We are changing our format again. From this point forward we will attempt to address all of the markets we serve in a single publication. This cuts down the number of e-mails we are sending, thus reducing what some may consider Spam. These newsletters are NOT Spam and in many cases it is the only way we have of keeping everyone informed of important dates such as software retirements and price increases.

The newsletters will be broken into five sections. These sections are:

General This section will have information that crosses all disciplines. Here you will find things like special computer pricing, information on network security services, document management solutions and announcements about Autodesk Retirement and Subscription Programs.

AEC This section will have information for Architects, Civil Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Surveyors, Building Contractors and Highway Construction

GIS This section will have information for GIS Specialists, Land Planners, Developers, Emergency Management and Response and most anyone making maps in both the government and private sectors

Manufacturing This section will have information for Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical Engineers and Draftspersons

Training This section will contain our training schedules and information on training across all disciplines

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General

Protect Your Data and Your Network

If you have concerns about data backup and recovery you should give us a call. Our Network and Operating System Specialist, Barry Thaxton will be happy to meet with you and discuss any and all issues. Barry only has about thirty years experience working with computers and computer networks.

Autodesk Subscription Only Software

This list keeps expanding. You need to be very aware of this because if you are using a Subscription Only software then you have no way to keep your software current unless you buy the Subscription.

Here is the list of Subscription Only software .

• AutoCAD Map
• Civil 3D
• Revit Architecture, MEP and Structural (all Suites)
• utoCAD MEP

Autodesk 2005 Product Retirement

On March 14, 2008 , Autodesk will be retiring upgrades from the following products:

• AutoCAD LT ^® 2005
• AutoCAD ^® 2005
• Autodesk ^® Raster Design 2005
• Autodesk ^® Architectural Desktop 2005
• Autodesk ^® Land Desktop 2005
• AutoCAD ^® Mechanical 2005
• AutoCAD ^® Electrical 2005
• Autodesk Inventor ^® Series 9
• Autodesk ^® VIZ 2005

Act now and save:

Keep up-to-date with Autodesk ^® Subscription. Get full technical support, the latest product enhancements, and self-paced online training.

Architecture, Engineering and Construction

Google Earth Extension Now Available for AutoCAD 2008-Based Products

The Google Earth" Extension for AutoCAD® 2008, AutoCAD® Architectural 2008, and AutoCAD® Civil 3D® 2008 software applications is now available for beta testing on the Autodesk Labs website.

This is a public beta (no non-disclosure agreement is required) and we would appreciate your customers valuable feedback while they explore this new application.

This publishing tool is designed to specifically meet the needs of architects, designers, and engineers using Autodesk products. With the easy-to-use, wizard-driven interface, users can publish their 3D models directly from AutoCAD into Google Earth.

From the planning process all the way through to public approval, everyone involved in a project can now view and navigate it in the context of the rich, interactive Google Earth environment. Other benefits allow you to:

• Deliver high-impact presentations at planning board meetings or public hearings
• Streamline the preliminary project planning process
• Share conceptual plans with clients as they develop
• Connect everyone involved in a project from the planning stage through to public approval

This is way cool stuff!!

3D Implementation and Training

Never have we had such power and never has it been so necessary to plan how your organization will implement the new Autodesk products. We truly want to be your business partner and we are offering some of our time to sit down with you to discuss this issue.

Yes you may be busy BUT technology is not slowing down. Now is the time to make the time to talk with us.

AutoCAD for Architects Promo.

Trade in AutoCAD for AutoCAD Architecture. If you have AutoCAD 2006, 2007 or 2008 you can upgrade to AutoCAD Architecture 2008 for a next to nothing.

From AutoCAD 2006 - $895.00 plus Subscription

From AutoCAD 2007/2008 - $250.00 plus Subscription

RevitUp

Upgrade your AutoCAD Architecture or Architectural Desktop to Revit Architecture 2008 and AutoCAD Architecture 2008.

From AutoCAD Architecture 2008 $1,795.00

From Architectural Desktop 2007 $1,895.00

From Architectural Desktop 2007 $2,295.00

From Architectural Desktop 2007 $2,945.00

AutoCAD Civil 3D Training Vouchers

Purchase path Voucher Value

Autodesk Civil 3D New Seat ORCompetitive Trade-Up to Autodesk Civil 3D $400

Autodesk Civil 3D Crossgrade (from LDT/Map/ACAD license on Sub) $300

Autodesk Civil 3D Crossgrade (from LDT/Map/ACAD license NOT on sub) $200

Call for details.

Civil 3D Crossgrade from Land Desktop

Another deal to hot to pass up. Prices are good until October 15 ^th

Land Desktop 2008 to Civil 3D $695.00 plus Subscription

Land Desktop 2007 to Civil 3D $1,095.00 plus Subscription

Land Desktop 2006 to Civil 3D $1,195.00 plus Subscription

GIS

Mountain CAD and Engineering Perfection

Mountain CAD and Engineering perfection are pleased to announce that they have joined forces. This combination of talent will allow both companies to pursue bigger projects and provide you our customers with the highest level of service possible.

Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise 2008 Launches July 5

The English version of Autodesk MapGuide® Enterprise 2008 software is scheduled for FCS on July 5. Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise offers a powerful platform for distributing spatial information quickly, easily, and cost-effectively over the web. Maximize the value of design and spatial data by enabling information sharing with customers and internal teams, and integrating with enterprise applications. Based on MapGuide Open Source, Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise software offers simple deployment and flexible development options.

Now faster than ever, the new release provides significant performance and stability enhancements. This up-to-date, standards-based web mapping platform offers customers and systems integrators the scalability, speed, and reliability to confidently adopt this innovative technology and migrate from existing server platform deployments.

In addition, Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise 2008 provides:

Improved scalability through integrated load-balancing support

Better data connectivity with support for unmanaged data resources

The ability to publish data natively and directly to the Google Earth" application

Enhanced cartographic output, including user-defined symbology

Simplified API (Application Programming Interface) calls

Usability enhancements to the AJAX viewer

Component updates to FDO 3.2.2 and PHP 5.2.1

Tighter integration with AutoCAD® Map 3D and AutoCAD® Raster Design software

Take Advantage of ESRIs Virtual Classroom

ArcGIS users can now access ESRI instructor-led training from the comfort of their own workspace. This new training option combines live personal instruction from an experienced ESRI instructor with the convenience of attending class through a desktop Web browser. Call Rex for more information.