The product can be installed as a single-seat or multi-seat deployment, and use a stand-alone or network license.
The following table lists some of the advantages and disadvantages of the different installation methods and licenses available.
| Licensing Type |
Single-seat Install |
Multi-seat Deployment |
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Stand-alone
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Pros
- Install can be tailored for each user’s needs
- Each user is assigned a separate license; works well for users that need to work in remote locations
Cons
- Custom settings and files must be applied individually to each install
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Pros
- All installs are identical for each user
- Custom settings and files can be applied as part of the deployment
- Each user is assigned a separate license; works well for users that need to work in remote locations
- Installs can be performed using Group Policies
Cons
- Installs cannot be tailored for each user, unless features are removed after the install has been completed
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Network
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Pros
- Install can be tailored for each user’s needs
- Licenses are pooled together and accessed from a license server; can reduce costs if not all licenses are needed at the same time
- Licenses can be borrowed on an as needed basis for those who need to travel occasionally
Cons
- Custom settings and files must be applied individually to each install
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Pros
- All installs are identical for each user
- Custom settings and files can be applied as part of the deployment
- Licenses are pooled together and accessed from a license server; can reduce costs if not all licenses are needed at the same time
- Licenses can be borrowed on an as needed basis for those who need to travel occasionally
Cons
- Installs cannot be tailored for each user, unless features are removed after the install has been completed
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Once installed, the product must be activated within 30 days of its first use. The activation process used depends on the type of licenses that were upgraded or purchased.
Note: You have 30 days to remove your previous release of the product after installing an upgraded version under the terms and agreement of the latest release unless you are on the Autodesk Subscription program.