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#AA Pro without CD-ROM?

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#50535From: Ellison CapersJul 21, 1993 10:56 PM
I am considering upgrading from AutoDesk Animator to AA Pro. However, I do not currently have a CD-ROM. I have been planning to get one in the next 6-12 months, hoping that they will get faster and cheaper. Can anyone tell me if AA Pro is reasonably functioanl without being able to access the library on the CD-ROM? Or is it pretty much pointless to get it without being able to access the CD-ROM? Thanks, Ellison
#50558From: Gus GrubbaJul 22, 1993 2:27 AM
After getting a couple of fonts out of the CD ROM and into my Hard Disk, I very rarely need the CD. Granted I use 3DS' CD quite a lot. It all depends. But… go for it. You will be able to do everything without the CD. By the time you do get a CD player you will have access to a ton of different fonts, maps, backgrounds, etc.
#50717From: Ellison CapersJul 22, 1993 8:07 PM
Thank you very much. This is very helpful to me. Ellison
#50602From: Yost GroupJul 22, 1993 10:19 AM
All functional programs are on floppies. The CD-ROM contains graphic samples that are not needed to operate the programs. – Jack
#50718From: Ellison CapersJul 22, 1993 8:07 PM
Thanks, Jack.
#50614From: David RhotenJul 22, 1993 10:45 AM
>>I am considering upgrading from AutoDesk Animator to AA Pro. I hope you're aware of the upgrade program tha Autodesk is currently offering — AA to AApro for $147. Call 1-800-435-7771 and mention promotion E45. The promotion expires August 31. Dave
#50716From: Ellison CapersJul 22, 1993 8:07 PM
That's why I'm considering getting it now, Dave. 🙂 I was planning to wait a while, but this looks like too good a deal to pass up.
#50786From: David RhotenJul 23, 1993 10:34 AM
Just thought I'd make sure! Wouldn't want you spending any more than you have to, would we?<g> Dave
#50784From: Nik Grant [adesk]Jul 23, 1993 10:26 AM
I agree with Gus. Your main "loss" for not having the CD will be access to the PostScript fonts. As Jack says, the program's on the floppies. Nik