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nlaw
Level 2
‎Jun 22, 2011 12:15 PM

Multiple installs on same target

Hi,

I need the ability to install my application multiple times on the same server to integrate with multiple instances of the parent software my add-in is for. Currently my installation presents the user with a custom dialog so they can select the instance which drives the installation location.

What do I need to do to make the product unique in add remove programs? Just change the production name?

Nate
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morrischou
Level 3
‎Jul 07, 2011 01:02 AM

Create an InstallScript project

Installation Information >> General Information >> Maintenance Experience >> Multi-Instance

Try it.

MO
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MSIYER
Level 8
‎Jul 07, 2011 02:25 AM

You can use Installscript as morrischou mentions. It is very easy and flexible.
Also the following may be of some use:
http://msiyer.blogspot.com/2011/03/installscript-multi-instance-projects.html

Basic MSI can also be used for Multi-Instance. This is a very advanced topic and you should get into it only if you know Windows Installer Technology thoroughly.
Start here:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa367797(v=vs.85).aspx
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