PSU Blast Image Config is a software that allows for the cloning and restoration of OS X disk images, as well as additional functionality not specifically mentioned.
PSU Blast Image Config (aka "BIC") is a robust software solution that allows you to quickly restore and configure a Macintosh to a known state. The tool's purpose is to automate the build process, making it as seamless and straightforward as possible. PSU uses BIC to perform initial installations of the base OS and applications on all of its lab and kiosk Macs.
One of the standout features of "PSU Blast Image Config" is the ability to configure and set the Open Firmware security, which safeguards your Mac against unauthorized access via single (root) user mode or booting from external devices. BIC also permits you to set the date and time, restore a master disk image with exceptional speed, and configure the network settings on the restored disk via ncutil. The network settings you can configure include the IP Address (DHCP or Manual (Static)), Subnet Mask & Router, DNS Servers, and Network Names (Computer and Local).
Another great feature of BIC is the ability to change the startup disk to the restored disk. The software is extensible through pre- and post-restore scripts, which allows for customized configurations. Moreover, you can specify default and autorun settings via a preference file, adding even more flexibility to the tool.
To use PSU Blast Image Config, you must meet the following requirements: Mac OS X 10.2.2 and higher, including Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger), and be logged in with an administrator account. Additionally, if you want Open Firmware security, the Macintosh computer to clone must be capable of supporting it. Keep in mind that Open Firmware security settings are machine specific and not stored on the hard disk. Lastly, ncutil MUST be installed if you want to configure the network settings on the restored disk.
The latest release of BIC includes some significant improvements, such as the ability to erase the network preferences file on the restored disk before creating a new one. Additionally, BIC now performs more robust network preferences configuration and has updated error checking for command line tool exit values for REALbasic 2007.
While there is a known issue where BIC may crash 1 launch out of 10 on Intel Macs when autorunning, this issue will likely be resolved shortly.
In conclusion, PSU Blast Image Config is an incredibly powerful software solution that saves time, effort, and potentially costs for users. The tool provides users with exceptional flexibility and robust features while being easy enough to use for even the most inexperienced of users.
One of the standout features of "PSU Blast Image Config" is the ability to configure and set the Open Firmware security, which safeguards your Mac against unauthorized access via single (root) user mode or booting from external devices. BIC also permits you to set the date and time, restore a master disk image with exceptional speed, and configure the network settings on the restored disk via ncutil. The network settings you can configure include the IP Address (DHCP or Manual (Static)), Subnet Mask & Router, DNS Servers, and Network Names (Computer and Local).
Another great feature of BIC is the ability to change the startup disk to the restored disk. The software is extensible through pre- and post-restore scripts, which allows for customized configurations. Moreover, you can specify default and autorun settings via a preference file, adding even more flexibility to the tool.
To use PSU Blast Image Config, you must meet the following requirements: Mac OS X 10.2.2 and higher, including Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger), and be logged in with an administrator account. Additionally, if you want Open Firmware security, the Macintosh computer to clone must be capable of supporting it. Keep in mind that Open Firmware security settings are machine specific and not stored on the hard disk. Lastly, ncutil MUST be installed if you want to configure the network settings on the restored disk.
The latest release of BIC includes some significant improvements, such as the ability to erase the network preferences file on the restored disk before creating a new one. Additionally, BIC now performs more robust network preferences configuration and has updated error checking for command line tool exit values for REALbasic 2007.
While there is a known issue where BIC may crash 1 launch out of 10 on Intel Macs when autorunning, this issue will likely be resolved shortly.
In conclusion, PSU Blast Image Config is an incredibly powerful software solution that saves time, effort, and potentially costs for users. The tool provides users with exceptional flexibility and robust features while being easy enough to use for even the most inexperienced of users.
What's New
Version 2.7.0b1: N/A