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Sorry, codeblue! I'm referring to WinINSTALL LE here for: - applying modifications to avoid using switches. - disabling installation of some components. - embeding registry tweaks and registration data of the user. - eliminating components like shortcuts and so on.. I don't recommend using it for large applications like MS Office with the method explained on the site you've mentioned. Instead, I'd prefer editing MSIs of MS Office, which I'm on my way to it. Thanks for your contribution.

With MST files, you still need to register and use switches. With MST files, you are still worried about the correct directories and putting all files together. But here, you are one-click away from all things. Here, you have only this in your batch: start /wait %...%\...\program.msi Also, it's a matter of minutes to modify, a matter of seconds to install!

I usually highlight a component and choose "Not Available" to disable its installation. This is safe. But since the imported package is merely a copy, then be dead-hearted and go ahead. If problems occur when testing, import another copy. That's it! However, if you succeed, I'll be pleased to hear from you. I'll check your link soon to get the idea.

Does unpacking Ad-Aware help in solving the problem of the password?

Updates: ----------- ACDsee PowerPack 6.02 After installing ACDsee and rebootimg many times, I accidentally found a copy of "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.msi" in this directory: C:\WINDOWS\Downloaded Installations\{5070B132-9BB6-40A9-A24D-D5B909B5F864}\ If this is true to you, then you'll have an alternative place to import the package from without being worried about the reboot. It's not read-only, either. Adobe Reader 6.0 You can use this switch to extract the original package of Adobe Reader 6.0 instead of having to install it first for getting those two files: "F:\Viewers\Adobe Reader\Version 6.0\AR60en.exe" -ne You can use Start-->Run to do it. The directory is an example, of course!! The package would be extracted to this directory as it usually would: C:\WINDOWS\Cache\Adobe Reader 6.0\ENUBIG\ So, you can import the package from there. Still, you need to eliminate the read-only property. I haven't heard of such a switch before, but it really works. I got it from this post: http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?showtopic=17477

XtremeMaC , you are WANTED to replace this: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AudioCD\shell\play\command\"D:\Program Files\Winamp\Winamp.exe" %1 with this: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\AudioCD\shell\play\command\[ProgramFilesFolder]Winamp\Winamp.exe %1

I said that it's up to you. However, Winamp is not a public domain. And, I'd prefer to instruct people on how to modify their own copy not to distribute a modified copy. This is the point. Moreover, I respect Mac and I didn't mean he was bad. I know he's clever and spent much time to satisfy people at this forum. But, some warning makes no loss!

Nullsoft installer itself is open source, you know. I just wanted you to be careful about Winamp since it's copyrighted, you see. Usually, you are allowed to modify any application for your own use since it's not going to leave your computer. This is understood from almost all EULAs. However, it's all up to you. Thanks for the nice conversion to msi.

Well! What about this: 3. RESTRICTIONS ON USE. Licensee may not: (i) modify or create any derivative works of the Product; (ii) decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or otherwise attempt to (a) derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithms, structure or organization of the Product, or ( defeat, avoid, bypass, remove, deactivate or otherwise circumvent any software protection mechanisms in the Product (except to the extent applicable laws specifically prohibit such restriction); (iii) attempt to access or use the premium features of the Premium Product if Licensee has not paid the applicable fees or by any manner or method other than using the key provided by Nullsoft; (iv) redistribute, encumber, sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or otherwise transfer the Product or rights thereto; (v) use the Product to reproduce, display, perform, or distribute audio and/or video content in any manner that violates any U.S. or foreign laws or regulations or any third party's rights, including copyright, privacy or publicity rights, or other intellectual property right; (vi) use the Product in a timesharing or service bureau arrangement; or (vii) remove or alter any trademark, logo, copyright or other proprietary notices, legends, symbols or labels in the Product. The Nullsoft produced Skins that are provided with the Product may only be used with the Product and may not be used with any other media player or other third party product. Supply of this Product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute content created with this Product in revenue-generating broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or on commercially distributed physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com.

Microsoft promised 2 CDs for free, and I received them only five days after the order date. One of the Cds contains updates for WinXP including: - Service Pack 1a - WMP 9.0 series - DirectX 9 - & more... It, also, includes updates for Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98, and Windows 98 Second Edition (SE). If you haven't had those updates on your PC yet, here's where you order for free: http://www.microsoft.com/ireland/security/protect/order.asp Make sure you type your details correctly including your phone number and/or your cellular one.

XtremeMaC You are bound by Winamp EULA. It says that what you did is illegal. According to EULA, you will be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, U.S.A., excluding its conflict of law provisions. You may be sentenced to death. Wait for cops!

The Second Example ------------------------ Adobe Reader 6.0 Install Adobe Reader 6.0 the regular way, then go to: C:\WINDOWS\Cache\Adobe Reader 6.0\ENUBIG\ You should find these files over there: 0x0409.ini Abcpy.ini Adobe Reader 6.0.msi Data1.cab instmsia.exe instmsiw.exe Rdr60ENU.itw Rdr60ENU.mst setup.exe Setup.ini Press Ctrl+a on your keyboard to highlight all those file, then press Alt+Enter for properties. Uncheck the box "Read-Only", then press "Ok" to prepare files for possible modifications. Follow these steps: 1- Open WinINSTALL LE. (This is my version: Start-->Programs-->WinINSTALL LE 2003) 2- There should be three vertical panes. The pane to the left is called "Shortcuts" and has two components, "Start Page" and "Windows Installer Packages". Click "Windows Installer Packages". 3- Go to File-->Import Package...! The "Import Package" dialog box will appear. In the field "Package File", browse to "Adobe Reader 6.0.msi" in the directory mentioned above. In the field "Description", you must type something; like "AR6" or whatever you want. Since the file you've imported is accompanied by other files, you ckeck the box "Copy Package Source Files". Press "Ok". Press "Ok" again when the copying process is complete. By now, You should have got three files in: C:\Program Files\OnDemand\WinINSTALL\Packages\AR6\; "Adobe Reader 6.0.msi", "Adobe Reader 6.0.MXI", and "Data1.cab". You don't have to check them since they are not Read-Only files any more. They are ready for modifications without problems on saving. The other files are not needed for installation, as you can see! 4- Make sure that the package "AR6" in the middle pane is highlighted. In the lower part of the middle pane, make sure the title "General" is also highlighted. On the pane to the right, there should be three tabs; "Summary", "Advanced", and "Install Modes". On the "Install Modes" tab, check the box "Show basic user interface only (simple progress and error handling)". 5- In the lower part of the middle pane, click the title "Shortcuts". You should see six shortcuts. Delete all of them, one at a time. 6- Click the title "Registry". You should see two tabs in the pane to the right, "Add" and "Remove". On the "Add" tab, expand "My Computer", expand "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE", expand "SOFTWARE", expand "Adobe", and expand "Adobe Acrobat". Delete the key named "PrintMe", then delete the key "Adobe Acrobat" itself. A successful approach for deleting a registry key is to delete its sub-keys first. Now, expand "Acrobat Reader", then right-click the sub-key named "6.0". From the shortcut menu, choose "New Key" and name the new key "AdobeViewer". Right-click the new key you've just created, and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "EULA"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "1"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Expand "HKEY_CURRENT_USER", expand "SOFTWARE", expand "Adobe", expand "Acrobat Reader", then expand "6.0". Right-click the sub-key named "AdobeViewer" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "EULA"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "1"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Now, right-click the key "6.0" itself. From the shortcut menu, choose "New Key" and name the new key "Originals". Right-click the new key "Originals" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "bDisplayAboutDialog"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "0"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Again, right-click the key "Originals" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "iPageUnits"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "3"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Right-click the key "6.0" itself. From the shortcut menu, choose "New Key" and name the new key "Updater". Right-click the new key "Updater" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "bShowAutoUpdateConfDialog"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "0"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Again, right-click the key "Updater" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "bShowNotifDialog"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "0"; without quotes, then press "Ok". Once more, right-click the key "Updater" and from the shortcut menu, choose "New Value...". The "Add Value" dialog box appears. In the field "Value Name", type "iUpdateFrequency"; without quotes of course. Choose "REG_DWORD" as the Data Type, then press "Ok". The "DWORD Editor" appears. In the field "Data:", type "0"; without quotes, then press "Ok". 7- On the top part of the middle pane, expand the "AR6" package itself. You should see two sub-categories, "Acrobat Reader" and "Reader Registry Integration". Expand "Acrobat Reader", expand "Acrobat Reader Program Files", then click "New Feature 87". Highlight the title "General" in the lower part of the middle pane. On the pane to the right, there should be that dialog of three tabs; "Summary", "Advanced", and "Install Modes". Under the "Summary" tab, there are six radio buttons. Choose "Not Available". Close WinINSTALL LE and agree to save the changes when prompted. _________ FINISHED _________________ Now, go to C:\Program Files\OnDemand\WinINSTALL\Packages\AR6\ and copy the modified package "Adobe Reader 6.0.msi" along with "Data1.cab", then paste into where you want them stored. This modified package: 1- installs silently in seconds. 2- doesn't connect to the Internet for updates anytime after installation. 3- doesn't create shortcuts anywhere. 4- doesn't install PrintMe. 5- doesn't create a shortcut folder for PrintMe in Start-->Programs. 6- won't show the EULA when you open Adobe Reader for the first time after installation. 7- won't show the "Splash Screen" every time you open Adobe Reader after installation. 8- will display a document measures in centimeters not in inches. If you want measures to be in inches, do not add the value "iPageUnits" which is linked to the key "Originals"; other things remain unchanged.

Hackers have tools that make WinINSTALL be really a children's toy! Hackers don't buy apps, but I do. I'm free to hack my legal own copy. Or, what a MST file really does? At least, MST files are distributed everywhere but here I say you do it for yourself only! With MST files, you still need to register and use switches. Finally, spreading knowledge should not make good people nervous! The second example will come soon. It's a surprise.

mendipjohn If you try it, let me know. Alanoll There is always testing. If an idea doesn't work, I quit. No loss, I think! But imagine an idea that works well and only takes afew minutes to realize!

The First Example ---------------------------- ACDsee PowerPack 6.02 Install ACDSee normally, and before you agree to reboot, go to: C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator\Local Settings\Temp\ Look for the most recent folder there. It could be named "_isAE" or similar. Inside "_isAE", you'll find a file named "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.msi". This is our niche. Copy it into another place like your desktop or wherever you want. Now, do whatever you want with the reboot message. Then, follow these steps: 1- Open WinINSTALL LE. (This is my version: Start-->Programs-->WinINSTALL LE 2003) 2- There should be three vertical panes. The pane to the left is called "Shortcuts" and has two components, "Start Page" and "Windows Installer Packages". Click "Windows Installer Packages". 3- Go to File-->Import Package...! The "Import Package" dialog box will appear. In the field "Package File", browse to "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.msi" that you've recently saved on your desktop. In the field "Description", you must type something; like "ACDSee62" or whatever you want. Since the file you've imported has no extra files accompanying it, you leave the ckeck box "Copy Package Source Files" unchecked. Press "Ok". Press "Ok" again when the copying process is complete. By now, You should have got two files in: C:\Program Files\OnDemand\WinINSTALL\Packages\ACDSee62\; "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.msi" and "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.MXI". You don't have to check them since they are not Read-Only files. They are ready for modifications without problems on saving. 4- Make sure that the package "ACDSee62" in the middle pane is highlighted. In the lower part of the middle pane, make sure the title "General" is also highlighted. On the pane to the right, there should be three tabs; "Summary", "Advanced", and "Install Modes". On the "Install Modes" tab, check the box "Show basic user interface only (simple progress and error handling)". 5- In the lower part of the middle pane, click the title "Shortcuts". You should see seven shortcuts. At the normal installation process, four of these shortcuts are copied into Start-->Programs-->ACD Systems. The other three are copied into your desktop. Click the seven shortcuts, one at a time, then press Alt+Enter on your keyboard for properties. The shortcut dialog will appear. In the field "Create In", if you see "[DesktopFolder]\", then close the dialog and delete that shortcut. You'll need to delete three shortcuts if you want your desktop clean after installing ACDSee. 6- Click the title "Registry". You should see two tabs in the pane to the right, "Add" and "Remove". On the "Add" tab, expand "My Computer", expand "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE", expand "SOFTWARE", and expand "ACD Systems". Click the key named "61". You should see four values on the right part of the window. One of these values is named "LicenseNumber". Right-click it for properties. The "String Editor" box appears. Replace the text in the field "String:" with your license number. Your license number should be in this format and without quotes or brackets: ###-###-###-###-###-### Now, press "Ok". Expand the key "ACDSee". Click the key "60". To the right, there is the value "LicenseNumber". Repeat what you did above to insert your license number. Expand the key "FotoCanvas". Click the key "30". Insert your license number. Expand the key "FotoSlate". Click the key "30". Insert your license number. Since this version of ACDSee uses the same license number for all of its components, you'd insert the same number each time. 7- Despite the box "Show basic user interface only (simple progress and error handling)" is checked as we did in step 4, ACDSee will offer you the choice of reboot when you install it using this modified package. Therefore, we should go further for one more step. Click the title "General". In the pane to the right, Click "Advanced" tab, then "Sequence", "Install", then "Execute". Highlight the action "ScheduleReboot", then delete it! Close WinINSTALL LE and agree to save the changes when prompted. _________ FINISHED _________________ Now, go to C:\Program Files\OnDemand\WinINSTALL\Packages\ACDSee62\ and copy the modified package "ACDSee 6.0 PowerPack.msi", then paste into where you want it stored. This modified package: 1- installs silently. 2- registers automatically. 3- doesn't create desktop shortcuts. More modifications can be made to the package if you want.

You will change your mind, soon!

WinINSTALL LE doesn't only create msi packages from scratch or by monitoring an installation, but is capable of professionally modifying existent ones. Despite free, it's wonderful! I'm going to post examples of some applications that use "Windows Installer Package", known as msi, which can be modified for silent installation using WinINSTALL LE. After modifications are made, no need for switches or reg files to install or register an application. Before we go ahead, let's download a copy of WinINSTALL LE from this direct download link. You'd have an exe file of 12 MB in size, as I can remember. If you want, you can go to OnDemand site for more information about the product or for downloading if DDL is changed. Once you get it, install WinINSTALL LE on your Windows XP and get ready for practice. Installation note: When you reach the "Registration Information" screen, uncheck the box "Sign me up for a free copy ...". Type any email address. Then, put your mouse pointer in any other field, so that the "Next" button is activated. Make sure you are not connected to the Internet. When you reach the "Installation share options" screen, you don't have to type anything. Just, hit "Next"! Otherwise, run EXE, then go to: C:\Documents and Settings\YourProfile\Local Settings\Temp\OND6C.tmp\WinINSTALLLE.msi Use the MSI instead of EXE with /qb switch.

Have an idea about Internet Download Accelerator? It's Inno.

What about registration data? Is there a switch for it?

These are February 2004 Updates: ---------------------------------------- ** 33 Windows XP Pre-Service Pack 2 Critical Updates ** 25 Windows XP Pre-Service Pack 2 Recommended Updates ** 05 Internet Explorer Updates ** 03 Outlook Express Updates ** Bootvis Tool (version 1.3.37) ** Euro Conversion Tool ** MSN Messenger 6.1.0207 w/ Option to uninstall Windows Messenger 4.7 ** Windows Messenger 5.0.0468 (if you chose not to install MSN Messenger) ** Microsoft Virtual Machine w/ 2 Updates ** Sun Java 1.4.2_03 (for those running SP1a or SP1) ** Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer 1.2 ** Microsoft Data Access Components 2.8 w/ 1 Update ** Microsoft DirectX 9.0b w/ 1 Update & Optional Control Panel Shortcut ** Microsoft Jet 4.0 Service Pack 8 ** Microsoft Jet 4.0 Service Pack 8 Replication Update ** Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 w/ 1 Update ** Microsoft SharePoint Migration Tool ** Microsoft Windows Journal Viewer ** Windows XP PowerToys (including 8 Bonus Powertoys) ** Microsoft XML 3.0 SP4 ** Microsoft XML 4.0 SP2 ** Windows Media Player 9 w/ Update to Build 3093 & 8 other Updates & Enhancements ** Windows Movie Maker 2.0 ** Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 ** 3D Windows XP ScreenSaver ** Adaptec ASPI Layer for Windows XP ** Bliss Screensaver ** Microsoft American Flag ScreenSaver ** Device Manager Shortcut to All Programs Menu" ** Desktop Icon Restore Tool" ** Windows Media Player Classic version 6.4.7.5" ** Microsoft Virtual CD Tool" ** Ability to remove ASP.Net Uset Account ** Ability to remove all Windows XP ScreenSavers ** Ability to remove all Win9x based Wallpapers ** Ability to remove all Windows XP Wallpapers ** IE Spy-Ad ** Optional Internet Explorer Spellcheck tool ** System Uptime Tool ** Macromedia Flash Player ** Macromedia Shockwave Player ** MSN Plus 2.5.4 ** <<spam>> Screensaver (XP logon Hack) ** Microsoft NZ Bliss Wallpaper ** Option to replace update 8-Bit Shutdown and Logoff Icons on Windows Classic Theme ** Startup Monitor ** Startup CPL ** UxTheme.dll Patcher (so you can use custom themes) ** 62 Registry Tweaks ** And Much More!!

If you had applied SP1 first, you wouldn't have got problems.

Why don't we re-package this application for esier use and with no switches? Let's think! strekship , I miss you so much!

Well! Extract the program files using /x command. This should be: LHM4TP.exe /x Inside the same folder where LHM4TP.exe resides at the time of extraction, you'll have ntoskrnl.exe! New!? You can place it your way in C:\Windows\System32\ and restart your PC. Sweet!? ENJOY!

Why don't you make a VBS file like this one? Study it carefully. It's for making a shortcut in Control Panel for TweakUI. On Error Resume Next Set WSHShell = WScript.CreateObject("WScript.Shell") Set fso = CreateObject("Scripting.FileSystemObject") SysDir = fso.GetSpecialFolder(1) Tweak = SysDir & "\tweakui.exe" If fso.FileExists(Tweak) Then Set WSHShell = WScript.CreateObject("WScript.Shell") p1 = "HKCR\CLSID\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C17}\" WshShell.RegWrite p1, "TweakUIXP" WshShell.RegWrite p1 & "InfoTip", "Starts TweakUI for Windows XP" WshShell.RegWrite p1 & "DefaultIcon\","%SystemRoot%\\System32\\tweakui.exe,0", "REG_EXPAND_SZ" WshShell.RegWrite p1 & "Shell\Open\Command\","tweakui.exe" WshShell.RegWrite p1 & "ShellFolder\Attributes",48,"REG_DWORD" WshShell.RegWrite "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\ControlPanel\NameSpace\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C17}\", "Add Tweakui to Control Panel" Else End If Set FSO = Nothing Set WshShell = Nothing

If you leave the installation file name as it is, then it appears under Task Manager as Longho~1.exe To avoid using "~1", rename the file to "LHM4TP.exe" for example. Then, it should appear as LHM4TP.exe under Task Manager . Sweet!? If the boot screen doesn't work, this is because the program doesn't replace the "ntoskrnl.exe". There is a way to accomplish this.