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NOTE Users must have Read permissions to access the network share and administrative permissions on the workstation where this program is installed. ■ Scripting. A script executes a command or a set of commands. Scripts are similar to batch files but are more flexible. Installation scripts are most useful for stand-alone installation of programs on computers that are connected to a network. Scripts are also useful for installing service packs, extensions, and object enablers on a network. ■ Group Policy Objects (GPOs). With group policy objects, this program can be advertised to any Windows XP or Windows Vista computer that is part of a Windows 2003 Server Active Directory environment. Autodesk products are designed to be installed on a computer so that any user who logs on to the computer can run the software. If you attempt to assign this program for a specific user rather than a computer, you may encounter problems when a second specified user tries to install or uninstall a copy of the program. ■ Microsoft SystemCenter Configuration Manager (SCCM). You can deploy Autodesk software using Microsoft® System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). When you use SCCM to deploy Autodesk software, you set up the source directory using the Deployment wizard. The Deployment wizard creates an administrative image that is used by SCCM to distribute the Autodesk software to the target systems. The location where you perform the administrative installation becomes the location of the package source directory. ■ Imaging Software. You can use imaging software, such as Norton Ghost, to create a master image to distribute Autodesk products. Once created, the master image is then replicated to other computers throughout your facility. Care needs to be taken since the use of imaging software can result in conflicts with the product licensing, incomplete installations, and problems with activation. Set Up a Deployment The deployment process provides you with numerous options for creating, and customizing your deployments, so you should set aside ample time to complete the process in one sitting. To be successful it is recommended that your review the following checklist and information before you begin. The deployment process is initiated from the Deployment wizard. Once a deployment is created, users then access the deployment to install products to their computers. Preliminary Tasks for a Network Deployment The deployment checklist gives you a quick summary of the type of information you should be familiar with before begin. When you have completed these tasks, you are ready to create a deployment. Deployment Checklist You have reviewed the system requirements. You must make sure that your network, servers, and client workstations meet the system requirements. You understand the type of license you've purchased. If you plan a network license deployment, you should also be familiar with the type of license server model you want to use and the license server names. You have installed and activated any supporting tools and utilities. You have located your product serial number and product key. The serial number and product key are located on the outside of the product packaging, or in the email you received if you downloaded your product. 34 | Chapter 3 Installation