NetScanTools Pro USB Version

About NetScanTools Pro USB Version

NetScanTools Pro USB Version 11.x is a portable version of the application that is entirely contained on a USB Flash Drive. There is no need for installation, simply plug the flash drive into a Windows computer USB port, allow Windows to recognize it, and then launch NetScanTools Pro from the flash drive.

Benefits of using NetScanTools Pro USB Version

• All the same tools as the 'installed' version of NetScanTools Pro but with your results and data saved on the USB flash drive.
• Installation is not required to use the software, simply plug in the drive, locate nstpro.exe and run it**.
• Digitally signed NetScanTools Pro is preinstalled on a fast 16GB USB 3 or 2 flash drive.
• It runs on any Windows 8/7/2008/Vista/2003/XP computer with an accessible USB port. Win8/7/Vista support details are here.
• Perfect for technicians who work with many computers.

**Windows 7/2008/Vista users: Requires Administrator Privileges for use, ie. right click and select 'Run as administrator'. This is a requirement of the WinPcap packet driver.

NetScanTools Pro USB Version Pricing

New Licenses

• $299 for a new license preinstalled on a 16GB USB 3/USB 2 flash drive. Shipping cost is extra. SKU# PROUSB
• $259 for a new license installed by the end user on their own fast USB flash drive. Interaction with our tech support is required to do the install. SKU# PROUUSBSFW

Sidegrade Licenses

'Sidegrade' means that the user already a licensed NetScanTools Pro v11 installed version on a desktop or laptop.

• $95 for a v11 'sidegrade' to USB version license preinstalled on a 16GB USB 3/USB 2 flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v11 registered users only--this does not replace your 'installed' v11 license. This is a one for one license offer. Shipping cost is extra. SKU# PROUSBSP
• $79 for a v11 'sidegrade' to USB version license installed by the end user on their own USB flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v11 registered users only--this does not replace your 'installed' v11 license. This is a one for one license offer. Interaction with our tech support is required to do the install. SKU# PROUUSBSP

Upgrade Licenses

'Upgrade' means that the user already a licensed NetScanTools Pro v1-v10 either on USB or installed on their desktop or laptop.

Upgrade USB v10.x to USB v11.x. You already have USB v10x flash drive license.

• $179 for a USB version upgrade from v10.x to the current 11.x USB version license. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v10.x USB Version registered users only who did not keep their maintenance plan current. SKU# PROUSBUPGSFW

Installed version 1-v10 upgrade to USB v11 (you do not currently have a USB version 10.x flash drive license)

• $200 for an upgrade from installed version v1-v10 to USB version 11.x license preinstalled on a 16GB USB 3/USB 2 flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v1-v10 (2000-2005 versions) registered users only. This is a one for one license offer. Shipping cost is extra. SKU# PROUGUSB
• $189 for an upgrade from installed version v1-v10 to USB version 11.x license installed by the end user on their own USB flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v1-v10 (2000-2005 versions) registered users only. This is a one for one license offer. Interaction with our tech support is required to do the install. SKU# PROUUSBUPGSF

How to Buy NetScanTools Pro USB Version

• You can order NetScanTools Pro preinstalled on a USB drive if you are ordering from and delivering to a US address. Please visit our reseller:
  
• You can order a download of the file set, then put it on your own flash drive - you will need a FAST flash drive (USB flash drives are not created equally and speed varies considerably between models even within the same manufacturer.). You will have to email with us to activate the licensing. This is a great option for those outside the US. Please visit our reseller:
  
• If you are located outside the USA and you want to purchase the software preloaded on a USB flash drive, please contact us directly to order. Outside the US - this is a physical shipment of a USB flash drive including software. All customs duties, taxes, VAT and shipping costs are the responsibility of the purchaser.
• If you want to order by phone or purchase order, please contact us directly to order.

Frequently Asked Questions about NetScanTools Pro USB Version

• How do I run the software on Windows 8, 7 or Windows Vista? Right click on nstpro.exe and select 'Run as administrator' -- you must do this so that features that use WinPcap work.
• Are the executable files digitally signed? Yes, all executable files are digitally signed so that you can be sure of their origin.
• I already have an installed NetScanTools Pro v11 license. Does the USB license replace it? No, we treat them as separate licenses -- they are separate programs. We can synchronize the maintenance plans if you desire for a substantial cost savings.
• Why can't I just put the regular installed version on a USB Flash Drive? It won't work because all settings are saved in the Registry of the computer originally installed on and the program will not be portable, ie. it will not work on another computer because those registry settings are not present. Also, WinPcap must be installed on the computer.
• Are there any speed issues with running from a USB Flash Drive? Yes. USB Flash Drives are slower than hard drives so you will notice a certain amount of delay in repainting some of the tool windows as you switch between them. Since we save files to the USB drive instead of the hard drive, any of those read/write operations will be slower.
• Does this version of NetScanTools Pro leave any tracks on the computer it was used on? We have worked to make sure that does not happen and to the best of our knowledge it should not. However, be aware that the operating system does keep a record of all USB devices ever plugged into it in the registry and it keeps a record of most recently used programs. If you want to be completely anonymous you will have to edit the registry to remove those tracks.
• I own a license for the current version of NetScanTools Pro. Why is there a cost for the USB version? We are supplying a physical USB Flash Drive. The binary files are different between the two versions and are mostly incompatible. Both the USB and Installed versions are released within days of each other so that the version numbers and functionality remains the same.
• Are there any functions in the installed version that do not work in the USB version? To the best of our knowledge all functions operate the same.
• Can I put other things on the USB Flash Drive? Yes, but be careful not to fill it up or the programs may not work properly.
• Can I move NetScanTools Pro to another flash drive? Yes, but it does require our assistance. You are licensed to have this software on one USB Flash Drive.
• Can I make a backup of the contents of the USB Flash Drive? Yes, we strongly encourage backups. The backup is only for yourself and must not be shared.
• How do I make a backup? Copy the whole drive contents to your backup media after you have completed the product registration process -- a CDR is recommended. We can help you restore it to another drive if necessary.
• Is there a maintenance plan for this version? Yes, the terms and conditions are the same as for the installed version. Your maintenance plan begins at that time of receipt of the USB flash drive.
• I already have v11 with an active maintenance plan. If I get the USB version can I synchronize the maintenance plans so that they both expire at the same time? Yes, we can provide special pricing at substantial savings so that both plans will have the same expiration date.
• What if I lose the USB Flash Drive? There will be a replacement fee to cover the drive cost and a new license key issued. Make a backup so you can reduce the cost and time it takes to get the program up and running again.