDCS

Digital SignaturesDigSig

DictionariesDictionaries

Drawing EncryptionDrawingEncryption

Express ToolsExpress_Tools

FontsFonts

Materials LibraryMaterials

Migrate Custom SettingsMigrate

New Features WorkshopNFW

Portable License UtilityPLM

Reference ManagerRefMan

Sample filesSamples

Required system filesSystem_Files

Texture MapsTM

TutorialsTutorials


Component Flags

ComponentFlag

Visual BasicVBA

Visual LISP SamplesVLS

Visual LISP TutorialsVLT

Run ScriptsAfter creating a script, you move it to a server or use a mapped drive letter ora UNC (universal naming convention) path. If you place it on a server forusers to run, create a share on the server, and then add users to the share withthe rights they need. Because all that users need to do is run the script, provideread-only access to the share directory.

Next (on the same server or on a different server), create a directory for eachproduct you want to install. Choose a location for this directory that won'tbe changed so that you can point to the MSI files in your scripts. Copy theproduct CD(s) to that directory. You may also want to create directories forservice packs, extensions, and your own customization tools.

You can use any of the following methods to run an installation script:

■ Run the script manually at each individual workstation. To run theinstallation, paste the script into the Run dialog box or run it from theWindows command prompt.

■ Send an email with the UNC path to each user who should run the script.To run the script, the user follows your instructions.

■ Email the script to each user with instructions for use.

■ Set up the script so that it runs on login.

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Use Group Policies toInstall a Deployment

In this appendixWith group policies, you can advertise this program by

assigning the deployment to computers. ■ Introduction

■ Distribute a DeploymentThrough Group PoliciesIn order for AutoCAD to run properly, the following software

must be installed on the computer where the program is being

installed:

■ Assign a Deployment toComputers

■ Verify the Installation of aDeployment

■ Microsoft .NET 2.0 (available on the product CD)

■ Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6.0 Service Pack 1 or

later (You can download Microsoft Internet Explorer from

the Microsoft website by visiting www.microsoft.com).

■ Microsoft Installer Package (MSI) 3.1

■ Macromedia Flash™ Player 9.0

■ Autodesk DWF Viewer® 7.0

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■ Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC) 2.7, Service

Pack 1

78 | Appendix B Use Group Policies to Install a Deployment

IntroductionWith group policy objects, this program can be advertised to any computerthat is part of Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server ActiveDirectory environments.

Assign a Deployment Using Group Policies

Assign a deployment that was created during the deployment process by theInstallation wizard to a computer. Assigning a deployment to a computerinstalls the program the next time the computer is restarted.

A deployment that is assigned to a computer can be used by any user of thatcomputer. Generally, you should assign the program to a computer if thecomputer is used by a large number of users.

NOTE Autodesk products are designed to be installed on a computer so that anyuser who logs on to the computer can run the software. If you attempt to assignthis program for a specific user rather than a computer, you may encounterproblems when a second specified user tries to install or uninstall a copy of theprogram.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Using GroupPolicies

The following table outlines the advantages and disadvantages of using grouppolicies.

Advantages and disadvantages of group policies

DisadvantageAdvantage

■ Cannot pass command-line parameters toMSI executable. The solution is to usescripts.

■ Works well with the deploymentfunctionality of the Installationwizard.

■ Cannot customize application settingsother than what is set while creating adeployment with the Installation wizard.

■ Easy to add custom files throughthe deployment functionality ofthe Installation wizard.

■ Deployed to workstation.

■ Simple to implement.

Distribute a Deployment Through GroupPolicies

There are three main steps to distributing this program through group policies.

1 Create an application distribution share point. The applicationdistribution share point is created using the Deployment wizard. Followthe steps outlined in Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a Deployment(page 29) to create a deployment.

2 Assign the program to a computer.

3 Verify the installation. Make sure that the program has been correctlyinstalled.


Assign a Deployment to ComputersWhen the program is assigned to a computer, it is available to all users of thecomputer. The following procedures must be run from the server that hasaccess to the Windows 2003 Server, Windows XP or Windows 2000 ActiveDirectory for assigning this program to computers.

To assign a deployment to a computer


Administrative Tools ➤ Active Directory Users and Computers.

2 In the Active Directory Users and Computers window, right-click theorganizational unit where you want to create the group policy object.Then click Properties.

The Properties dialog box for the organizational unit you selected isdisplayed.

NOTE In order for the group policy object to take effect, the computer objectsmust be located in the organizational unit you have selected.

3 In the Properties dialog box, on the Group Policy tab, click New. Entera name for the group policy object. For example, enter AutoCAD ComputerAssigned Installation.

The group policy is created and is added to the Group Policy Object Linkslist.

4 In the Group Policy Object Links list, click the policy you just created,and then click Edit.


■ For Windows 2003 Server: In the Group Policy Object Editor window,under Computer Configuration, click the plus sign (+) next to theSoftware Settings folder to expand it.

■ For Windows 2000 Server: In the Group Policy window, underComputer Configuration, click the plus sign (+) next to the SoftwareSettings folder to expand it.

6 Under Software Settings, right-click Software Installation, and then clickProperties.

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7 In the Software Installation Properties dialog box, on the General tab,click Browse.

8 In the Browse for Folder dialog box, locate the application distributionshare point created in the Deployment wizard, and select the AdminImagefolder. Then click OK.

The Software Installation Properties dialog box displays (in UNC format)the default package location, the server name, the shared folder that youselected, and AdminImage. For example:

\\server123\Deployment\AdminImage


■ For Windows 2003 Server: On the General tab, under New Packages,click Advanced to specify a method to be used when a new packageis created. This method also allows the transform file created by theDeployment wizard to be selected.

■ For Windows 2000 Server: On the General tab, under New Packages,click Advanced Published or Assigned to specify a method to be usedwhen a new package is created. This method also allows the transformfile created by the Deployment wizard to be selected.

10 Click OK to close the Software Installation Properties dialog box.


■ For Windows 2003 Server: In the Group Policy Object Editor dialogbox, under Software Settings, right-click Software Installation, and clickNew ➤ Package.

■ For Windows 2000 Server: In the Group Policy dialog box, underSoftware Settings, right-click Software Installation, and click New ➤

Package.

12 In the Open dialog box, make sure the Windows Installer Packages file(acad.msi) is selected, and click Open. This default selection is theapplication distribution share point that you set earlier.

If you created the administrative image in a location different from theapplication distribution share point, find the administrative imagelocation, and click acad.msi.

13 In the <product name> Properties dialog box, click the Deployment tab.Under Deployment Type, verify that Assigned is selected.

14 On the Modifications tab, click Add.


15 In the Open dialog box, click the transform package file (.mst) createdby the Deployment wizard, and then click Open.

If you created the administrative image in a location different from theapplication distribution share point, find the administrative imagelocation and select the transform package file (.mst).

16 In the <product name> Properties dialog box, on the Modifications tab,the transform package you selected is added to the Modifications list.Click OK.

NOTE You must select the transform package file created by the Deploymentwizard when you created the group policy object. You cannot add or removetransform package files after the group policy object has been created. If youfail to select a transform package file, the program cannot be installed on theclient computer.


■ For Windows 2003 Server: In the Group Policy Object Editor window,under Computer Configuration, click Software Installation. The newlycreated program package is displayed in the right pane.

■ For Windows 2000 Server: In the Group Policy window, underComputer Configuration, click Software Installation. The newly createdprogram package is displayed in the right pane.


■ For Windows 2003 Server: Close the Group Policy Object Editorwindow and any other open Active Directory windows.

■ For Windows 2000 Server: Close the Group Policy window and anyother open Active Directory windows.

This program is assigned to all computers that are members of theorganizational unit for which the group policy object has been created. Thenext time a computer in the organizational unit is restarted, the program willbe installed and will be available for all users of the computer. See Verify theInstallation of a Deployment (page 84) to validate that the group policy hasbeen created correctly.

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Verify the Installation of a DeploymentAs a computer is restarted, the operating system displays messages about grouppolicy, generally just before or after the Windows Login dialog box is displayed.These messages include the following:

■ Windows starting up

■ Applying computer settings

■ Installing managed software <application>

■ Applying software installation settings

■ Loading your personal settings

■ Applying your personal settings

From a Windows XP or Windows 2000 workstation, users log in under theorganizational unit or computer for which the group policy has been created.

NOTE If problems arise, an entry is logged in the system's Event Viewer underApplications.

Verify That the Program Is Assigned to a Computer

To verify that this program has been correctly assigned to a computer, restarta computer that is in the organizational unit for which the group policy wascreated. The program is installed before the login prompt is displayed. Afterlogging in, double-click the program icon on the desktop. A second-timeinstallation begins. At the completion of the installation, the program starts.


Distribute the ProductUsing Imaging Software

In this appendixThe following information is provided for those who use

imaging software, such as Norton Ghost, to create a master ■ Use a Master Image toDistribute Multi-Seat

image to distribute Autodesk products. Once created, the Stand-Alone Products toMultiple Systems

master image is then replicated to other computers throughout

your facility.

■ Use a Master Image toDistribute NetworkLicensed Products toMultiple Systems

Care needs to be taken since the use of imaging software can

result in the following situations:

■ Restore the Master Image

■ Clean a Master System andRestore the OperatingSystem

■ Conflicts with the product licensing

■ Incomplete installations and problems with activation

NOTE If you are experiencing licensing instability in a SATA

RAID environment, using imaging software to distribute

Autodesk products can cause product activation problems,

such as “Activation code limit exceeded” when you attempt

to activate.

C

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Use a Master Image to Distribute Multi-SeatStand-Alone Products to Multiple Systems

You can distribute the product using a master image for a multi-seatstand-alone product.

NOTE When using Norton Ghost, you must use the -ib switch to include the bootsector in your master image. Consult your imaging software for more details onincluding the boot sector as part of the master image.

Master images should not be created if you’ve previously run Autodesk productson the master computer. Cleaning the system may be necessary. See Clean aMaster System and Restore the Operating System (page 89).

To distribute a multi-seat stand-alone product to multiple computersusing a master image

1 Create a network deployment for a multi-seat stand-alone product. Formore information, see Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a Deployment(page 29).

2 Install the Autodesk product from the deployment onto the mastercomputer.

3 Do one of the following on the master computer:

■ Create a master image, including the boot sector. Test the product ona machine other than the master computer before distributing theproduct. Launch the product on the other machine, and register andactivate it. Users have a 30-day grace period to register and activatethe product on their machines.

■ Launch and customize the product as necessary. Create a master imageand distribute it to users. If users’ computers are connected to theInternet, the product is automatically activated. Users whosecomputers are not connected to the Internet have a 7-day grace periodto register and activate the product.

4 Apply the master image to the target computers.

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Use a Master Image to Distribute NetworkLicensed Products to Multiple Systems

You can distribute the product using a master image for a network licensedproduct.

To distribute a network licensed product to multiple computers usinga master image

1 Create a network deployment for a network licensed product. For moreinformation, see Use the Installation Wizard to Set Up a Deployment(page 29).

2 Install the Autodesk product from the deployment onto the mastercomputer.

NOTE A license server must be running, and each computer must beconnected to the network in order for the product to obtain a license.

3 After the Autodesk product has been installed, use imaging software tocreate a master image of the system's hard drive.

4 Apply the master image to the target computers.

Restore the Master ImageThe following procedure assumes that you have saved a copy of eachworkstation’s Software Licenses folder (and Product Licenses folder, if present)to either another workstation or a DVD before you reformat the workstation.

To restore a product using a master image

1 Exit the application. Do not run the application again until after youhave completed this procedure.

2 In Windows Explorer, copy the Software Licenses folder from theappropriate path shown below to a location other than the disk that willbe restored.

C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Autodesk\SoftwareLicenses

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3 Reformat the workstation and restore the master image.

NOTE Do not perform a low-level format of the hard drive.

4 Copy the Software Licenses folder that you created in step 2 to its originalworkstation and location on that workstation.

NOTE When you restore the disk image, any files that were altered are put backin their original state and ready to use again. The license files are preserved, andno reactivation of products is necessary.

Clean a Master System and Restore theOperating System

If you have already run the Autodesk product on the master computer, themaster computer should be properly cleaned first.

To clean a master computer and restore the operating system

1 Clean the hard drive, including the boot sector.

For example, if you use Norton’s GDISK utility, use the followingcommand:

gdisk 1 /diskwipe

Where 1 is the hard disk that is being wiped.

NOTE If you use a utility other than Norton Ghost, make sure that it cleansthe boot sector; otherwise, you will not be able to activate Autodesk products.

2 Create a new partition and use the restore CD or product CD to installthe operating system.

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Glossary

activate Part of the Autodesk software registration process, it allows you torun a product in compliance with the product's end-user license agreement.

Active Directory A directory service from Microsoft that is part of Windows2000 and Windows 2003 Server.

administrative image A collection of shared file resources created by theDeployment wizard and used by deployments to install the program to networkworkstations. Service packs (patches) can be applied to an administrative imageusing the Deployment wizard.

advertising A pull technology that notifies users of an updated softwareproduct that is available for installation. Users typically double-click a shortcut(or do a similar operation) to complete the installation of the advertisedproduct.

AutoCAD startup accelerator (acstart17.exe) A runtime process that canaccelerate the initial startup of AutoCAD.

deploy The process of installing an Autodesk product to one or morecomputers on a network.

deployment A link to a unique MST (Microsoft Transform) file that serves asa basis for an installation. Using the Deployment wizard, administrators cancreate multiple deployments that result in different types of installations forusers.

directory service A network service that identifies all resources on a networkand makes them accessible to users and applications. Resources include emailaddresses, computers, and peripheral devices such as printers. Ideally, thedirectory service should make the physical network topology and protocolstransparent so that a user on a network can access any resource withoutknowing where or how it is physically connected. Virtually all directory servicesare based on the X.500 ITU standard.

FLEXlm License management technology from Macrovision Software, Inc.FLEXlm provides administrative tools that help to simplify management of

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network licenses. FLEXlm can be used to monitor network license status, resetlicenses lost to a system failure, troubleshoot license servers, and updateexisting license files.

group policy Microsoft server technology that provides a way to do pushinstallations and advertising-based installations using standard Microsoft 2000Server administration components.

installation image A deployment that consists of an MSI file, any associatedtransforms, additional user-specified custom files, and profile and registrysettings.

MSI Microsoft installer that supports a variety of parameters that can bescripted.

MSP Microsoft patch file (see patch).

MST Microsoft transform file. Modifies the components installed by the MSIfile. For example, the Deployment wizard creates an MST file with the settingsthat you specify. The deployment created by the Deployment wizard uses theMST file in conjunction with the MSI file and MSIEXEC to install the programon local workstations.

multi-seat stand-alone installation A type of installation where multiplestand-alone seats of the program are installed using a single serial number.

partial profile A profile that contains partial registry informationcorresponding to a subset of the options available from the Files tab of theOptions dialog box.

patch A software update to an application.

power user A user with rights to access and write to the Program Files folderand the HKEY_Local_Machine folder of the registry.

pull technology An installation technology that requires user interaction tocomplete the installation.

push technology An installation technology that installs files to a remotedesktop without any user interaction.

scripting The process of using scripting languages such as VB Script to facilitatethe deployment of software packages.

service pack Autodesk terminology for an application patch.

silent installation An installation that proceeds without any explicit userinput. No dialog boxes are presented that require interaction from the user.

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SMS Microsoft Systems Management Server. A tool that helps administernetworked machines by allowing remote configuration, push deployments,and user administration. SMS is an expensive technology that must bepurchased as an additional server.

transform See MST.

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Index

A

acstart17.exe file 91activation 2, 34

multi-seat stand-aloneinstallations 2

of stand-alone installation types 34stand-alone installations 2

Active Directory 91additional files 45

installing 45administrative images 10, 12, 20, 49,

60, 91creating 10, 12defined 91file for. See acad.msi filemerging service packs into 49MSI files. See acad.msi filepointing users to (deployment

shortcut) 60system requirements 20

advertising deployments 79, 91defined 91using group policies 79

applicationsadvertising. See advertising

deploymentsassigning. See assigning deploymentspublishing. See publishing

deploymentsassigning deployments using group

policies 79, 81, 84to computers 79, 81, 84

verifying assignments 84to users 79

Autodesk products 7, 10, 20, 32–33, 50–51, 58, 60

advertising. See advertisingdeployments

deployments of. See deployments ofAutodesk products

enabling/disabling updates 50–51

network registration 7personalizing 32–33registering 7, 58serial numbers 10system requirements 20uninstalling 60

C

CAD Manager Channel 52CAD standards (custom feature for

stand-alone installation) 14, 42cleaning computer hard drives 89client computers. See client workstationsclient installations 10, 12, 39–41, 65, 92

setup types (featureconfigurations) 39–41

silent installations 65, 92specifying location 10, 12, 40See also network installations

client log file 33–34location 33–34

client workstations 20, 79, 81, 84, 91advertising deployments on 91assigning deployments to 79, 81,

84installing the program on. See network

installationssystem requirements 20

communication protocols 20–21system requirements 20–21

computers. See client workstationsconfiguring 8, 12

installation with Installationwizard 12

license servers 8custom installations 32, 39, 41, 73

feature choices 41scripts for 73

creating 73selecting 32, 39

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Customer Error Reportingnotification 54–55

Customer Experience ImprovementProgram participation 54

customizing 12installation 12

D

database access tools 14, 41–42installing 14, 41–42

DC Online tab (DesignCenter) 53, 55access to online resources 53turning DesignCenter Online

on/off 55deploying Autodesk products 20, 91

defined 91system requirements 20

deployment of Autodesk products 9, 16distributing deployments 9methods 16network shares and 16

Deployment wizard 2, 10, 29, 31creating deployments 2setting up deployments 10, 29, 31tasks 29

deployments of Autodesk products 2, 10, 25, 29–31, 48–49, 56–57, 59, 79–80, 84, 91

advertising 79, 91using group policies 79

assigning. See assigning deploymentsusing group policies

confirming setup information 56–57

creating (setting up) 2, 10, 29, 31distributing, through group

policies 80to dynamically evaluated computers.

See SMS (SystemsManagement Server)

file for. See MST (Microsoft Transform)files

including service packs 48–49

installingvia group policies. See group

policiesvia RIS. See RIS (Remote

Installation Services)via scripts. See installation scriptsvia SMS. See SMS (Systems

Management Server)See also network installations

modifying 31, 59overview 25to remote computers. See RIS (Remote

Installation Services)starting 30verifying group policy deployment

installations 84DesignCenter Online 53, 55

accessing content 53DC Online tab 53turning on/off 55

desktop shortcut icon 16, 46installing 16, 46

dictionaries for spelling checker 14, 41–42

installing 14, 41–42directory services 91distributed license server model 3, 36

defined 3selecting 36

distributing deployments through grouppolicies 80

distributing the Autodesk program 89Drawing Encryption utility 14, 41–42

installing 14, 41–42drives 89

cleaning 89

E

error reporting (to Autodesk) 54–55Customer Error Reporting (CER) 54–

55Ethernet network configurations 20Express Tools 14, 39–42

installing 14, 40–42optional installation 40

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extracting 49MSP files 49

F

file locations 43–44modifying 43modifying defaults 44using defaults 43–44

files 31, 45, 51, 82–83, 92installing additional files 45MSI files. See acad.msi fileMSP files 92MST files 31, 82–83, 92naming text files for patches 51

flags (in installation scripts) 73components flags 73

FLEXlm tools 91folders 1, 45, 91

Active Directory 91adding or deleting during

installation 45source directory 1subfolders 45

fonts 14, 41–42installing 14, 41program fonts 14, 42

G

GPOs. See group policy objectsgraphics adapters 22

system requirements 22group policies 79–81, 84, 92

advantages and disadvantages 80advertising deployments using 79assigning deployments using 79,

81, 84to computers 79, 81, 84to users 79

creating group policy objects 81defined 92distributing deployments

through 80editing group policy objects 81installation messages 84

verifying deploymentinstallations 84

H

hard disks 20, 89cleaning 89system requirements 20See also drives

hardware requirements 20administrative images 20client workstations 20license servers 20

Help 52InfoCenter search settings 52

host ID (license server) 6entering 6

I

imaging software 87–89InfoCenter 52

configuring search results 52installation directory 45

adding or deleting files 45adding or deleting folders 45

installation images 92defined 92

installation information 10, 12, 56–57log files 12saving 10, 56–57

installation messages about grouppolicies 84

installation packages. See softwareinstallation packages

installation scripts 63, 65–66, 72–73, 75, 92

components flags 73creating 65, 92for custom installations 73

creating 73running 75sample scripts 63, 65–66

silent installations 65typical installations 66

switches 72

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uses 63See also scripts

installation switch 72installation types 2Installation wizard 10, 12

configured installations 12setting up deployments 10, 12

installing 26, 39, 41, 45additional files 45feature choices 41optional tools 39, 41preliminary tasks 26

installing programs (network) 89cleaning computers before 89imaging software 89via group policies. See group policiesvia RIS. See RIS (Remote Installation

Services)via scripts. See installation scriptsvia SMS. See SMS (Systems

Management Server)See also client installationsSee also network installations

installing programs (stand-alone) 89cleaning computers before 89imaging software 89

installing utilities 4–5Network License Activation utility 5Network License Manager 4

Internet (Web) 52searching 52

Internet Explorer (Microsoft) 20–21, 46, 63

modifying defaults 46Service Packs 21system requirements 20, 63

L

license files 6–7insert new file options 7modifying 6overwriting existing file options 7save location 7

license servers 3, 8–9, 20, 35–37See also network license installations

configuring 8models 3, 35–37saving configurations 9system requirements 20

Live Update 50–51enabling/disabling Autodesk product

updates 50–51lmgrd.exe (license manager daemon) 8–

9path to 8running as a service 9starting on system startup 9

log files 33types 33See also client log fileSee also network log files

M

master images 87–88Materials library 39–41

installing 39–41Materials Library 14

installing 14messages, group policy installation

messages 84Microsoft .NET 63

system requirements 63Microsoft Installer (MSI) files 82, 92

defined 92selecting 82

Microsoft Internet Explorer 20–21, 63Service Packs 21system requirements 20, 63

Microsoft Patch (MSP) files 92defined 92

Microsoft Scripting Engine 63Microsoft Systems Management Server. See

SMS (Systems ManagementServer)

Microsoft Transform (MST) files 31, 82–83

Microsoft Windows. See Windows(operating system)

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Migrate Custom Settings utility 15, 41–42

installing 15, 41–42modifying 31, 59

deployments 31, 59MS Advertising. See advertisingMSI (Microsoft Installer) files 92Msiexec.exe file 92MSP (Microsoft patch) files 49, 92

defined 92extracting 49

MST (Microsoft Transform) files 31, 82–83, 92

in deployments 31See also deployments of Autodesk

productsmulti-seat stand-alone installations 2–

3, 34–35, 38, 87, 92imaging software 87license server model 3registration data 35selecting 2, 38

N

naming 51text files for patches 51

network adapters 6, 20network interface cards 20selecting 6

network administration, Quick Start 1network deployments. See deployments of

Autodesk productsnetwork installations 2, 10, 20, 25–26,

34–37, 56–57, 65, 92confirming setup 56–57to dynamically evaluated computers.

See SMS (SystemsManagement Server)

preliminary tasks 26to remote computers. See RIS (Remote

Installation Services)saving installation information 10,

56–57silent installations 65, 92system requirements 20

types 2, 34–37selecting 2, 35–37See also network license

installationsvia group policies. See group policiesvia scripts. See installation scriptsSee also client installations

network interface cards 20system requirements 20

Network License Activation utility 5–6installing 5–6

network license installations 2, 34–37, 88

imaging software 88license server models 35–37selecting 2, 35–37

Network License Manager 4, 20, 34installing 4stand-alone installation types

and 34system requirements 20

network license servers. See license serversNetwork Licensing Guide, accessing 3network log files 10, 33–34

location 10, 33–34network shares 9–10, 16

creating 9–10deploying Autodesk products

with 16New Features Workshop 15, 41–42

installing 15, 41–42notification 54–55

resolved errors 54–55

O

OpenGL drivers 20system requirements 20

operating systems 20, 89client workstation requirements 20license server requirements 20restoring 89system requirements 20

optional tools 39, 41

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P

partial profiles 92patches (service packs) 21, 48–49, 51,

92extracting 49including in deployment 48–49naming text files for 51system requirements 21

personal information 10, 12, 32–33entering 10, 12, 32–33

physical network adapters 6selecting 6

pointing devices 20client workstation requirements 20

Portable License utility 15, 41–42installing 15, 41–42

power users 92processors 20

system requirements 20products. See Autodesk productsprofiles 46, 92

default names 46partial profiles 92

pull technology 92See also advertising

push technology 92

Q

Quick Start 1network administration 1

R

RAM 20system requirements 20

redundant license server model 3, 37defined 3selecting 37

Reference Manager 15, 41, 43installing 15, 41, 43

Register Today pages (Deployment) 58completing 58

registering and activating Autodeskproducts 7, 58

Remote Installation Services. See RIS(Remote Installation Services)

reporting errors 54–55resolving reported errors 54–55restoring 88–89

installation from master images 88operating systems 89

rules. See collections (of Autodesk softwaredistribution rules) (SMS)

S

sample files 15, 43saving 10, 56–57

installation information 10, 56–57screen display 20

client workstation requirements 20scripts 63

system requirements 63See also installation scripts

search paths 43–44modifying defaults 43–44using defaults 43–44

searching 52InfoCenter settings 52

serial numbers (for Autodeskproducts) 10

entering 10servers

license. See license serversSMS. See SMS (Systems Management

Server)service packs. See patches (service packs)setup.exe files 65

location 65shortcut icons 16, 46

desktop shortcut icon 16silent installations 65, 92

defined 92sample script 65

single license server model 3, 35defined 3selecting 35

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SMS (Systems Management Server) 93collections (of rules) for. See

collections (of SMSdeployment distributionrules)

collections. See collections (ofAutodesk softwaredistribution rules)

defined 93installation packages. See SMS

packagessoftware installation packages. See SMS

packagessoftware installation packages 31, 82–

83, 92MSI files. See acad.msi fileMST files 31, 82–83, 92SMS. See SMS packages

software patches. See patches (servicepacks)

stand-alone installations 2, 34, 38, 58, 63

registering 58scripting 63selecting 2, 38See also client installations

starting 9, 30deployment process 30lmgrd.exe license manager daemon

on system startup 9startup accelerator 91

definition 91subfolders 45Subscription Center 53, 55

accessing 53turning on/off 53, 55

system requirements 20, 63administrative images 20client workstations 20Internet Explorer 20, 63license servers 20network installations 20scripts 63

Systems Management Server. See SMS(Systems Management Server)

T

TCP/IP protocol 21text editors (multiline text) 16

default 16text files 51

naming for patches 51textures 40–41

installing 40–41transform files (MST files) 31, 82–83, 92transforms. See MST (Microsoft Transform)

filestutorials 15typical installations 39–40, 66

scripts for 66sample script 66

selecting 40

U

uninstalling 60programs 60

uninstalling the program 60users, assigning deployments to 79

V

VBA support 41, 43installing 41

VBA Support tutorials 15VBS (installation script) files 65verifying group policy deployment

installations 79, 84video cards 22

system requirements 22video display. See screen display

W

Web browsers 20client workstation requirement 20

Windows (Microsoft) 20–21Service Packs 21system requirements 20

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wizards 12Installation wizard 12

workstations, client. See clientworkstations

102 | Index