This appendix summarizes the content you’ll find on the DVD. If you need help with copying the items provided on the DVD, refer to the installation instructions in the “Using the DVD” section of this appendix.
The following sections are arranged by category and provide a summary of the content you’ll find on the DVD. If you need help with installing the items provided on the DVD, refer to the installation instructions in the “Using the DVD” section of this appendix.
In the Chapters directory you will find all the sample files for completing the tutorials and understanding concepts in this book.
The video files are stored in a Movies folder. The movies show how I sculpted some of the example files used in the book as well as demonstrations of specific ZBrush features and techniques.
You will also find two bonus chapters on GoZ and ZBrush plug-ins, as well as the sample files for these chapters on the DVD.
To complete the core exercises of this book, you need ZBrush version 4R2b or higher. Image-editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop or Corel Painter, will be helpful but not absolutely required for some sections. GoZ, which is explored in a bonus chapter found on the DVD, requires Autodesk Maya. However, you can also use Luxology modo, MAXON’s CINEMA 4D, or Autodesk® 3ds Max®. Hardware requirements are a PC or Mac running ZBrush with a gigabyte or more of RAM. The more RAM you have, the better results you can get with ZBrush.
Make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements shown in the following list. If your computer doesn’t match up to most of these requirements, you may have problems using the files on the companion DVD.
For the most up-to-date information, check www.pixologic.com/zbrush/system.
While it is possible to use a mouse with ZBrush, a Wacom or other digital tablet will enable you to paint and sculpt naturally. It is essential to use some form of Wacom tablet, be it a Cintiq or a standard Intuos, with ZBrush.
For best results, you’ll want to copy the files from the DVD to your computer. To copy the items from the DVD to your hard drive, follow these steps:
The DVD interface appears. The interface allows you to access the content with just one or two clicks. Alternatively, you can access the files at the root directory of your hard drive.
Wiley has attempted to provide programs that work on most computers with the minimum system requirements. Alas, your computer may differ, and some programs may not work properly for some reason.
The two likeliest problems are that you don’t have enough memory (RAM) for the programs you want to use or that you have other programs running that are affecting the installation or running of a program. If you get an error message such as “Not enough memory” or “Setup cannot continue,” try one or more of the following suggestions and then try using the software again:
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