Microsoft Windows Installer Service
The Windows Installer Service in Windows is used to install applications and services. Most new applications come in pre-packaged files, known as Microsoft Installer Files (MSI Files). Use the buttons...
View ArticleIntroduction to Remote Installation Services
Using Remote Installation Services, Windows Operating Systems can be remotely installed over a network. Use the buttons below to navigate through the lesson RIS has the following advantages over...
View ArticleInstalling and Configuring RIS
RIS can only be installed on a Windows Server 2003 Domain Controller or a Member Server. Also ensure that DHCP and DNS are available on the network. Also ensure that the server has a static IP address...
View ArticleThe Remote Boot Floppy Generator (RBFG)
If client machines don’t support booting from the network then RIS provides a utility called the Remote Boot Floppy Generator (RBFG). Using a remote boot floppy a client machine with a supported...
View ArticleUsing Answer Files in RIS
RIS installations can also be made unattended. This is ideal for installing multiple machines. The Setup manager utility is used to create an answer file which is associated with a particular image....
View ArticleUsing RIPREP
Setup a client machine as you want it ensuring that you use the same version of Windows XP Professional as the image on the RIS server. To run “RIPREP” click on Start. Use the buttons below to navigate...
View ArticleTroubleshooting RIS
There are various stages involved in troubleshooting RIS. Firstly check that DHCP, DNS and Active Directory are available on the network and can all communicate. Verify that the clients can pick up an...
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