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Pagina 1 - User Guide

ImageUltra BuilderV ersion 5.0User GuideDate:February5,2010

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Chapter 11, “Getting help and support,” on page 183 contains instructions aboutgetting help and support for the ImageUltra Builder program.Chapter 12,

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The following is a sample tree structure with utilities associated with the“Windows XP Professional” and “Windows 2000” menu items. If you comparethis

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3. Associate a utility with each menu item in the custom utility menu.4. Create links under each utility menu item. Each link provides a path afterthe

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7. If your repository contains folders, use the left pane of the Add Utilitywindow to navigate to the folder that contains the utility you want to add

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Example 1: You have a set of applications that are unique to a mobile computerand you want to use a filter to facilitate the installation of these app

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Name Version TypeENG_Mobile_Application_1ENG_Mobile_Application_2Install mobile applicationsInstall mobile applicationsWINXPPRO_ENG 2.0ENG_Application

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When this map is used on a computer having the machine type of 2143, the onlyselections that will appear at the target computer will be the menu items

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The following illustration shows an example of three menu-item entries that mightbe used with two different operating systems. Notice how the “Account

Pagina 10 - Web page references

v IP Addressv Workgroupv Organization namev Subnet maskThe ImageUltra Builder program enables you to predefine default settings, orprompt the person p

Pagina 11 - Features added to version 2.2

subset of the settings in the UNATTEND.TXT file and override their counterpartsettings in the UNATTEND.TXT file. For more information about theUNATTEN

Pagina 12 - Features added to version 3.1

;PASSWD=password;ENCRYPT=NO;UNATTENDED=NO;BASEMAP=<ID.BMA>;DRIVERMAP=<ID.DMA>[ImageUltra Repository]IUSERVER=imageultraIUSHARE=dataIUREPOS

Pagina 13 - Features added to version 5.0

v Deploy Wizard: A Deploy Wizard simplifies the process of creating distributionCDs, and network-deployment CDs.v Redesigned Map window: The Map windo

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Using a partitioning module in a base mapA partitioning module is a special type of operating-system module that has thefollowing purposes:v To delete

Pagina 15 - Understanding images

new single partition using all available space on the hard disk, formats the newpartition, and sets the new partition as bootable in preparation for i

Pagina 16 - Staging areas

Sample Base Map 2 : Base MapSample Base Map 2Windows XP ProfessionalWindows XP ProfessionalCommon Data Partition - Partitioning ModuleImageUltra 2.0

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Sample Base Map 3 : Base MapSample Base Map 3Windows XP ProfessionalEnglishData Partition for XP - Partitioning ModuleImageUltra 2.0 - Drive Prep - D

Pagina 18 - Ultra-Portable Image

Sample Base Map 4 : Base MapSample Base Map 4Windows XP ProfessionalData Partition for English - Partitioning ModuleENG_Application_1ENG_Application_2

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Sample Base Map 6 : Base Map*Sample Base Map 6NameWindows XP ProfessionalWindows XP ProfessionalWindows 2000Windows 2000ImageUltra 2.0 - Drive Prep -

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A simple map is constructed to meet the needs of one specific group of users, whohave similar requirements. For example, you can construct a simple ma

Pagina 21 - Portable-Sysprep Image

Sample Base MapWindows XP with legal softwareWindows XP with sales softwareWindows XP with accounting softwareWINXPPRO_ENGWINXPPRO_ENGWINXPPRO_FRWINXP

Pagina 22 - Hardware-Specific Image

Sample Base Map : Base Map *NameNameNameNameNameVersionVersionVersionVersionVersionTypeTypeTypeTypeTypeEnglish (Legal)French (Legal)Global_Application

Pagina 23 - Summary of image types

5. Click OK.6. Click the Save icon in the Main window toolbar.To access the hidden system menu, type the system menu keyword while aninstallation menu

Pagina 24 - Hardware-Specific Image:

v New module templates: Templates are provided for the new I386 module andthe unattend.txt module. These templates are in-built modules that can bemod

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Previewing your mapsThe ImageUltra Builder program has a built-in preview function that simulates thebehavior of the installation menus during deploym

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device drivers are to be used during the installation process. This approachrequires the use of a filter to determine the machine type. The ImageUltra

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Sample Driver Map 1 : Driver MapNameDevice Driver (Mouse - Type 1)Device_Driver (Ethernet - Type 1)Device_Driver (Video - Type 1)VersionSample Driver

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Sample Driver Map 2 : Driver MapSample Driver Map 2MTM 2536MTM 4343NameDevice Driver (Mouse - Type 1)Device_Driver (Ethernet - Type 1)Device_Driver (V

Pagina 29 - Building a module

Use variables in association with base map menu items to accomplish any of thefollowing functions:v Setting a variable to contain a hard coded valuev

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The following illustration is a view of two menu items in a base map. TheWindows 2000 menu item is a conceptual view, showing that it contains ahard-c

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a. Click the Insert Variable icon. The Add Variable Condition dialogue boxopens.b. In the Variable field, either type the variable or select a predefi

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7. In the Main window menu bar, click View and then click Properties. TheMenu Item Properties window opens.8. Click the General tab.9. In the Descript

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1. Open the Repository window for the repository where the map resides.2. If your repository contains folders, navigate to the folder where the mapres

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a. Perform the associated steps required to add a utility or filter to a menuitem. Except, in the Parameters field, type the variable that you want to

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v Updates to the splash window. Users can now press Shift+Ctrl+C to bring up acommand prompt window.v The use of a splash window. The splash window is

Pagina 36 - Base maps

116 ImageUltra Builder Version 5.0: User Guide

Pagina 37 - Driver maps

Chapter 7. Creating mapsThis chapter provides basic information about creating base maps and driver mapsas well as how to define the settings associat

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For step-by-step instructions on working with other aspects of a base map, see thefollowing:v “Adding menu items to a base map”v “Adding operating-sys

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v If the map tree already has menu items in it, expand the map tree and clickthe entry one level above the location where you want to add the newmenu

Pagina 40 - Defining user information

c. If you are creating a base map for an Ultra-Portable Image and are addinga Windows Vista or Windows 7 base operating-system module, then youmust in

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10. Select a replacement module from the Replace Module dialog, and click OK.The modules are then replaced in those menu items which were checked.Note

Pagina 42 - Network Distribution disc

Specifying base-map settingsBase-map settings control the overall appearance of the menu system and theoverall behavior of the installation. To specif

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d. If you want to prompt the person performing the installation for a valuefor this setting, click the Display the following prompt check box, so ache

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– If after installation you want the service partition of the target computerto contain only the maps and modules required to recreate the installedim

Pagina 45 - Advanced functions

v To set a custom size for the service partition, do one of the following in thePartition tab:– To set a fixed size for the partition, click the A Fix

Pagina 46 - Utilities

v Silent key is the flag to run the application silently. The flag can be Yes or No. Itis an optional flag. The default is No (off).v Log key is the l

Pagina 47 - The service partition

– The alignment of the menu items when viewed in the installation menus. Youcan independently define each menu item to be left-justified, right-justif

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7. In the Main window menu bar, click View and then click Properties. TheMenu Item Properties window opens.8. Click the General tab and do the followi

Pagina 49 - The network-staging folder

d. Click OK. The new variable is added to the list of variables.e. If you want to prompt the person performing the installation for input,type the pro

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14. When you are done modifying the attributes, click the Save icon in the Mainwindow toolbar; then, close the Menu Item Properties window.Dynamically

Pagina 51 - Direct-network installation

v If you import device-driver modules from a source computer, the ImageUltraBuilder program automatically creates a simple driver map for you based on

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1. Open the repository where you want the new driver map to reside.2. If your repository contains folders, navigate to the folder where you want thene

Pagina 53 - Recovery product

2. If your repository contains folders, navigate to the folder where the drivermap resides.3. In the right pane of the Repository window, click the Dr

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use menu-item properties to change the text of a menu item or to associate one ormore filters with a menu item. Unlike menu items in a base map, menu

Pagina 55 - Security dependencies

– Leave the Use driver map filter processing check box empty if you wantall device-driver modules defined in your map to be deployed as part ofyour Sm

Pagina 56 - Staging-area logic

e. In the Parameters field, type any parameters required for the filter. Forinformation about the parameters used with the filters provided as part of

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Chapter 1. ImageUltra Builder capabilitiesThe ImageUltra Builder program provides new methods of creating, deploying,and installing custom images. Thi

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Chapter 8. Preparing source files for modulesThis chapter provides information about preparing source files and creatingmodules from source files.Crea

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modules is provided later in this chapter. For information about incorporatingpartitioning modules in a map, see “Using a partitioning module in a bas

Pagina 61 - Minimum requirements

4. Click Next.5. Verify that the Operating System radio button is selected, and then click Next.6. In the Name field, type a name that you want to use

Pagina 62 - Prerequisites

Preparing source files for the UNATTEND.TXT moduleEach I386 base operating-system module requires at least one UNATTEND.TXTadd-on operating-system mod

Pagina 63 - Installation considerations

To set the attributes for the new module, do the following:1. Open the repository where you want the new base operating-system moduleto reside.2. If y

Pagina 64 - Limitations

18. Your UNATTEND.TXT add-on operating-system module is ready to be built.Continue with “Building a new module” on page 167.Required third-party tools

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Inside the batch file, you must use the following statements:Gdisk.exe 1 /cre /pri /sureghost.exe -clone,mode=pload,src=image.gho:1,dst=1:1 -auto -sur

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When building a module for a PowerQuest image, use a batch file and use thebatch file name as the Silent Install command in the Source tab of the Oper

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drive that the source computer is able to access after the operating system andother programs have been installed. See “Making the ImageUltra Customiz

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Definition of a Smart ImageThe ImageUltra Builder program enables you to store a variety of image-relatedfiles as reusable modules in a repository. Ty

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9. Make any required changes to the C:\SWWORK\SYSPREP.INF file for yourimage. This file is used to re-enter the audit-boot mode. You might change apas

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5. Verify that the Operating System radio button is selected, and then click Next.6. In the Name field, type a name that you want to use to identify t

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Setting the attributes based on an existing baseoperating-system moduleTo set the attributes for a new Portable-Sysprep Image base operating-systemmod

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4. Make any required changes to the C:\SYSPREP\SYSPREP.INF file and thenrun SYSPREP.EXE.5. In most cases the Sysprep program shuts down the computer w

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8. Click Next.9. Click Next without selecting any of the modules listed.10. Click the Base Operating System radio button, then use the drop-down menut

Pagina 74 - Working with repositories

4. Click Next.5. Verify that the Operating System radio button is selected, and then click Next.6. In the Name field, type a name that you want to use

Pagina 75 - Exporting maps and modules

3. Change to the folder that contains the application SETUP.EXE file.4. At the command prompt, type SETUP -R and then press Enter.5. Follow the steps

Pagina 76 - The Repository window

module. The attributes that are directly related to the preparation steps describedin this section are on the Source tab. Those attributes include:v T

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b. In the right pane, put a check mark next to the operating system for whichthis application module is intended to be used. If the application is not

Pagina 78 - Manipulating entries

v If any of the filters can be satisfied to install the application, click theOne of these must be true radio button.15. In the Options tab, do the fo

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a faster overall deployment/installation cycle. Speed is affected by the amountof network traffic and certain map settings.During the deployment phase

Pagina 80 - Map Settings window

Setting the attributes for a new add-on operating-systemmoduleThe following information describes how to set the attributes for a new add-onoperating-

Pagina 81 - Base-map settings

b. In the right pane, put a check mark next to the operating system for whichthis module applies. For example, if you are creating a module for thelat

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v If you type a path in this field and you provide a Silent InstallCommand in the Source tab, the files will be copied to the C partition inaddition t

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prepare a drive (see “Using a partitioning module in a base map” on page 96 fordetails), but you must make your own partitioning modules to create a p

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Partitioning modules that do not include data are typically languageindependent and multiple languages can be selected.b. In the right pane, put a che

Pagina 85 - Menu Item Properties window

Setting the attributes for a new device-driver moduleThe following information describes how to set the attributes for a newdevice-driver module witho

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a. In the Source Directory field, type the complete path to the folder thatcontains the source device-driver files.b. In the Silent Install Command ar

Pagina 87 - Module windows

Type a path only if you want the installable files to be copied to the Cpartition of the target computer.b. In the For INF install only area, check th

Pagina 88 - Repository tools

Utilities reside in the staging area (service partition or network-staging folder) anddo not get installed on an active partition. Little preparation

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b. In the Silent Install Command area, type the command that is to be usedto start the utility in the Command field and any associated parameters inth

Pagina 90 - Map tools

modules. The hardware configuration of the target computer must be the sameas the hardware configuration of the source computer used to create the ima

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If you decide to create your own filters, you must prepare the filter files as follows:v The filter must be able to be run from a Win32 command prompt

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b. In the Execution Command area, type the command that is to be used tostart the filter in the Command field and any associated parameters in thePara

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problems or specify installation options that are not provided by theImageUltra Builder program. For more information, see “Editing uniquescripts” on

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Chapter 9. Specifying the module-installation orderThe ImageUltra Builder program enables you to change the order in whichmodules are installed. Usual

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Notes:1. The Install slot setting in an I386, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 baseoperating-system module is not used.2. For ImageUltra Builder 5.0, the f

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customer-first-boot cycle. (See “Modifying the install sequence with a basemap” on page 172 for more information.)It is important that you understand

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To modify the install hook, do the following:1. From the Repository window, double-click the module entry. The modulewindow opens.2. Click the Options

Pagina 98 - UNATTEND.XML module

v No Preference: Place modules that do not require sequencing in this field in anyorder.v Last: Place modules that need to be installed last in this f

Pagina 99 - Using utilities in a base map

any imported ImageUltra-developed base operating-system modulethat yields an Ultra-Portable Image; otherwise, the partitioningmodule might not be inst

Pagina 100 - Sample base map : Base Map *

Chapter 10. Using ImageUltra Builder on Windows Vista andWindows 7There are differences when ImageUltra Builder is deploying Windows XP,Windows Vista,

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Ultra-Portable Image comes with a cost; this type of image takes more than 50minutes to install. Nevertheless, the life-cycle of an Ultra-Portable Ima

Pagina 102 - Using filters in a base map

This is done for every CAB file found in the directory. If you want tochange this behavior, provide your own Silent Install command,Preinstall command

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required by the Windows setup. Although you can use the User Information tab inthe base maps to provide some of this information, it does not provide

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Implications of the service partition locationIf the base map uses the service partition in the back:– Rescue and Recovery for Windows XP will use the

Pagina 105 - Using links in a base map

– Pre-existing recovery files in the service partition can be updated to containthe maps and modules required to recreate the installed image only, th

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Windows Vista or Windows 7 base operating-system modules that you developthrough the ImageUltra Builder program are virtually hardware independent and

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Recovery modules from the service partition of a new ThinkPad or ThinkCentrecomputers. Instead, use the Web downloadable version or the retail version

Pagina 108 - Resolve optimal repository

Note: F11 goes to the virtual partition. There is no link that goes to theservice partition. Restore to Factory Contents link is present but itdoes no

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Chapter 11. Getting help and supportThe ImageUltra Builder program is supported by Lenovo. If you have a problemwith the ImageUltra Builder or have qu

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Using the WebThe ImageUltra Web site provides the latest technical information, anydownloadable updates that Lenovo chooses to distribute, and a listi

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Chapter 12. Dealing with exceptionsThe ImageUltra Builder program is designed to be extremely flexible. This designencourages exploration as you and y

Pagina 113 - Sample Base Map 3 : Base Map

or implement a process that prompts the person installing the image to provide allnecessary user settings near the beginning of the installation proce

Pagina 114 - Sample Base Map 5 : Base Map

The process for creating an application module that uses a batch file for installationis similar to creating a standard application module. However, t

Pagina 115 - Simple and complex base maps

v In the Source tab, complete the Source Directory field with the entire path tothe folder containing the hardware detection program and related appli

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After specifying attributes for the device-driver module, click the Save icon locatedin the Main window toolbar. Then, build the module.Condition: Pre

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2. If your repository contains folders, navigate to the folder that contains theappropriate module.3. In the right pane of the Repository window, sele

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v A Web downloadable version licensed for ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, and NetVistacomputers only. This version does not use a physical service partition. A

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v Rescue and Recovery for Windows Vista or Windows 7 will install in theservice partition.Note: Installing Rescue and Recovery in the service partitio

Pagina 120 - Previewing your maps

192 ImageUltra Builder Version 5.0: User Guide

Pagina 121 - Sample Driver Map

Chapter 13. Debugging problemsOccasionally, you might have to debug problems during the test phase of yourdevelopment process. This chapter provides i

Pagina 122 - Using filters in a driver map

To get to a command prompt, press and hold the Shift+Ctrl+C keys, and thenclick Restart. To view the STAMP.LOG file, type the following at the command

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The syntax of the SPLASH.EXE program is as follows:SPLASH.EXE [/STart] [/SHutdown] [/MINimize] [/MAXimize]/Settings=<path>/Text=<path>Para

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on a non-Lenovo branded Windows Vista or Windows 7 computer. After14 days, Microsoft will require you to register the operating system andcomputer to

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Settings ValuesWinDebugKey A keystroke sequence which will alternately minimizeand maximize the splash window. This can be used toassist in debugging

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v OEM1v OEM2v OEM3v OEM4v OEM5v OEM6v OEM7v F1v F2v F3v F4v NUMPAD6v NUMPAD7v NUMPAD8v NUMPAD9v MULTIPLYv ADDv SEPARATORv SUBTRACTv DECIMALv DIVIDEv N

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Width Specifies the width of the message box dialog. If valuesare not specified for both Width and Height, themessage box window is auto-sized based o

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Drive letter limitations and the use of variablesThe ImageUltra Builder program has a number of predefined global variables thatyou can use in batch f

Pagina 129 - Excluding modules from a map

F11 key does not work on some brands after installationAfter an ImageUltra Builder deployment and installation, pressing F11 duringstartup typically p

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Appendix. NoticesLenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in thisdocument in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo repres

Pagina 131 - Chapter 7. Creating maps

vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-levelsystems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the sam

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IndexAaccess the license 183add-on operating-system modules 5, 12addingapplication modules to a basemap 120device-driver modules to a drivermap 131men

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device-driver map (continued)inserting modules 107modify 106new 106using filters 108device-driver modules, location of 5differences, Windows XP and Wi

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map (continued)base 22tree structure 21map construction 77map properties 22Map Settings window 66map windowsattributes 66components area 66contents 66

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mini-setup. The mini-setup prompts for specific user information and performs alimited hardware query. Although the mini-setup makes allowances for mi

Pagina 136 - Specifying base-map settings

service partition location,implications 178service partition, defining 24service partition, description andpurpose 33, 177service partition, locations

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Printed in USA

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Portability of a Hardware-Specific ImageA Hardware-Specific Image is for use on identical computers. Hardware variationsare limited to plug-in devices

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Table 2. Characteristics of a Portable-Sysprep ImageDescription Advantages Disadvantagesv Semi-modular (supportsthe installation of separateapplicatio

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Chapter 2. An overview of the image processThis chapter will help you understand the various processes and componentsassociated with the ImageUltra Bu

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v ImageUltra Builder 5.0 Vista / Windows 7 Supporting toolsv Appropriate Windows Vista / Windows 7 Partition moduleIf you want this Windows Vista or W

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– If you are building an Ultra-Portable Image or a Portable-Sysprep Image, youcan use application modules. The deployment and installation of theappli

Pagina 144 - Creating a new driver map

The five basic steps to develop an imageThere are five basic steps to developing an image:1. Importing pre-existing modules2. Building a module3. Crea

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maps as they are, create new maps based on the maps created by the ImportWizard and modify the maps to meet your particular needs, or discard the maps

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ImageUltra BuilderV ersion 5.0User GuideDate:February5,2010

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v Base operating-system modules can be created from Hardware-Specific Images,Portable-Sysprep Images, Windows Vista WIM images, Windows 7 WIM images,o

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signed, WHQL-certified device drivers will result in interruptions during theinstallation process because of Windows-generated information messages, w

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Creating a base operating-system module from aPortable-Sysprep ImageCreating a module from a Portable-Sysprep Image is nearly identical to creating am

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The Primary Partition partitioning module is responsible for preparing the targethard disk to accept a Windows installation. It creates the partition,

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intend to install an Ultra-Portable Image and need to have more than one userpartition on the target computer hard disk.If you are installing a multip

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defined by menu-item entries in the base map. The physical appearance andbehavior of the menus are controlled by the properties assigned to the variou

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v Settings: Each map has a Settings window that enables you to control how amap behaves. The Settings window for a base map also enables you to contro

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Driver mapsDriver maps are for use with Ultra-Portable Images and Portable-Sysprep Imagesonly; driver maps are not used by Hardware-Specific Images. I

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v Network deployment with local installation: This method uses the servicepartition as a staging area for the complete Smart Image.You can also elect

Pagina 156 - Required third-party tools

required; and, in most cases the time required to do the overall deploymentand installation is substantially less than any other method. In either cas

Pagina 157 - Gdisk.exe 1 /cre /pri /sure

NoteBefore using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read “Notices,” on page 201.Fourth Edition (August 2009)© Copyright Lenovo 2

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To start the tool, click Tools in the Main window menu bar; then, clickAdministration. Follow the instructions on the screen.Defining user information

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You use the ImageUltra Builder Deploy Wizard to create a set of stand-aloneDistribution discs. Based on your responses, the Deploy Wizard prompts yout

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Note: Because this CD is bootable, make sure you follow the instructions in theDeploy Wizard or ImageUltra Builder help system for creating a customNe

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To add device drivers to a deployment CD or USB key, do the following:1. Determine where the device driver files need to go in the deployment CD orUSB

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Installing images on the target computer after deploymentIn a standard network installation (network-deployment with local installation) oran installa

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Performing a direct-network installationA direct-network installation combines deployment and installation into oneseamless operation. Like a standard

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FiltersFilters automate a decision during the installation process. You typically use filtersto obtain hardware-related information from a target comp

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Chapter 3. Staging-area behavior and logicAs discussed in chapter 1, the ImageUltra Builder program can use two differentstaging areas for deployment:

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Recovery CDs. The factory-installed service partition also provides a vehicle fordistributing modules associated with the preinstalled software that t

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With the latter two options, the service partition is resized or eliminated and theprimary partition is resized to recover any unused space. For addit

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ContentsPreface ...viiWho should read this guide ...viiiWeb page references ...viiiNew features in ImageUltra Builder ...vi

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Standard network-deployment process with local installationThe following illustration shows the standard network-deployment process withlocal installa

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Smart Imageon servicepartitionFinal imageon C partitionCreatedistributionCDStart targetcomputer withdistribution CDSmart imageon Staging area(service

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Selectbase mapand driver mapMake menuselections todefine theimage to beinstalledStaging area(Network-stagingfolder)SetupRepository(Optional)Smart Imag

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Each Boot PSA is digitally signed to deter tampering and to deter viruses. Eachtime a Boot PSA is used, the signature is checked. Only those PSAs with

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v As a retail product for non-Lenovo-branded computersv As a downloadable product for selected ThinkPad and ThinkCentre computersfromhttp://www-307.ib

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Recovery version 1 or 2 program will be installed in a virtual partition andseveral additional Rescue and Recovery tools will be installed on the C pa

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Staging-area logicBecause various conditions might exist on different target computers, theImageUltra Builder program uses built-in logic to ensure th

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Table 4. Staging-area behavior - Lenovo branded computers (continued)Conditions on a Lenovo branded target computer prior to deploymentMaps deployedSe

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Table 4. Staging-area behavior - Lenovo branded computers (continued)Conditions on a Lenovo branded target computer prior to deploymentMaps deployedSe

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When using the ImageUltra Builder program on a non-Lenovo branded computer,the presence or absence of a pre-existing service partition affects what ta

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Map windows ...66Map Settings window ...66Base Map Appearance Under Windows PE . . . 66Base-map settings ...67Driver-map set

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Chapter 4. Installing the ImageUltra Builder programBefore using the information in this chapter, you must have a good understandingof the image-creat

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Disk space: 1.5 GB of available disk space to install the ImageUltra BuilderprogramRepository: The amount of disk space required for the repository de

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Installation considerationsConsider the following information when installing the ImageUltra Builderprogram.The ImageUltra server installs Cloudscape

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failure is to read the information provided with devices, device drivers, andapplications before beginning to create modules.LimitationsThe following

Pagina 185 - Modifying the install hook

10. When the Installation is complete, click Finish. The ImageUltra Buildershortcut has been installed on your desktop, and you can now begin usingIma

Pagina 186 - Modifying the install slot

Accessing the ImageUltra Builder serverTo access the ImageUltra Builder server, do the following:1. Open Windows Explorer.2. Open the Program files fo

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1. Open ImageUltra Builder.2. Make sure the ImageUltra Builder Server is running.To access the ImageUltra Builder Server:a. Open Windows Explorer.b. O

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Note: No files from the previous version are overwritten by the installationprocess. The new version of the ImageUltra Builder program is installedin

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Chapter 5. Working with the ImageUltra Builder interfaceThe ImageUltra Builder interface provides the following important functions:v It enables you t

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Partitioning modules ...171Modifying the install hook ...171Modifying the install slot ...172Modifying the install sequence with a

Pagina 191 - Staging area details

Table 6. Icons used within the interface (continued)Icon Name DescriptionKeyboardShortcutNew Base Map Launches the New Map Wizardto create new base ma

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Table 6. Icons used within the interface (continued)Icon Name DescriptionKeyboardShortcutInsert Filter The function of this icon variesbased on where

Pagina 193 - Using the UNATTEND.XML Module

Table 6. Icons used within the interface (continued)Icon Name DescriptionKeyboardShortcutBase map Used in the Repository windowto identify an object a

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Table 6. Icons used within the interface (continued)Icon Name DescriptionKeyboardShortcutContainer Used in the Repository window,Base Map window, and

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Table 6. Icons used within the interface (continued)Icon Name DescriptionKeyboardShortcutVariable Used in the Variables tab of aMenu Item Properties w

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Note: The folder name will not be used as the name for the new repository.You will have the opportunity to define a name for the repository laterin th

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Note: While exported modules are in an external folder, they can no longer bemodified, referenced, or used in any way as part of the image process.How

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archive maps and modules. Also included is a search feature to help you locate aspecific map or module, or to locate groups of maps and modules with c

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Entries and iconsEach entry in the repository has an icon associated with it. Module icons serve thefollowing purposes:v They provide a visual indicat

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1. While in the Repository window, repeatedly press the Tab key until you arelocated in the correct area of the window; then, use the Up Arrow or Down

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Map windowsWhen you double-click either a base map or driver map in the Repository window,a Map window opens. Map windows are divided into two panes:

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v Edit box: This is a control which prompts the user for input and has a promptvariable associated with it.v Checkbox: This is a control which enables

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keywords, which are used in conjunction with deployment media ( ImageUltraBuilder 5.0 Deployment CDs) to minimize the number of maps that can be chose

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If a setting is defined in the Menu Appearance tab of the Map Settings dialog,that setting becomes the default value for all menu items within the bas

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v From the new Menu Window tab, you may change settings which apply to thedeploy-time map viewer window (formerly DOE). These settings only apply toba

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Driver-map settingsIn the Map Settings window for a driver map, you can do the following:v From the General tab, you can view the map name and add com

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and determine when the utility is to run (immediately when the menu item isselected, or placed in a queue to be run after the installation menus arefi

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Attachment setting: This field enables you to select the value related to howthe background image is positioned within the menu contents. The values a

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Modifying module attributes and map settingsBy default, when you import or create a map or module, it is placed in therepository in the test state. As

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Note: These tools are not available when a Driver Map window or Base Mapwindow is open. You must close the Driver Map window or Base Mapwindow to acce

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PrefaceThis guide has three purposes:v To help you understand the concepts behind building, deploying, and installingSmart Images using the ImageUltra

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This selection provides instructions on how to locate and copy the ImageUltraCustomization Program (IUBCP.EXE) to a CD or shared drive. The ImageUltra

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Chapter 6. Map construction overviewCreating a fully functional map involves four fundamental steps:v Creating a map entry in the module repositoryv P

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and Windows 2000) before modules or submenu items are added. Also shown isthe corresponding default installation screen as it would appear at the targ

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5. In the Title field, type Select an operating system.6. In the Main window toolbar, click the Save icon and then close the Menu ItemProperties windo

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One rule to remember is that at least one operating-system module must beassociated with each branch that extends from the root node of a map tree. Th

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Sample base mapWindows XP ProfessionalEnglishFrenchWindows 2000WINXPPRO_FR2.0Operating SystemIn TestSample base map : Base Map *Name Version Type Stat

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There is one important exception to associating modules with menu items. If youwant to install one or more modules that are global in nature (that is,

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Special considerations for Windows Vista or Windows 7 baseoperating-system modulesThe Windows Vista or Windows 7 base operating-system module is the c

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Because the ImageUltra Customizations module is operating-system independentand language independent, you have a lot of latitude as to where you can i

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Using a container for I386 base operating-system modules andrelated modulesSome developers might find it easier to package the I386 base operating-sys

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