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Record Function
The Record function is a recording function that enables you to perform multiple installations of the system setup or selected installation components on different computers with identical options. Whereas you previously had to navigate through all setup dialogs and enter the required information for each installation, you can now create a control file with the name "Ra_Auto.ini" to simplify the installation procedure.
Central Installation
Central Installation
5. Select the directory where you wish to save the new control file named "Ra_Auto.ini": the file must be saved in the same directory as the "Setup.exe" file. Click on "Next".
Central Installation
6. In the subsequent dialog, select the desired components for the installation and click on "Next". Result: The "Ra_Auto.ini" control file is created and saved in the selected directory where "Setup.exe" is located. 7. Click on "Exit".
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the "Step7.ssf" file in the "Step7" directory with Notepad or another ASCII text editor. 2. Add the parameters at the end of the file beginning with the section [OPFILEENTRIES_BEGIN] and ending with [OPFILEENTRIES_END]. 3. Change the parameter values to suit your wishes and requirements. You will find an explanation of the respective parameters in the table below. 4. Save the amended "Step7.ssf" file.
Central Installation
Central Installation
Proceed as follows:
1. Copy the product CD to a central server or PC if you have not already done so. 2. Open the "Setups.cfg" file with Notepad or another ASCII text editor. 3. At the end of the file in the [Files] section after the last FileName entry, enter the following parameter: "FileNamexyz=Ra_Auto.ini". Replace the wild card "xyz" by an incremented number. 4. Save the amended "Setups.cfg" file in the same directory where the installation file "Setup.exe" and the control file "Ra_Auto.ini" are located.
[Files] FileName1=setup.exe FileName2=setup.ex_ FileName3=VB6STKIT.DLL FileName4=setups.ini FileName5=msvbvm60.dll FileName6=Welcome.bmp FileName7=Splash.bmp FileName8=Top.bmp FileName9=Ra_Auto.ini
Central Installation
Central Installation