Custom system restore cd

Wyzard360 · 06-March-04, 03:34 AM

A lot of pre-built systems (hp and such) come with a system restore disk, which returns the computer to the exact state it came from the factory, with all the pre-built software installed and such...

Is there any way to create my own disk of that sort? Like to have it automatically install windows along with a certain set of drivers and programs right from the get go, rather than having to install everything separately? It would be nice to be able to format my hard drive then just pop in a cd and get back to at least a basic setup without having to update everything after installing windows.

Any ideas?

m3_tw0 · 06-March-04, 03:44 AM

I havent heard of one but it is a sweet idea. Maybe someone has some more info on this.

CRE · 06-March-04, 04:11 AM

Yes, you can do it. I haven't had any success with my retail version of XP though. I believe you may need to have an OEM copy to start from. The additional drivers/apps go into a folder within the i386 folder titled $OEM$ which is further broken down into two more directories $1 and $$. I haven't looked for anything further for a while, but I'm pretty sure all the details are available somewhere in Microsoft's massive website. I'll look and see if I have anymore info in the morning (I may have the details and just forgot).

aaronrkelly · 06-March-04, 05:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CRE


	Yes, you can do it. I haven't had any success with my retail version of XP though. I believe you may need to have an OEM copy to start from. The additional drivers/apps go into a folder within the i386 folder titled $OEM$ which is further broken down into two more directories $1 and $$. I haven't looked for anything further for a while, but I'm pretty sure all the details are available somewhere in Microsoft's massive website. I'll look and see if I have anymore info in the morning (I may have the details and just forgot).

I have a Retailers Windows XP Pre-Installation CD/KIT. Allows you to build an install on your PC and then burn/install it on many PCs. Sounds exactly like what your wanting. Allows you to select drivers and such as well as allowing you to put your own logos and contact information throught the XP environment. You then can do all the updates after the install and also install any other software then "reseal" the installation.

CRE · 06-March-04, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by aaronrkelly


	I have a Retailers Windows XP Pre-Installation CD/KIT.

You know I'd seen that on a site before and wondered what it was...... ugh! If you only knew how much time I spent on trying to figure out how to do it myself. Well, I did learn a TON about how windows installs most things.

Here's a link for it..... $5..... ugh.....
https://www.9software.com/shopexd.asp?id=391

Highperf15 · 06-March-04, 06:47 AM

Use of Norton Ghost I believe is going to be a must but these might help as well:

http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;307654
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...5-BD5AFEE126D8
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;310497
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;314058
http://www.geocities.com/roy_saad/
http://www.angelfire.com/wizard2/hkeylocal/system.htm

vladimir · 06-March-04, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by CRE


	You know I'd seen that on a site before and wondered what it was...... ugh! If you only knew how much time I spent on trying to figure out how to do it myself. Well, I did learn a TON about how windows installs most things. Here's a link for it..... $5..... ugh..... https://www.9software.com/shopexd.asp?id=391

if taht things works, let me know

CRE · 06-March-04, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Highperf15


	Use of Norton Ghost I believe is going to be a must but these might help as well:

I appreciate the additional input, but what Wyzard (and myself, for far too long) is trying to accomplish is a regular XP install CD which will also install system specific drivers and additional applications.

Those links are great resources though.

edit: Here's as far as I got in my research, this is how to do it manually for Win2K, most of it works fine with XP I haven't tried it all out though so there may be some differences:
http://www.willowhayes.co.uk/windows2000/index.htm
http://www.willowhayes.co.uk/

Lord Dragon · 06-March-04, 08:36 AM

http://www.windows-help.net/WindowsX...p1-bootcd.html

Here's how to slipstream xp with sp1. hope this helps.

jinxÂ© · 06-March-04, 09:23 AM

There is a way to do it I believe, but I'll have to dig thru some links maybe.

I was reading up on slipstreaming SP1 as Lord Dragon posted, and ran across some files that would let you make an unattended install disc that would also allow you to setup other apps and drivers to be installed as well.

Maybe try google for creating an unattended Xp installation Cd.

[Edit] Nevermind, I found a good link.

hawklen · 06-March-04, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aaronrkelly


	I have a Retailers Windows XP Pre-Installation CD/KIT. Allows you to build an install on your PC and then burn/install it on many PCs. Sounds exactly like what your wanting. Allows you to select drivers and such as well as allowing you to put your own logos and contact information throught the XP environment. You then can do all the updates after the install and also install any other software then "reseal" the installation.

I have the same thing, but it was when XP RC1 was out, before they released XP. Its quite handy, as when I had RC1 installed, it crashed quite abit, so I was able to repair it quickly. Its good to havbe a brother whose a system rebuilder, and has access to stuff like that

m3_tw0 · 06-March-04, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jinxÃ‚Â©


	There is a way to do it I believe, but I'll have to dig thru some links maybe. I was reading up on slipstreaming SP1 as Lord Dragon posted, and ran across some files that would let you make an unattended install disc that would also allow you to setup other apps and drivers to be installed as well. Maybe try google for creating an unattended Xp installation Cd. [Edit] Nevermind, I found a good link.

Nice link jinx...I think that fits what he wants. I think I wil lgive it a try also. Thx.

Highperf15 · 06-March-04, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jinxÃ‚Â©


	There is a way to do it I believe, but I'll have to dig thru some links maybe. I was reading up on slipstreaming SP1 as Lord Dragon posted, and ran across some files that would let you make an unattended install disc that would also allow you to setup other apps and drivers to be installed as well. Maybe try google for creating an unattended Xp installation Cd. [Edit] Nevermind, I found a good link.

That's a great link.........(added it to my favorites)......

CRE · 06-March-04, 05:42 PM

That is a great link!

Chunckonuts · 06-March-04, 06:08 PM

awesome link, im gunna try it out to

aaronrkelly · 06-March-04, 07:31 PM

Well, I guess I will say it too - dont want to be left out. Great link, its AWESOME, coolest shizzle Ive ever seen - couldnt be any better. Ive added to my favorites, printed off a hard copy, burned a copy to CD and put it in my lock box.

Maybe if you guys arent busy we can all get together and screw a lightbulb in.......do we have enough people???

/smartass rant over......... :-)

Highperf15 · 06-March-04, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aaronrkelly


	Well, I guess I will say it too - dont want to be left out. Great link, its AWESOME, coolest shizzle Ive ever seen - couldnt be any better. Ive added to my favorites, printed off a hard copy, burned a copy to CD and put it in my lock box. Maybe if you guys arent busy we can all get together and screw a lightbulb in.......do we have enough people??? /smartass rant over......... :-)

I'll grab yer legs while you hold the bulb and the others can spin me around.......

vladimir · 06-March-04, 08:05 PM

omg tahts a godly link...thanks so much

browny points to jinx!!!

godfoot · 06-March-04, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ClowN


	omg tahts a godly link...thanks so much browny points to jinx!!!

I tried to give him some "brownie" points but apparently he has had another good idea recently.... lol. I need to spread the love some more I guess.

vladimir · 06-March-04, 10:12 PM

well since i have privalages i can give out more brownie points love then u can

lol

06-March-04, 03:34 AM		#1 (permalink)
Wyzard360 Apex Techie Lite	Custom system restore cd A lot of pre-built systems (hp and such) come with a system restore disk, which returns the computer to the exact state it came from the factory, with all the pre-built software installed and such... Is there any way to create my own disk of that sort? Like to have it automatically install windows along with a certain set of drivers and programs right from the get go, rather than having to install everything separately? It would be nice to be able to format my hard drive then just pop in a cd and get back to at least a basic setup without having to update everything after installing windows. Any ideas?

06-March-04, 06:47 AM		#6 (permalink)
Highperf15 a.k.a., Frank Bullitt	Use of Norton Ghost I believe is going to be a must but these might help as well: http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;307654 http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...5-BD5AFEE126D8 http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;310497 http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;314058 http://www.geocities.com/roy_saad/ http://www.angelfire.com/wizard2/hkeylocal/system.htm Last edited by Highperf15; 06-March-04 at 07:26 AM..

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06-March-04, 03:44 AM		#2 (permalink)
m3_tw0 Apex Tech Fanatic Supreme	I havent heard of one but it is a sweet idea. Maybe someone has some more info on this.

06-March-04, 04:11 AM		#3 (permalink)
CRE Apex Tech Maniac Supreme	Yes, you can do it. I haven't had any success with my retail version of XP though. I believe you may need to have an OEM copy to start from. The additional drivers/apps go into a folder within the i386 folder titled $OEM$ which is further broken down into two more directories $1 and $$. I haven't looked for anything further for a while, but I'm pretty sure all the details are available somewhere in Microsoft's massive website. I'll look and see if I have anymore info in the morning (I may have the details and just forgot).

06-March-04, 08:36 AM		#9 (permalink)
Lord Dragon Apex Master Tech	http://www.windows-help.net/WindowsX...p1-bootcd.html Here's how to slipstream xp with sp1. hope this helps.

06-March-04, 09:23 AM		#10 (permalink)
jinxÂ© Still Duck's Hoe Though	There is a way to do it I believe, but I'll have to dig thru some links maybe. I was reading up on slipstreaming SP1 as Lord Dragon posted, and ran across some files that would let you make an unattended install disc that would also allow you to setup other apps and drivers to be installed as well. Maybe try google for creating an unattended Xp installation Cd. [Edit] Nevermind, I found a good link.

06-March-04, 05:42 PM		#14 (permalink)
CRE Apex Tech Maniac Supreme	That is a great link!

06-March-04, 06:08 PM		#15 (permalink)
Chunckonuts Apex Master Tech Apprentice	awesome link, im gunna try it out to

06-March-04, 07:31 PM		#16 (permalink)
aaronrkelly Apex Tech God	Well, I guess I will say it too - dont want to be left out. Great link, its AWESOME, coolest shizzle Ive ever seen - couldnt be any better. Ive added to my favorites, printed off a hard copy, burned a copy to CD and put it in my lock box. Maybe if you guys arent busy we can all get together and screw a lightbulb in.......do we have enough people??? /smartass rant over......... :-)

06-March-04, 08:05 PM		#18 (permalink)
vladimir Pimp PHP Pro	omg tahts a godly link...thanks so much browny points to jinx!!!

06-March-04, 10:12 PM		#20 (permalink)
vladimir Pimp PHP Pro	well since i have privalages i can give out more brownie points love then u can lol