Snow Update Service uninstall script fails due to outdated .NET framework and hardcoded paths
The provided uninstall.cmd script for removing Snow Update Service fails in modern environments because it uses an outdated .NET Framework reference and assumes a hardcoded installation path. These limitations cause errors during uninstallation.
To uninstall the Snow Update Service, follow these steps:
- Open an elevated Command Prompt.
- Run the uninstall using the .NET Framework 4 version of
InstallUtil.exe:
"C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\InstallUtil.exe" /u "E:\Program Files\Snow Software\Snow Update Service\SnowSoftware.Update.Service.exe"- Adjust the executable path.
- Replace the path in the command with the actual location of the
SnowSoftware.Update.Service.exefile on your system.
Account for custom installation paths
Ensure any script used does not rely on a hardcoded default path for the service location. Instead, implement one of the following options:
- Use a configurable variable for the installation path.
- Perform a registry lookup or service query to dynamically find the executable.
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