Autodesk Navisworks 2013 Installation Guide April 2012
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Contents Chapter 1 Installation Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2 Stand-Alone Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Prepare for Stand-Alone Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 System Requirements for Stand-Alone Installation . . . . . . . . . 4 Install Microsoft .Net Framework 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Understand Administrative Permission Requirements . . . . . . . 6 Specify License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Network Administration and Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Plan a Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Check Deployment Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Requirements for a Deployment . . . . . . . . . Determine the Installation Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . Determine the License Server Model . . . . . . . . . . . Include Service Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Create a Network Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where can I check if service packs are available for my software? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How do I choose between 32-bit and 64-bit deployments? . . Where do I find my server name? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What is an administrative image (MSI) file? . . . . . . . . . . How do I extract an MSP file? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How should I configure a network license server for a firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Installation Process 1 The following diagram shows the major parts of the installation process for Autodesk Navisworks 2013 products: When you run the Installation wizard, there are several installation paths you can take: ■ Install is recommended for individual users or small groups. The key point is that you will repeat the installation process on each computer. This is the only valid installation type for a stand-alone license, but it can also be used with a multi-seat stand-alone or network license.
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Stand-Alone Installation 2 Stand-alone installation is recommended for individual users or small groups. The key point is that you will repeat the installation process on each computer. For a stand-alone license this is the only valid installation type, but it can also be used with a multi-seat stand-alone or network license. For information about installing network-licensed or multi-seat stand-alone versions of the program, see Network Administration and Deployment (page 19).
System Requirements for Stand-Alone Installation The first task you need to complete is to make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements. If your system does not meet these requirements, problems can occur, both within Autodesk Navisworks and at the operating system level. Whether your Windows operating system is the 32-bit or the 64-bit version, the version is automatically detected during installation. See the following table for hardware and software requirements.
Hardware and software requirements for client machine 1920 x 1080 32-bit color video display adapter with true color (recommended) Graphics Card Direct3D 9® and OpenGL® capable graphics card with Shader Model 2 (minimum) Hard disk 18.5 GB free disk space for installation Pointing device Microsoft® Mouse-compliant pointing device DVD-ROM Any speed (for installation only) Optional hardware Printer or plotter Modem or access to an Internet connection Network interface card Install Microsoft .
NOTE If the Installation wizard prompts you to install the Microsoft .NET 4.0 Framework, the .NET 4.0 Framework installer may prompt you to first install the Windows Imaging Component (WIC). This can occur if you do not have the latest Microsoft Windows updates or service packs. You are most likely to need WIC if you are running Windows XP SP2 without certain Windows Updates installed. If required, the Microsoft WIC installers are available at the following locations: ■ 32-bit installer: http://www.
■ A network license supports a specified number of users who are connected to a network. The Network License Manager is installed on one or more servers on the network to manage the distribution of licenses to users. If you are using a network license, choose the server configuration for the Network License Manager that was specified at the time of license purchase: ■ Single License Server. One server manages all licenses on the network. ■ Distributed License Server.
Using Language Packs Language packs support use of different languages in each Autodesk Navisworks product, including exporters. Pack names start with NAVFREE_, NAVSIM_, NAVMAN_, and exporters_ respectively. NOTE You must install at least one language pack for each product. It is possible to install additional language packs to Autodesk Navisworks products later. You can manually install the required language packs by double-clicking on the language pack MSI file.
The information you enter is permanently retained with the product. Because you can’t change this information later without uninstalling, take care when entering the information. To review this product information later, in the InfoCenter box, click the down arrow next to the Help button ➤ About Autodesk Navisworks 2013. NOTE If you have lost your serial number or product key, contact your local Autodesk office for assistance.
Configuration On the Install ➤ Configure Installation page, for any product you have selected to install, you will see a triangular control for access to a configuration panel. Click anywhere in the product box to open the configuration panel: ■ Installation Type. If you choose a Typical installation (default settings) the product installs the most common application features. A Custom installation installs only the application features that you select from the Select Features To Install list.
NOTE For Autodesk Navisworks exporter plugins, you can change which plugins are installed. Indicates the third-party software already installed on your computer. Indicates plugins for the third-party software, that are either not installed or have not been detected by the Installation wizard. Select the check boxes next to all required plugins. If the third-party software has not been detected by the wizard, you can manually enable the plugins for it.
4 On the Product Information page, use the Product Language drop-down if required (see Change Product Language (page 7)). IMPORTANT After you leave the Product Information page of the installer, the menu for selecting a language or adding a language pack is disabled. If you later decide to change the language or add a language pack, you cannot go back to the Product Information page and use the menu.
NOTE If you do not agree to the terms of the license and want to terminate the installation, click Cancel. 4 On the Product Information page, add language pack(s) from the Product Language drop-down, if required (see Change Product Language (page 7)). IMPORTANT After you leave the Product Information page of the installer, the menu for selecting a language or adding a language pack is disabled.
run Autodesk Navisworks from the Start button or from the desktop shortcut icon. If you want to create a custom shortcut, make sure that the Start In directory for the shortcut points to a directory where you have write permissions. NOTE If you installed Autodesk Navisworks with one or more language packs, then when it is started, by default, it uses the language that best matches the settings on your computer. You can also launch Autodesk Navisworks in another of the supported languages.
folder named Autodesk Navisworks in Italian language: "C:\Autodesk Navisworks\roamer.exe" -lang it-IT NOTE To run the product in a different language you must have already installed the corresponding language pack. 3 Click OK to save the changes. Add or Remove Features You can add or remove Autodesk Navisworks 2013 features at any time.
Indicates a feature that was not originally marked for installation, but was added to the installed feature list. Indicates an installed feature that is chosen for removal. NOTE If you need to revert to the Autodesk Navisworks 2013 features that you selected in your original installation, click Cancel. Click Update. 4 On the Update Complete page, you are informed when the updates have been performed. Click Finish.
NOTE ReinstallAutodesk Navisworks 2013 repairs the registry and reinstalls all files from the original installation. Use this option if the RepairAutodesk Navisworks 2013 option does not solve the problem. 5 On the Repair Complete page, click Finish. Uninstall Autodesk Navisworks 2013 When you uninstall Autodesk Navisworks 2013, all components are removed.
Activate Products When you run Autodesk Navisworks 2013 for the first time, you will be asked to activate the product. This does not apply to Autodesk Navisworks Freedom. If your computer is connected to the Internet, your computer can communicate directly with Autodesk to complete the activation process. If your computer is disconnected from the Internet, you can activate later when you are connected.
Network Administration and Deployment 3 This section provides step-by-step instructions for installing network-licensed or multi-seat stand-alone versions of the Autodesk Navisworks Manage and Autodesk Navisworks Simulate2013. Plan a Deployment A deployment provides an efficient way to install one or more Autodesk products with a standard configuration on multiple computers.
Center Configuration Manager (SCCM): SMS_SCCM_ReadMe.txt and _SCCM.txt. Check Deployment Readiness This checklist identifies preliminary tasks to complete, information to gather, and decisions to make before creating a network deployment. TIP To review deployment settings, including details of product configuration, you can create a test deployment. After the learning process, you can delete the test deployment.
Deployment Checklist Close all other programs and disable anti-virus software. Decide what languages you will include in your administrative image, and what languages you will use for your deployment package. NOTE Languages can be included when you initially create a deployment, or when you create a new deployment configuration, but not when you modify a deployment. Determine whether to create log files on individual computers, in the deployment folder, or both.
Before you begin installing the program on a network, make sure that your servers and client workstations meet the minimum recommended hardware and software requirements for a deployment. Whether the Windows operating system is the 32-bit or the 64-bit version is automatically detected when installing Autodesk Navisworks. You can choose which versions of Autodesk Navisworks will be installed. See the following tables for administrative image, license server, and client workstation system requirements.
Hardware and software requirements for client machine Memory (RAM) 512 MB (minimum); 2 GB or more (recommended) VGA Display 1280 x 800 VGA with true color (minimum) 1920 x 1080 32-bit color video display adapter with true color (recommended) Graphics Card Direct3D 9® and OpenGL® capable graphics card with Shader Model 2 (minimum) Hard disk 18.
Hardware and software requirements for the network license server (Windows) Hardware/Software Requirement ■ Windows Vista Ultimate ■ Windows Vista Business ■ Windows Vista Home Premium and Basic (32-bit) ■ Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit) Microsoft® Windows XP SP2 or later (32-bit or 64-bit) ■ Windows XP Professional ■ Windows XP Home Windows Server SP1 or later (32-bit or 64-bit) ■ Windows 2008 Server R2 ■ Windows 2008 Server ■ Windows 2003 Server R2 ■ Windows 2003 Server Computer/p
Determine the Installation Type When you set up your deployment, you specify the installation type by target platform and license type. Target Platform Specify either a 32-bit or 64-bit platform, depending on the operating system of the computers that will use the deployment. For some Autodesk products, you can install a 32-bit version on a 64-bit operating system. License Type Specify one of the following license types, based on the type of license you purchased: ■ Network License.
Determine the License Server Model If you chose the Network License option, you need to know which license server model will be used to distribute the product licenses. This was specified as one of the following when the license was purchased: ■ Single license server model. The Network License Manager (NLM) is installed on a single server, so license management and activity is restricted to this server. A single license file records the total number of licenses available on the server.
Two options are available for including service packs in deployments: ■ Append the Service Pack onto the Deployment. When you append a service pack, the service pack is applied to the current deployment only. Multiple service packs may be appended to a deployment. The service pack file is included in the deployment and the service pack is applied after the product is deployed. ■ Merge the Service Pack into the Administrative Image MSI File.
To include a service pack with the deployment 1 ■ On the Configure Deployment page, click the product name to open the configuration panel. ■ In the Service Packs area, click the Add button. ■ In the Open dialog box, locate the service pack you want to include with the deployment. ■ Select the MSP file and click Open. ■ Specify whether you want to append the service pack to the deployment or merge the service pack into the administrative image.
access the network share and administrative permissions on the workstation where the program is deployed. If you select the option to create a network log file, then during installation, the user's computer writes an entry to the log file in the network share. Therefore, this option requires that users have read-write access to the network share. To create your network share 1 For Windows 7, Vista and XP, on the desktop of your network server, create a folder named Deployments.
To install your Network License Manager 1 In the Autodesk Navisworks 2013Installation wizard, click Install Tools and Utilities. 2 On the Configure Installation page, select Network License Manager and click Install. NOTE You can accept the default installation path (C:\Program Files\Autodesk) or Browse to specify a different path. If you enter a path that does not exist, a new folder is created using the name and location you provide. WARNING Do not install the Network License Manager on a remote drive.
To configure your license server 1 Do one of the following: ■ (Windows XP) Click Start ➤ All Programs ➤ Autodesk ➤ Network License Manager ➤ LMTOOLS. ■ (Windows Vista and Windows 7) Double-click the LMTOOLS icon on the desktop. 2 In the Lmtools program, on the Service/License File tab, select the Configure Using Services option. 3 Click the Config Services tab. 4 In the Service Name list, select the service name you want to use to manage licenses. By default, the service name is FLEXnet Service 1.
11 Click the Start/Stop/Reread tab and do one of the following: ■ If a service has not yet been defined for Autodesk, click Start Server to start the license server. ■ If a service for Autodesk is already defined and running, click ReRead License File to refresh the Network License Manager with any changes made to the license file or Options file. The license server starts running and is ready to respond to client requests. 12 Close lmtools.exe.
log files with which you can monitor information about deployments and installations. ■ Network log. The network log file keeps a record of all workstations that run the deployment. The log lists the user name, workstation name, and the status of the installation. Refer to this file for status information and details about problems that users encountered during installation (for example, low disc space or inadequate permissions). The network log is named with the same name you chose for your deployment.
Change Deployment Language You can select a different language for deployment instructions, and a language for product installations in the same deployment process. NOTE Language packs can only be included in an administrative image during the creation of the deployment and not during modification. When you start the deployment process, the installer automatically determines your operating system language. If a supported language is detected, your deployment pages are displayed in that language.
Language packs are located on the installation DVD and unpacked downloaded media under the x86 folder for 32-bit products and under the x64 folder for 64-bit products. ■ Language packs for specific products are included in the NAVFREE, , NAVSIM, NAVMAN, and NWEXPORT subfolders of x86 and x64 folders.
API Contains the Component Object Model interface for customizing and extending the functionality for Autodesk Navisworks Manage and Autodesk Navisworks Simulate. Example NWD files Contains various feature sample files. Batch Utility Contains an add-in to run and schedule commands. This is not available for Autodesk Navisworks Freedom. Sample RPCs Contains several Rich Photorealistic Content files. This is not available for Autodesk Navisworks Freedom .
To select the Project and Site folders 1 On the Configure Installation page, click the product name to open the configuration panel where you can review and change settings. 2 In the Project Folder box, click the Browse button to select the directory that contains the Autodesk Navisworks settings specific to a project group. 3 In the Site Folder box, click the Browse button to select the directory that contains the Autodesk Navisworks settings standard across the entire project site.
Service Packs You can include service packs in your deployment. See Include Service Packs (page 26) for more information.
3 On the Configure Deployment page, Administrative Image section, specify the following data: a In the Deployment Configuration Name field, enter a descriptive name for the deployment that identifies the user group, platform, or other attribute to differentiate this deployment from others. The name you enter here is the name of the shortcut users will access to install the product.
■ Workstation Log. Log file on each workstation can enable users to review and troubleshoot their own installations. ■ Network Log. Log file in a central location supports the network administrator in reviewing data for all installations. NOTE The network log file must be in a shared folder where users of the deployment have read-write access. Otherwise, log data for user installations cannot be written to the log file.
others. The name you enter here is the name of the shortcut users will access to install the product. b In the Administrative Image Path field, enter the path to your existing shared network location, or use the Browse button to navigate to that location. This area is where you create and store your administrative image. Users install the program from this location. NOTE If you do not know how to create a network share, see Create a Network Share (page 28).
NOTE The network log file must be in a shared folder where users of the deployment have read-write access. Otherwise, log data for user installations cannot be written to the log file. For more information regarding log files, refer to Specify Log File Locations (page 32). 5 Click Next. 6 On the Product Information page, use the Product Language drop-down if required (see Change Deployment Language (page 34)). 7 Select a License Type (page 25) and enter your Serial Number and Product Key.
■ Create a new deployment configuration that uses an existing deployment as a template ■ Modify the configuration of an existing deployment The installer pages guide you through the process, similar to when creating an original deployment. If your original administrative image was set to include only products required by the deployment configuration, then your options for creating or modifying the deployment are limited.
the instructions need to include the location of the deployment and instructions about double-clicking the shortcut to the deployment. Overview of Distribution Methods You can use the following alternative methods of distributing Autodesk Navisworks . You can choose from several methods of distributing an Autodesk program. Network sharing is the default method. ■ Network Share. Users launch the program with the shortcut icon that you created with the Deployment wizard.
Installation Questions 4 This section provides answers to some frequently asked questions about installation and deployment. For additional advice and assistance, go to Autodesk Support, and search the Knowledgebase for your product. General Installation Questions This section provides answers to some frequently asked questions about installation.
Can I install Autodesk products from a website? Several Autodesk websites are being set up to support product downloads, including Subscription, Education, eStore, My Account, and the Trial site. On each site where downloads have been implemented, you have a choice of several download methods to suit different requirements. If you want to install products directly on your computer, you can use a Web Installer.
To register and activate Autodesk Navisworks 2013 1 Click Start ➤ All Programs ➤ Autodesk ➤ Autodesk Navisworks 2013 ➤ Autodesk Navisworks 2013. 2 In the Autodesk Navisworks 2013Product Activation wizard, select Activate the Product, and then click Next. This starts the Register Today process. 3 Click Register and Activate (Get an Activation Code). 4 Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions.
How can I check my graphics card driver to see if it needs to be updated? It is recommended that you ensure your computer has the most current graphics card driver for the best possible display performance. To identify your graphics card driver 1 Start Autodesk Navisworks 2013. 2 In the InfoCenter box, click the down arrow next to the Help button ➤ System Info. The Autodesk Navisworks 2013 information dialog box opens.
When performing a Typical installation, what gets installed? A Typical installation of Autodesk Navisworks 2013 includes the following features: Redistributable ActiveX Control Contains Autodesk Navisworks Redistributable ActiveX control. API Contains the Component Object Model interface for customizing and extending the functionality for Autodesk Navisworks Manage and Autodesk Navisworks Simulate. Example NWD files Contains various feature sample files.
TIP When you configure global options, you can lock some of the options to prevent users from editing them later on local machines. To create a locked global options file, run the stand-alone Options Editor from the command line by typing “drive:pathname\OptionsEditor.exe” -l. The Options Editor opens with the locking facility. To share settings on a site and project basis 1 Create appropriate Site and Project directories and subfolders in a central location to be accessed by other Navisworks users.
How do I change which exporter plugins are installed? For Autodesk Navisworks exporter plugins, you can change which plugins are installed by clicking on an exporter plugin to open the configuration panel on the Configure Installation page of the Installation wizard. Indicates the third-party software already installed on your computer. Indicates plugins for the third-party software, that are either not installed or have not been detected by the Installation wizard.
same administrative images, and the shortcuts can reside in the same folder. Any subfolders inside a shared folder are automatically shared. For more information on network shares, see Create a Network Share (page 28). When should I select all products for the administrative image, and can I add products later? If you include all products in your deployment, the administrative image will be larger, but you will be able to modify the deployment or create new ones without restrictions.
How do I choose between 32-bit and 64-bit deployments? You have a choice of selecting 32-bit or 64-bit deployment. This choice controls which operating system the deployment is targeted at, NOT what sort of products to include in the deployment. ■ Selecting 32-bit deployment gives you a choice of 32-bit products, and will only install on 32-bit operating systems. ■ Selecting 64-bit deployment gives you a choice of 32-bit and 64-bit products, and will only install on 64-bit operating systems.
MSP file from the executable, run the patch program from the Windows command prompt using the /a switch. The syntax is as follows: \.exe /a. See also Include Service Packs (page 26). How should I configure a network license server for a firewall If you have a firewall between the license server(s) and the client computers, you need to open some TCP/IP ports on the server for license-related communication. Open port 2080 for adskflex, and open ports 27000 through 27009 for lmgrd.
more computers than the number of licenses you have purchased. For example, you can purchase 25 licenses but install them on 40 computers for ease of access. At any one time, products can run on the maximum number of computers for which you have licenses. This means you get a true floating license. A network licensing system can also be configured to allow users to borrow a license for a limited time to use on a computer disconnected from the network.
How do I install tools and utilities after installing my product? Run the installer again from the original media, and click Install Tools & Utilities on the first screen. The installer guides you through the process of selection, configuration and installation of tools and utilities. When should I reinstall the product instead of repairing it? Reinstall your product if you accidentally delete or alter files that are required by the program.
Glossary 5 activate Part of the Autodesk software registration process, it allows you to run a product in compliance with the product's end-user license agreement. administrative image A collection of shared file resources created by the deployment process and used to install the program to network computers. deployment The process of installing Autodesk products to one or more computers on a network. hot fix Autodesk terminology for a minor application patch that contains a few code fixes.
silent mode An installation that proceeds without any explicit user input. No dialog boxes are presented that require interaction from the user.
Index A activation 45 administrative image L 52 license server models license types 6, 54 6 C M configuration defaults 55 multiple-user installation 19 D N default installation 55 deployments modifying 52 distributed license server Download Manager 46 network deployment 19 network license 54 usage reports 55 Network License Activation 29 Network License Manager 29 network share 28 6 G glossary 57 I InfoCenter 47 installation 9 default settings 55 deployment 19 deployment issues 51 general que
W U uninstall product upgrade 18 60 | Index 56 web-based installation 46
