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Thanks kof94 for the suggestions. Now I'd like to try another metod though. I'll use multiple RunOnceEx which call each other. I've only a doubt about $OEM path. It's like %SYSTEMDRIVE% right? last lines of RunOnceEx01.cmd: ----- rem ##call to another RunOnceEx (needed to break the list in more parts) reg add %KEY%85 /VE /D "continue... (1/4 completed)" /f reg add %KEY%85 /V 1 /D "%SYSTEMDRIVE%\RunOnceEx02.cmd" /f rem ##execute current RunOnceEx (keep at the end!) rundll32.exe iernonce.dll,RunOnceExProcess EXIT ---

No! There's a problem! The list is divided in many sub-lists as I wanted, but now RunOnceEx is launched While windows is still registering components! That could be messy and besides of that I cannot use ctrl-alt-canc in case of Autoit errors (so all blocks) Maybe I have to use more RunOnceExes?

Oh, thanks for the answers. Rundll32.exe method seems the one I need Just a little thing: I'd like to add a fake entry to signal that the list continues; is there a way to avoid an empty null.bat? I don't think that I can avoid the second line reg add %KEY%21 /VE /D "continue..." /f reg add %KEY%21 /V 1 /D "%CDROM%\Apps\null.bat" /f rundll32.exe iernonce.dll,RunOnceExProcess

I post here the help I received elsewere Q1. Enable "Advanced Search" I am assuming you know how to make a registry change during an unattended installation. Decode Kelly's instruction in her .VBS, or just use the .VBS: Scroll to this section at KellyTheriot's site: Search - Advanced Options (Set as Default) http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_s.htm Q2. remove security warning messages when executing certain file types This is an IE setting. Either use a .REG file to disable the local LOCKDOWN, or stop the file extension lookup, or use IEAK. Disable the local LOCKDOWN. See: http://www.phdcc.com/xpsp2.htm Disable file association lookups: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\policies\system Create a new, DWORD Value. Value name NoInternetOpenWith. Value: 00000001 In a .REG file it would look like: ------------ REGEDIT4 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System] "NoInternetOpenWith"=dword:00000001 ------------ From Wesley Vogel, MS-MVPs notes, you might go even further: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Associations Value Name: DefaultFileTypeRisk Data Type: REG_DWORD Value Data: 0x00001807 (6152) If the attachment is in the list of low risk file types, Windows will not prompt the user before accessing the file, regardless of the file’s zone information. Value Name: LowRiskFileTypes <<---- add to this list Data Type: REG_SZ Value Data: .reg;.exe;.gif;.jpg;.avi;.mpeg Documented here... Description of how the Attachment Manager works in Windows XP Service Pack 2 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/883260 Q3: remove format from context menu Rename format.exe There are other ways to do this, but this is the easiest. Q4. empty folder and subfolders but not main folder e.g. \phaolo \sub1 \sub2 CMD /k RD /s /q phaolo & md phaolo Q5. does RunOnceEx wait that self-extracting commands are completed? It is up to the command called. RunOnceEx passes a single shell instance to the command called. If as part of that process it terminates the shell instance, the installation will fail. Pull the extraction process apart and write your own installation if there are issues. You, I am sure by now, know how to make sure that files are included in any install. Unrar them yourself, and call only the installer, for example. It is the termination of Unrar that I wold be worried about otherwise. You can also write your own .MSI wrapper for the software. XP comes natively with a hidden gem: IExpress.exe http://www.petri.co.il/create_executable_with_iexpress.htm Thanks to Bill Castner

Hey, it's the third time that nobody answers to my post.. is there anybody out there? (O_o)

Hello, I have a problem with my RunOnceEx list because it's too long and it exits from the screen (40+ programs). Is there a way to fix this? For example using another column or decrease spaces and fonts? Screenshot attached Thanks

Nobody at all?

Hello, I'm making a batch file to automate system tweaks (with the help of RegTweaks Collection) I couldn't find some of them; do you know how to: -enable "advanced search" by default -remove security warning messages when executing certain file types -remove format from drive menu options (or at least from a shortcut to the drive) -empty a folder without deleting it; I manage only to remove files but not the subdirectories -does RunOnceEx wait that self-extracting commands are completed? For example I have a "mp3lame.exe" that unrars its files and then runs the LameACM.inf installation. Does RunOnceEx wait for the setup to be finished or proceeds after the extraction? (if yes, multiple installations could overlap) Thanks

But..can I avoid to install them? I mean..aren't those files needed?

Woops! I lost this post and I've created a double.. http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?showtopic=95806 Sorry.. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Doh..I discovered why drivers setups crash on vmware.. I thought the program could detect real hardware like mobo, sound card and graphic cards..but it can't! How the hell can I try the drivers before the real installation then.. Gosh.. just read the >>> First Read This <<< sticky.. I need autoit scripts made by someone then..

Doh..I discovered why drivers setups crash on vmware.. I thought the program could detect real hardware like mobo, sound card and graphic cards..but it can't! How the hell can I create an install script then Suggestions?

Hello, I'd like to install nvidia and nforce drivers (not integrate). Unfortunately silent customized switches are not fully supported (cannot avoid reboot) and the display setups crash on vmware. A good solution is offered by Autoit (wow great program), but both nvidia setups crash on vmware.. Do any of you have Autoit scripts for nvidia geforce fx last forcewares or nforce2 drivers??

One by one?? Anyway, I've got the same problem but only with shorcuts. Can it be done more easily? I'd like to see the link menu with right click, not the drive options (with "format")

No answers..but luckly I found the solution. Correct command parameters are: echo y| cacls "%SYSTEMDRIVE%" /t /c /p Paul:F administrators:F system:F users:R echo y| cacls "%USERPROFILE%" /t /e /r Users Maybe it will be useful for someone Goodbye

Hello, I'd like to change system permissions from a batch file: Why does this command screw up the system? Seems ok to me.. echo y| cacls "%SYSTEMDRIVE%" /t /c /p administrators:F system:F Or it's just a vmware problem? (I tried it on the guest SO luckly) After rebooting I get a empty taskbar (no more buttons) and drag&drop is not working..

Err.. no, you didn't understand my question. Anyway thanks Maybe I found the answer myself: winnt32 is removed by "manua install and upgrade" nlite option. So those files (44mb) are not needed only for windows install and upgrades.. the description in the program should be modified Bye

Nforce2 driver setup doesn't work on VMware! (also nvidia forcewares) It crashes also with a non-silent install I had to try them on my machine and hopefully nothing bad happened.. but I still cannot avoid reboot Also BootOption=0 inside setup.iss doesn't work These are the commands for the cab (self extracts to "%systemroot%\temp): setup.exe /s /SMS /f1"%systemroot%\temp\setup.iss" /O REBOOT=ReallySuppress /QB Can anyone help me?

Hello, I'd like to make a default Winlite iso with only hotfixes integrated. Other things, like drivers, are going to be unstalled with RunOnceEx method (so they can be easily changed for different computers) I managed to install nforce2 drivers silently via CAB, but I cannot avoid a reboot..do you know what can I do to stop that? cab commands: setup.exe /s /f1"c:\setup.iss" * /norestart don't seem to work Thanks * better use absolute paths. see below

Hello, I made a "windows xp" pro iso with nlite, but I noticed this problem: winnt32.exe seems to be missing, so I cannot install\access the recovery console. Which nlite option removes it?? I didn't see anything about this in the settings.. Thanks

As usual in these cases, the solution was **** simple.. I had to remove the "Set" command. Lots of searches with no clue.. I just tried it --------------------- Other problems: - I cannot access the console and repair settings from the nlited cd. I didn't see an option to remove them, so where are them? SOLVED: "manual install and upgrade" nlite option. - I didn't manage to remove autologon: i set the option to 0 but it's always there. Seems that windows doesn't care if I add an user password during setup.. installed only one user with autologon=1 - VMware has some problems with unattended nvidia nforce mobo drivers. Do you know a solution to record the setup settings for silent installation? Little things: - in which file the restart icon is located? (it's not in the shell32.dll) - do you know what file launches the language bar? I'd like to use a link and not a bar C:\WINDOWS\system32\ctfmon.exe. Opens the bar however

Well, no I meant details view. No clues for that at the moment. I understand what you mean; but the truth is that I'm doing lots of searches! And sometimes I get good results. If the things are however too specific or difficult to search.. I write a question here! You helped me much already, I'm not asking all the questions to you" I write and see if anyone knows an answer or has the same problem Anyway thanks again ----- Here's one problem about visual basic: Dim newpath1 Set newpath1 = "\Programs\Accessories\System Tools" I get a string error. Adding "as string" gives me another error: Expected end of statement Why that..

Woops.. sorry, hope I didn't annoy you.. (can't I delete useless post then?) Some other questions (if you want to answer): -I'm going to install "net framework 2": I don't need "dotnetfix" from winXP cd, right? -Do I need IIS if I don't set up a server or use asp code? -Another script request.. how to set "save file" window view to details instead of default "icon view"? (I've searched but..)

Oh hello DL. Mm.. maybe the problems appear in specific situations. Anyway ok, I'll try to delete them; hope you're right

Great collection! I'm looking inside the files to use the reg tweaks I want Are you sure about deleting Special Accounts? I was told they are needed (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon\SpecialAccounts) HelpAssistant--------->Remote Assistance IUSR_----------------->IIS IWAM_----------------->IIS NetShowServices----->Windows Media server SQLAgentCmdExec--->SQL Server? TsInternetUser-------->Terminal Services VUSR_----------------->Visual Studio Analyzer

Thanks DL for the infos Ah, I found another wonderful "product" of these forums: RegTweaks Collection v0.4 http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?showforum=70 (well...not really found.. it's the first post of this section at the moment lol)