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@Bobbymat26 Even if you Do get 7-zip to install it will require a system reboot to complete it's installation and show up in your programs and features list. So just add this <SynchronousCommand wcm:action="add">--> <Description>Reboot System to Complete Post Installs</Description> <Order>3</Order> <CommandLine>cmd /c %Windir%\system32\shutdown.exe /r /f /t 0</CommandLine></SynchronousCommand>

To find out where the xml is failing look at the setuperr.log from C:\Windows\Panther folder. Your cdrom variable with the marker file is not reading the drive letter of your usb So the install.bat will never work! I have Never seen a successful variable drive reading with a .xml file, only people reporting issues that it will not work, So other option is just to slipstream 7-zip to your image file with RT7 or use the setupcomplete.cmd to install it for you. DP

Take a LQQk here ==> http://www.msfn.org/board/topic/142567-installing-some-applications-upon-firstlogon/#entry913111 for installing apps and reg entries from root drive and .xml file without using a batch or setupcomlete. DP

Here is a working updated .xml with install files, Today is my "cigar and scotch" mancave day with my buddies so I will be gone for awhile but should be back on later.. DP Download rev.2 ==> http://rghost.net/51655124

You have a few errors in your settings pass commands, you can just pm me for a WORKING SOLUTION, or instead of double posting over and over go to our resident expert maxXPsoft's Win7 xml topic @ http://www.msfn.org/board/topic/139572-ask-your-seven-xml-here/ and post your issues there.. DP

@duffy98 Thanks for the info duffy on EasyCleaner, I can confirm that it does not work with Win8/8.1 (to bad) anyway, I have been using Registry Recycler Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012 (32-bit and 64-bit) which does a good job and also will do a registry back-up as well.. DP http://www.registryrecycler.com/faq.html

System Restore Point for Context Menu-Windows 8 and 8.1 Download @ http://rghost.net/51581903 - Quickly set restore points on the fly with this registry tweak and .vbs script file.- Just copy the .vbs over to your Windows directory then merge the .reg file to add "Create Restore Point" to your context menu. Enjoy..DP

yep, RT7 is good, will do most of the dirty work for you..DP

Then just install the x86 with the /S switch also 2 questions What Win7 OS Version are you installing? And are you installing off of a Usb or Dvd?

Don't see what version of 7 that you are trying to install in value you just have 1, what is the error you get when trying to run it?

Here you go, got some free time this am so I made a x86 7-zip sfx file(already includes silent switch)for you.Just click on it and it should install automatically without any prompts.. DP http://rghost.net/51514086

Your profile says your using Windows 7 x86 so you need to install the X86 version DP "7z920.exe" /S

OEM info here ==> http://unattended.msfn.org/unattended.xp/view/web/18/

Ultimate Windows Tweaker v 3.0 for Windows 8 and 8.1 2013 Paras Sidhu-The Windows Club and @ http://www.thewindowsclub.com/ultimate-windows-tweaker-3-windows-8 Ultimate Windows Tweaker is a freeware Tweak UI Utility for tweaking and optimizing Windows 8 | 8.1, 32-bit & 64-bit. Ultimate Windows Tweaker does not require an install. Place the downloaded UWT3 folder in your Program Folder and pin the shortcut of UWT3 exe file to your Start Menu. Simply run its .exe file. Enjoy! DP

BM, just installed the RTM test version for testing and did the rename license.key as requested to donation but would not load Aero correctly, I just renamed it back to License.key and now its working ..sent you beta email with error and screen shot.. Thanks, DP

First off you need to create a bootable Windows 7 USB if not done already, and decide on which install method you want to use, the FOR /F loop method is if you want to install off of the usb or dvd root and if using a autounattended.xml root file, otherwise just use the setupcomplete.cmd method which will do a silent install of your 7-zip, or other apps , reg twks etc.The setupcomplete per its name runs when your Windows setup is complete but before your logon screen and will also create a setupact.log file when done. DP SetupComplete.cmd

Don't know what your skill level is but you could used a canned app like RT Se7en7 Lite or NLite or just do it manually with Distibution folders and Setupcomplete.cmd $OEM$ >> $$ >> Setup >> Scripts >> SetupComleted.cmd @echo off SET KEY=HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnceEx :: PostInstalls start /wait msiexec /i "%systemroot%\setup\scripts\7z.msi" ALLUSERS=1 /qb! /norestart

Happy International Programmers’ Day Around The World!! Whether it’s folks who program websites, microcontrollers, mobile devices, or backend systems – or whatever hardware is invented next – January 7th is the day each year to remember their accomplishments! http://internationalprogrammersday.org/international-programmers-day-january-7th-2014/

There is No definitive tutorial with all the answers for UA Installs, but here you go this should get you started.. DP http://letmegooglethat.com/?q=How+to+create+a+unattended+install+for+windows+7

If you pm me I can send you the working file patcher that I used.. DP

I just replaced the shell32.dll with a working one.. DP

Just gotta say, this has been my 1 year anniversary here on MSFN and of all the other forums out there this is by far the best forum on the net ..Way to go MSFN! DP

I have metro hanging around but I changed all my defaults to my favorite app extensions like VLC, Xnview etc. in my UA 8.1 Install, so no more nags HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FileExts

Yes if you have 3.5 already slipstreamed then you really don't need the sxs folder, and if you are trying to save additional space you only need 6 files (background_cli.bmp, boot.wim, install.wim, lang.ini, setup.exe and spwizimg.dll or from 374mb to 8.10mb). If you use distribution folder then have the $OEM$ in sources as well. DP

Hope everyone has a Happy and Prosperous New Year for 2014 !!!!!! Wow this year went by Fast.. DP