473,804 Members | 2,131 Online
Bytes | Software Development & Data Engineering Community
+ Post

Home Posts Topics Members FAQ

Launching MSI from MSI Setup

Hallo,

my application depends on others (libraries + a service), so I wrote a
custom installer action for my MSI setup project that tries to install all
dependencies. Unfortunately, one of them also uses a MSI setup. At that point
during the installation I get an error saying there's another installation in
progress at the moment and the second MSI file can't be executed.

Is it possible to launch other MSI packages from within a MSI setup (through
a custom installer action)? If not, what's the preferred way to solve such a
situation? Any help is highly appreciated, thank you very much in advance.

Peter
Jul 22 '05 #1
1 1613
Usually such dependencies are inlcuded into you MSI as Merge Modules.
See if you can't get merge module versions of your dependencies.
If you use InstallShield, they have most common .NET stuff available as
merge modules.

"Peter" <pe***@discussi ons.microsoft.c om> wrote in message
news:1A******** *************** ***********@mic rosoft.com...
Hallo,

my application depends on others (libraries + a service), so I wrote a
custom installer action for my MSI setup project that tries to install all
dependencies. Unfortunately, one of them also uses a MSI setup. At that point during the installation I get an error saying there's another installation in progress at the moment and the second MSI file can't be executed.

Is it possible to launch other MSI packages from within a MSI setup (through a custom installer action)? If not, what's the preferred way to solve such a situation? Any help is highly appreciated, thank you very much in advance.

Peter

Jul 22 '05 #2

This thread has been closed and replies have been disabled. Please start a new discussion.

Similar topics

1
1723
by: Drew Lettington | last post by:
I want to launch an installation (setup.exe) from a Web Server using via a URL. I currently accomplish this by passing the URL to IE: System.Diagnostics.Process ieProcess = new System.Diagnostics.Process(); ieProcess.StartInfo.FileName = "iexplore.exe"; ieProcess.StartInfo.Arguments = "http://server/path/setup.exe"; ieProcess.Start(); This works okay but users see an IE window flash on the screen before it launches the installation...
5
8912
by: MLH | last post by:
With Access 2.0, it was simple. 97 doesn't seem so obvious. Where do I start. I launched c:\windows\system32\Wrkgadm.exe and joined system.mdw in that same dir. Upon launching Access 97, I wasn't prompted for a name 'n pass. What should I do?
6
5187
by: JerryP | last post by:
Hello, is there a way to launch the property dialogue for a directory from my c# app ? I would also like to launch the User Account Properties from Active Directory Users and Computers, and the properties window for an Object in Active Directory. Thanks for any hints.
4
3282
by: m11533 | last post by:
I am writing a fairly complex application in c# and Visual Studio .Net 2003. Right now I am working on a simple console application (to be launched in the future from a service) that receives messages sent via IP from an external device. I am also writing a simulator of that external device. My question: How do I setup the Visual Studio so that when I start debugging my c# application, both my message sink AND simulator are launched? I...
1
269
by: Peter | last post by:
Hallo, my application depends on others (libraries + a service), so I wrote a custom installer action for my MSI setup project that tries to install all dependencies. Unfortunately, one of them also uses a MSI setup. At that point during the installation I get an error saying there's another installation in progress at the moment and the second MSI file can't be executed. Is it possible to launch other MSI packages from within a MSI...
7
2844
by: dhussong | last post by:
I have created a Setup and Deployment project in Visual Studio.NET 2003. After my installation has completed running I'd like to launch the EXE that I just installed. I've found how to launch the EXE in the Custom Actions area of the Setup and Deployment project. Unfortunately when the EXE is launched it causes the setup program to stay open until the EXE has been exited. Anyone have any ideas how to launch the EXE and get the setup...
1
2039
by: John A. Bailo | last post by:
Excuse the novice aspects of this question, but: What techniques are available to me for launching one c# application ( console .exe) from another? For example, I know there is the Process and ProcessInfo classes, but these seem designed for launching non-CLR applications. Should I access the .exe as a reference?
0
1017
by: Steve | last post by:
Hi All I have a vb.net Windows forms App which I am deploying with a VS.net 2005 deployment project I have selected SQL Server express as a prerequisite and use the standard SQL server express manifest file included with VS.net If SQL server 2005 express is already installed on a computer when I run my setup program the SQL server express setup still launches and runs for a short period before finishing and my application setup begins
1
1676
by: alexia.bee | last post by:
Hi all, I want to develop a setup exe which installs my application using VS 2005 setup projec when installation is done. I havn't found any way for doing so. the last dialog in the installation process is "Finished". I there a way to launch my app after the "Finish" dialog? thanks.
0
9595
by: Hystou | last post by:
Most computers default to English, but sometimes we require a different language, especially when relocating. Forgot to request a specific language before your computer shipped? No problem! You can effortlessly switch the default language on Windows 10 without reinstalling. I'll walk you through it. First, let's disable language synchronization. With a Microsoft account, language settings sync across devices. To prevent any complications,...
0
10604
Oralloy
by: Oralloy | last post by:
Hello folks, I am unable to find appropriate documentation on the type promotion of bit-fields when using the generalised comparison operator "<=>". The problem is that using the GNU compilers, it seems that the internal comparison operator "<=>" tries to promote arguments from unsigned to signed. This is as boiled down as I can make it. Here is my compilation command: g++-12 -std=c++20 -Wnarrowing bit_field.cpp Here is the code in...
1
10359
by: Hystou | last post by:
Overview: Windows 11 and 10 have less user interface control over operating system update behaviour than previous versions of Windows. In Windows 11 and 10, there is no way to turn off the Windows Update option using the Control Panel or Settings app; it automatically checks for updates and installs any it finds, whether you like it or not. For most users, this new feature is actually very convenient. If you want to control the update process,...
0
9177
agi2029
by: agi2029 | last post by:
Let's talk about the concept of autonomous AI software engineers and no-code agents. These AIs are designed to manage the entire lifecycle of a software development project—planning, coding, testing, and deployment—without human intervention. Imagine an AI that can take a project description, break it down, write the code, debug it, and then launch it, all on its own.... Now, this would greatly impact the work of software developers. The idea...
0
6870
by: conductexam | last post by:
I have .net C# application in which I am extracting data from word file and save it in database particularly. To store word all data as it is I am converting the whole word file firstly in HTML and then checking html paragraph one by one. At the time of converting from word file to html my equations which are in the word document file was convert into image. Globals.ThisAddIn.Application.ActiveDocument.Select();...
0
5536
by: TSSRALBI | last post by:
Hello I'm a network technician in training and I need your help. I am currently learning how to create and manage the different types of VPNs and I have a question about LAN-to-LAN VPNs. The last exercise I practiced was to create a LAN-to-LAN VPN between two Pfsense firewalls, by using IPSEC protocols. I succeeded, with both firewalls in the same network. But I'm wondering if it's possible to do the same thing, with 2 Pfsense firewalls...
0
5675
by: adsilva | last post by:
A Windows Forms form does not have the event Unload, like VB6. What one acts like?
1
4314
by: 6302768590 | last post by:
Hai team i want code for transfer the data from one system to another through IP address by using C# our system has to for every 5mins then we have to update the data what the data is updated we have to send another system
3
3005
bsmnconsultancy
by: bsmnconsultancy | last post by:
In today's digital era, a well-designed website is crucial for businesses looking to succeed. Whether you're a small business owner or a large corporation in Toronto, having a strong online presence can significantly impact your brand's success. BSMN Consultancy, a leader in Website Development in Toronto offers valuable insights into creating effective websites that not only look great but also perform exceptionally well. In this comprehensive...

By using Bytes.com and it's services, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

To disable or enable advertisements and analytics tracking please visit the manage ads & tracking page.