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InstallScript install stopped working when converted to InstallShield 2014
I launch a little InstallScript piece during my suite install that is used to modify some suite properties. Unfortunately, when it was converted from InstallShield 2013 to InstallShield 2014 it stopped...
View Article32 bit assembly installation in GAC crashes
Hello, I've a couple of assemblies which need to be installed in the Global Assembly Cache (GAC). The assemblies are strongly signed, and using InstallShield, placed in the GAC folder of the target...
View ArticleTreat warnings as errors with MSBuild
With the command line build, including the "-w" parameter will treat warnings that occur during the build process as errors. According to the InstallShield help documentation there is no corresponding...
View ArticleReplacing text after installation completes
I am using IS2011 Professional to install on a desktop and a mobile device. I use an XML file to reboot the mobile device, and when it comes back up it prompts the user to join a network. At that...
View Articlemerge modules
I have the folowing merge modules in installshield 2013 Expresss: mci32.msm comct232.msm picclp32.msm comct232.msm tabctl32.msm mscomctl.msm cmctl32.msm comdlg32.msm msinet.msm After BUILD...
View ArticleReduce build time
Hi All, I have nearly 4 GB of files and folder to package and I am using "install from manifest files" action to deploy the files and folder. I have started the build using "Web Installer Options"...
View ArticleDialog before SetupCompleteSuccess
Hi I am trying to create a patch for already released major product. I have added a custom action in patch. I would like to execute this custom action through action of the dialog which comes just...
View ArticleBinaries not being upgraded after migrating from IS 2013
I recently upgraded one of our InstallScriptMSI projects from InstallShield 2013 to 2014. One of the developers noticed that his code changes weren't in the latest version, and contacted me. After...
View ArticleWhere do I find / add OnMaintUIBefore to InstallScript?
I created a new pure InstallScript setup project using IS2013 Premium. IS only included code for the OnFirstUIBefore event, none of the other events. I can't find where / how to add the stock...
View ArticleCreating MSI package that calls batch file
Hello all, I am a completely "green" in regards to this software. Our company purchased it and gave it to me. The scenario is that I want to create a basic MSI. The folder has exe files, config files...
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XSLT Error on Transforming IA.iap_xml
I have inherited an XSL stylesheet that I am trying to use to transform at build time my project file's version integers and strings. I am not very familiar with XSLT but I do have this working....
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XSLT Error on Transforming IA.iap_xml
I have inherited an XSL stylesheet that I am trying to use to transform at build time my project file's version integers and strings. I am not very familiar with XSLT but I do have this working....
View ArticleAutomate MSI creation
Does AdminStudio provide a way to automate the creation of MSI's? I know there is the Automated Application Converter. I would like to offer our developers an automated way to create an MSI via...
View ArticleAutomate MSI creation
Does AdminStudio provide a way to automate the creation of MSI's? I know there is the Automated Application Converter. I would like to offer our developers an automated way to create an MSI via...
View ArticlePlanning To Migrate Projects from 2013 to 2014.
Hi In my organization, my lead asked me to migrate all our projects (from Install shield 2012 to 2014). Please guide me, what are the steps includes in migration. Thanks & Regards, Abdul Hameed A
View ArticleIs it OK to change the product name in Differential Build(Update Release)
Does it have any other impacts on Installation. Please advise. Thanks in Advance
View ArticleUpgrade issue in Installscript msi project
Hi , We are using Installscript msi project (Installshield 2014) , so while upgradation we need to add some stuff like adding message box ,etc., so which build-in function should we use while...
View ArticleImport Windows authenticated web site unauthorized error
I'm attempting to use Application Manager to import a .Net 4.0 based web site that uses Windows authentication for handling the login duties. I've tried completing the import both with and without...
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Problem with install after upgrading to 2014
Good afternoon, Please forgive my lack of knowledge with IS. We recently had staff changes and the person that was in charge of of our installation process is no longer with is. We recently moved from...
View ArticleSelf repair when opening repackaged application for the first time
Hello fellow repackagers! I am very new to Admin Studio and repackaging in general but I'm managing to forge my way though for the most part. However, I am repeatedly coming upon the same issue with...
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