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Last Review: May 6, 2010

NetScanTools Pro USB Version is a portable application entirely contained on a USB Flash Drive. There is no need for installation, simply plug the flash drive into a Windows computer USB 2.0 port, allow Windows to recognize it, and then launch NetScanTools Pro from the flash drive.

NetScanTools Pro is an integrated collection of internet information gathering utilities for Windows. Use it to research IP addresses, hostnames, domain names, email addresses, URLs automatically or with manual tools.

NetScanTools Pro USB Version Benefits

  • The software is preinstalled on a fast 4GB flash drive.
  • No installation required.
  • Use the program on any Windows 7/2008/Vista/2003/XP/2000 computer with an accessible USB 2.0 port. Win7/Vista support details are here.
  • Perfect for technicians who work with many computers.
  • Only digitally signed NetScanTools Pro and supporting programs are installed on the USB drive.
Windows 7/2008/Vista users: Requires Administrator Privileges for use. This is a requirement of the WinPcap packet driver.

USB Version Pricing

  • $349 for a new license preinstalled on a 4GB flash drive. Shipping cost applies.
  • $95 for a v10 'sidegrade' to USB version license preinstalled on a 4GB flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v10 registered users only--this does not replace your 'installed' v10 license. This is a one for one license offer. Shipping cost applies.
  • $200 for a v1-v9 upgrade to USB version license preinstalled on a 4GB flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Pro v1-v9 (2000-2004 versions) registered users only. This is a one for one license offer. Shipping cost applies.
  • $299 for a NetScanTools Standard v1-v5.1 upgrade to USB version license preinstalled on a 4GB flash drive. This price is for existing NetScanTools Standard registered users only. This is a one for one license offer. Shipping cost applies.

How do I buy it?

  • You can order NetScanTools Pro preinstalled on the USB drive online if you are ordering from and delivering to a US address. Please visit our reseller:
  • If you are in another country or you want to order by phone or purchase order 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.

USB Version FAQs

  • How do I run the software on Windows 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 v10 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.
  • Is the USB Flash Drive U3 capable? No, U3 is not required to run a portable application and is not necessary for NetScanTools Pro operation. The current flash drive we supply is ReadyBoost compatible.
  • Can we buy an installer and use it to install NetScanTools Pro USB Version on our own USB drive? No, we need to be sure that certain speed standards are met. USB flash drives are not created equally and speed varies considerably between models even within the same manufacturer.
  • 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 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. **Techmentor SF/Orlando 2008 Ultimate USB Security Stick did not include a maintenance plan.
  • I already have v10 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.

 

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NetScanTools Pro Installed Version EULA is here.

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