This is a question for both AutoCAD and Civil 3D (multiple versions). If you can help with one or the other it would be appreciated.
I have started moving a number of files to a common network location. The same drive letter exists in two offices on a local server, where I keep identical folder structures. I have user areas and common areas. This way, if a user has to work in either office, their CUI(x) and other customizations follow them and the fonts, linetypes, etc. are also identical.
I have tried creating deployments to reflect these, but I cannot get the proper setup to run. So I have exported ARG files and have a script that replaces certain folder location with the network folders, including substituting the %USERNAME% into the path for the network user files.
Recently, I have started working on setting up a newer version and feel like I am almost starting from scratch. In addition, I do not know for sure which files can be shared between versions and which cannot.
I know my templates need to be version specific, especially for Civil 3D as the last thing you want to try is using the wrong version or one with no styles. And for some files, like images or icons, I can use for any version.
Adding to the confusion is that during a normal install, in addition to files going into the All Users folder structure, some files go into an area included in the RoamableRootFolder while others go into the LocalRootFolder - both of which, by default are under the %USERPROFILE% location. However, many of these files seem like they should be in the All Users folder structure - like templates.
So I am looking for any advice from other CAD Managers who have more experience who can share some of their knowledge and practices. TIA