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Portable FW drive is a nice if more $$$ option
Authored by: webbix on Aug 17, '04 05:15:11PM

While I would like to get my network setup for Netboot I have not spent the time to figure out the details (does all software need to be on the boot image? Can I just give InDesign to my DTP people, etc?)

My solution currently for adding new machines is a portable FW drive. I have an older unit that has a funky chipset (MoMo Bay) so it is not great for just storage. It is only a little larger than a pack of cards though and easy to carry. I connect via FW cable, no power needed for these drives and boot with option. I can then apply any software updates, add new software then use the disk utility to wipe/partition the HD. I use 'psync' or CCC to duplicate.

Any hints on netboot basics, quick start appreciated!!



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