Silently install inf without CD prompt

[brenix]

Hey there,

I frequently run a re-install of WMI through the C:\windows\inf\wbemoc.inf file for various computers.

Each time I re-install, Windows prompts for the installation disk.

Is there anyway to modify this inf file so it can point to a source directory, for example C:\i386??

I've searched everywhere and have also tried modifying the inf, but still can't find a solution.. Anyone?

[MrJinje]

Assuming the files are at C:\I386, the syntax is to place the SourcePath to "C:\". It will then find the I386 directory.

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Setup]
"SourcePath"="C:\\"

We use a Group Policy to push the I386 from our network, but if that doesn't work for you, you'll have to copy I386 to each machine.

I used to have a snip that allowed me to script a INF installation via some dll hook or other convoluted process. If I find it I will post back, that script combined with PSTools or similar, would allow you to re-install all machines from a single batch file.

Edited November 23, 2009 by MrJinje