Installing Reflex Disknet Pro using drive imaging software

Reflex Magnetics KnowledgeBase Print	Friday 12th May, 2006

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problem

Reflex Disknet Pro: Installing Reflex Disknet Pro using drive imaging software

Unable to install Reflex Disknet Pro Client software as part of a drive image.

symptoms

It is often desirable to install Reflex Disknet Pro Client software as part of the operating system drive imaging process. Applications like Norton Ghost and Drive Image are often used to produce standard operating system builds.

cause

Each Reflex Disknet Pro Client installation requires a unique instance to provide authentication with the Reflex Disknet Pro Server.

solution

It is possible to install Reflex Disknet Pro using drive imaging software providing the following steps are completed. 1) Install the desired client operating system. 2) Install the Reflex Disknet Pro Client software as required including server credentials and standard install components. 3) Delete the Machine.UID and Snap.dat files located in C:\program files\Reflex\Disknet\Profiles folder. 4) Complete the drive image cloning process.

Last Reviewed: 09/08/2005

article posted: Tuesday 9th August, 2005