oioldman

there is an article on mS technet site about, did have a copy once, but removed from pc by accident. I'll try and remember url as it was very informative about all sorts of ways it can be modified to include site, be switched off on default etc so may be worth on the official site for it rather than guess and hope for a while. Sorry not that accurate buut know it exists

As-sassin, What happens if you apply like so => use the command - regedit /s q_all.reg Does this apply it, bearing in mind you may have to log and log in again before it takes effect. If it does merge, it be the "Software-Management-Tool" you use that makes it fail. Hope that helps. Thanks though Felix, as will help with own CD with i get.

When I ran setupdl.exe and went to c:\documents and settings\local settings\temp and found the two files neded, i also saw another file called "msnsearch.exe" this is the one that installs the MSN Toolbar. If you remove this from you install folder it doesn't install and isn't a default funtion of MSN Messenger anyway, it is a separate install program as taken from http://toolbar.msn.com/ Hope that helps a little more

The way Mazin explained worked perfectly well for me and then installed by using <installfrompath>\MsnMsgs.msi /QN Registered and then exported those generated keys, (lots of), and now need to try again and see they will save me abit more time.

Oh well, small but liveable snag. Thanks again

Thank you, Installed as you explained. VEry clear instructions thanks. I did notice though that when fist run it did questoin about inporting bookmarks and making default browser. Did you notice this? and if so haow did you get around it?

Sanjeev, The pop-up blocker is available as separate download from MSN Toolbar for Internet Explorer as for the other features like the security advisor etc, i don't know.

Ok, so does the command work on your pc? Try just opening a command prompt and typing <PATH>shutdown.exe /i /r /t:120 does this work? If not, then get this fixed first. Once this is working start looking at adding a schedule to it. easiest way to know all switches is to open a command prompt and type at /? Will try when home,(currently at work), and see if I can help more.

ICS stands for InternetConnectionSharing - meaning it can share your internet connection through a host PC, so i'm not sure this is what your after. You can use something called Laplink which uses a nullmodem serial cable to link 2 PC's and then transfer files, or as you suggest 2xNIC and 1x crossover cable, set both PC's in the same workgroup and with a sequential IP address, eg; 192.168.3.1 and 192.168.3.2 and with a subnet of 255.255.255.000 and from within network neighborhoood they should see each other. If your folders are shared then you can transfer files Hope that helps a little

All, Thank you for assistance. I did manage to find reg and it was where expected. Just need to find time now to implement it and then bingo all done. Oioldman

If you add the section [iEBranding], you will need to check exact spelling and then add appropriate lines. I had mine added by following the guide as posted on http://unattended.msfn.org and reading the pdf doc or was it from running setupmgr.exe from the XPDeploy cab, found on your XP CD, can't remember but it did it for me and works as well. Aplogies for being vague, but I do know it can be done, just not the method I use to add them to winnt.sif

I've been looking at the help for at, and i read that you may need it to be interactive, /interactive Allows the job to interact with the desktop of the user who is logged on at the time the job runs. but i don't see this in your command? so I'm guessing that those after shutdown.exe are specific for it. Useless hint, if you can get the command to work on your PC, then you know it works, so I'm also assuming it does work on your PC and not the remote ones? sorry, if on a tangent EDIT: with ref to MCT, as the at id's are stored in the registry, this would make perfect sense.

Thanks All for your help with this. I am running WindowsXP Pro. I even opened a command shell and typed reg add /? but it gave that old chestnut "The name specified is not recognized as an internal or external command...............". I will have another look when I get home, and physically inside the system32 directory this time, and yes show hidden files options is on, (just incase somebody adds it is hidden)

hello All, I have now got my Unattended to do what i what and it all works. Now, i'm after doing a little tidying up and making it look nice, hence wanting to use RunOnceEx. Reading the unattended site, it says to use REG ADD. My Question => Where do get REG ADD from? Thanks, for any assistance.

Probably not what your after, but I found when doing mine. If trying all of it at once isn't working go back to the beginning. Just slipstream SP1 onto the cd, do a basic winnt.sif that doesn't call the apps to install, Does this work? If yes then start doing the Hotfixes. If not, then something isn't being done at the beginning correctly As in, no svcpack.inf, RunONceEx.cmd or anything under [GUIRunOnce] (think right of top of head) so it is basic, but will help eliminate potential errors.

Welcome, and nice french! I have found sometimes that instead of replacing the one file, to ensure your logged in as the admin user, that installed the program and do a full re-install of said program, including same options etc Fo a clean reboot so all dll and reg keys are registered properly. Log back in as that same admin user and then do an un-install. You might like to look at these => Installation of .NET Framework Fails and Requires Manual Removal OR How to troubleshoot Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 installation issues and see how you go

On M$ this article may have all your answers => Automating Microsoft Windows 98 Installations Hope it helps

If memory serves me correctly, it's a legit security feature and has been so since NT4 Server/Workstation. If your the admin, you would have to ask why a user would need to be logged into two different machines at once anyway, because they can only work so hard!! If your the admin, surely you logout/lock of each machine as you finish using it so others can't use it? I know there's a knowledge base article to explain the reason, but can't find it at present. Will keep looking.

Thanks, Not weird, it's just a nightmare until it makes sense. Yes, you will need a splitter on each analogue plug in the house, be it fax, phine or even an old dial-up modem. You can do port forwarding for two computers. But this is based on the rules created, and the order they are placed on the firewall. The PC's will need a static IP Address though, and a static Public IP Address would also be of benefit as well, but I know some ISP, (in uk), do charge extra for this. The following url Router Hardware may assist. Be careful though, as the BT Voyager is made by a company called 2wire, and not sure if would be available abroad. Plus experience has taught me to leave well alone. As for others, it's a case a read and see what takes your fancy. Am looking for other good review sites, but i know adslguide.org.uk have a brief section, but it may be slightly out of date, so a magazine may be better. OiOldman

Aplogies XtremeMaC, I did see flag but didn't clock nationality. Splitters => In the UK, telephones use analogue signals to send voice over them. We then share the same line for digital stuff. So that the data doesn't get lost between the two when it arrives in your home, the splitter will seperate them, and send appropriate signal to required device, (adsl or telephone). Network => The hub is fine to keep. Now you need to get an adsl modem, and a broadband router. you would then have this setup => PC ---> hub --->router ---> adsl modem ----> internet however if you purchase an adsl router/modem combination item it would look like PC ---> router/ ----> internet modem H/W => US Robotics do a broadband router, I have 1 and no difficulties in using or failing as yet. Been only 6months mind. I have an x-modem ce which is also easy to configure and no failures yet. Firewall => Yes, this will need to be configured whether it be s/w or h/w. Some are easier than others. I know the netgear DG834 (Combines ADSL modem, router, 10/100 LAN switch, and firewall) Netgear DG834 is very easy to setup and modify for your needs. Most gaming sites, will have info on which games require which ports. Other s/w like, VNC, MSN Messenger may also need ports opening and they are good for stopping things like Blaster and Sasser. Also DLink, Cisco and 3Com do similar devices to the Netgear mentioned, again they all come wired or wireless. ISP's => That one your very accurate with.

kharb Welcome first. If you do a quick search and set it to specify the Unattended Section, you will bring up a few results. Most issues have been resolved, and you should find you get the answer here. Teh explanations are pretty weel detailed and clear. I've not tried them, but will be hoping to at weekend if DIY doesn't take over again http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?act=Search&mode=adv&f=70 The above link should start you off Oioldman

XtremeMaC, Below are some things you may wish to consider, and probably a few more will arrive from others. Enjoy your research as it will become fun!!!!!! ISP => You didn't mention it, but assume you'll need one. Be very careful on consideration. I based mine on, cost, bandwidth, support and contract time frame, mine is a rolling month, not a sign in 12 as some are. Some don't like peer2peer stuff being done either. You may like a static IP address, though this cost extra with some ISP and is free with others. Splitters => These are so that you can use analogue and digital signals on the same and they are sent to the correct device. Firewall => whether s/w or h/w or built into router you will need to open ports for certain games and s/w. s/w like ZoneAlarm will block everything and you then say what you want to allow through. This is essential kit though, as is AntiVirus, and now probably is Spyware/Malware removal tools. Switches => not really needed if you purchase an adsl router as it will normally have 4xRJ45 ports in them so you can attach 4 PC's to it. If you need to add more then, yes, you will need to purchase a switch. Wireless => difficult, this is a personal preference one. I would say no, as to many standards and no one is better than the other at present. Some do include accelerators so you can increase speed, but some are flaky. PCW.co.uk and pcpro.co.uk have done reviews in last 6months of equipment. H/W => http://www.adslnation.com do very good modems, and the support is fantastic if you have quetions. (look at forum) Help => adslguide.org.uk (there are others) for general advice, they also have a forum so you may view from that people opinion on h/w to use. An oldman, by most people standards..........

if you change it to say this, [RegionalSettings] LanguageGroup=1 SystemLocale=00000809 UserLocale=000000809 InputLocale=0809:00000809 you should have no issues. Taken from unattended.msfn.org Also states to use ref.chm from the xp deployment kit for other languages

Are these the same as noted on the MSFN Frontapage yesterday morning GMT? as i believe they are.

Same product slightly non-relevant but may be useful info => I have noticed that ZoneAlarm uses .zap files to install it's components, found by looking in the program files installed folder. May be possible to install and modify settings by using GPO to apply to all / some stations if your on a network