Replacing a unique identifier in a cloned computer system using program module that runs only once during the next boot sequence
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Mar 18, 2003
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Sep 30, 1999
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A system and method for generating a unique identifier for a computer system is disclosed. A master computer system is prepared for duplication and configured to execute a startup program on the next boot-up sequence. The master computer system is then shut down and duplicated. On the first boot-up of the copy or 'clone' computer system, a new unique identifier is created and used to replace all instances of the old unique identifier that was associated with the master computer system. Finally, a setup wizard component is executed to finish configuring the clone computer system in accordance with the customer's personal information making the system ready for commercial use.
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