Remote Uninstall
Remote Uninstall
Hey,
I was wondering what the possibility of performing a remote uninstall of UVK.
If i left a password protected version of UVK on the clients PC, but was disconnected prematurely,
Is there a way to remove the program remotely?
Thanks!
I was wondering what the possibility of performing a remote uninstall of UVK.
If i left a password protected version of UVK on the clients PC, but was disconnected prematurely,
Is there a way to remove the program remotely?
Thanks!
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Re: Remote Uninstall
As far as I know you have to have a connection to the box to uninstall UVK. Assuming I am right maybe that is an option that could be discussed at some point?
Jim
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Re: Remote Uninstall
wrc559, As Jim said, You need to connect to the box to uninstall UVK. But you can create a sceduled task that removes UVK in the next reboot. Here's a script:
If you prefer custom apps, create one as follows:
App name: Uninstall UVK on reboot
Command 1:
Command 2:
If you no longer work on XP, you can use only the second command.
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<UVKCommandsScript>
<RunWait> -h
%SystemDir%\schtasks.exe /create /tn "Uninstall UVK on startup" /tr "'%UVKDir%\UVK_en.exe' -Uninst -Auto" /ru System /sc ONSTART
%SystemDir%\schtasks.exe /create /tn "Uninstall UVK on startup" /tr "'%UVKDir%\UVK_en.exe' -Uninst -Auto" /ru System /sc ONSTART /rl HIGHEST /delay 0005:00 /f
App name: Uninstall UVK on reboot
Command 1:
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%SystemDir%\schtasks.exe /create /tn "Uninstall UVK on startup" /tr "'%UVKDir%\UVK_en.exe' -Uninst -Auto" /ru System /sc ONSTART
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%SystemDir%\schtasks.exe /create /tn "Uninstall UVK on startup" /tr "'%UVKDir%\UVK_en.exe' -Uninst -Auto" /ru System /sc ONSTART /rl HIGHEST /delay 0005:00 /f
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Fred, since I wouldn't be able to incorporate that UVK into my default UVK (because I can't schedule it to run at the very end, after a final reboot has already happened), could this be possibly added into the defaults?
This way, we could run out cleanup/repairs/etc, have it reboot at the end but still open UVK for final double-checking but, at that point, schedule itself to be removed on the -next- boot after that?
This way, we could run out cleanup/repairs/etc, have it reboot at the end but still open UVK for final double-checking but, at that point, schedule itself to be removed on the -next- boot after that?
Re: Remote Uninstall
Xander, I don't get it. How's that different from running the above script after the final reboot and all the double-checks?Xander wrote: This way, we could run out cleanup/repairs/etc, have it reboot at the end but still open UVK for final double-checking but, at that point, schedule itself to be removed on the -next- boot after that?
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Fred,
In cases where you can not get back to the remote computer for what ever reason to remove the software I think making it network aware would be the best solution for that. In other words having it monitor carifred.com for instructions.
However, I think that would for sure (atleast for a while) confirm your fear of UVK being considered adware and you don't want that. I don't blame you, I would not want that either if it were my software.
Bill gave me the script you made which I think is similar of not the same as the one you posted. That script though seems like you would need to know ahead of time that you will lose connection. This whole topic just seems like it could be way open for debate.
In cases where you can not get back to the remote computer for what ever reason to remove the software I think making it network aware would be the best solution for that. In other words having it monitor carifred.com for instructions.
However, I think that would for sure (atleast for a while) confirm your fear of UVK being considered adware and you don't want that. I don't blame you, I would not want that either if it were my software.
Bill gave me the script you made which I think is similar of not the same as the one you posted. That script though seems like you would need to know ahead of time that you will lose connection. This whole topic just seems like it could be way open for debate.
Jim
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Re: Remote Uninstall
I use it and assume I will lose connection & just transfer it back over if I need to, that way if you disconnected and can get back on it will uninstall itself. I would rather do that instead of worry about not being able to get back on. It works super. It takes so little time to transfer it back, but you must give it five minutes to uninstall before running a new instance or it will be deleted.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Bill, that's an important point, which makes me wonder: What about the Continue repair after reboot feature? If the computer reboots, the repair operation continues, right? What if it takes longer than five minutes?
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Hummm. If it takes longer than five minutes I would guess it just uninstalls and stops what it is doing. I have never had that be a problem yet that I know of. That’s a great question.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Bill says he has used it quite a few times and it works out but I was already thinking about it removing it's self when I still need it.
The script is not perfect but it works.
The script is not perfect but it works.
Jim
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Well, if you've got "reboot computer in Safe Mode w/networking" favourited to run at the start and then wanted to run "Reboot Computer" at the end but still run UVK (for reports or whatever). Being able to add one final "Uninstall UVK at next reboot" at the very end of the list would cover our butts if we forget to uninstall it.Fred wrote:Xander, I don't get it. How's that different from running the above script after the final reboot and all the double-checks?Xander wrote: This way, we could run out cleanup/repairs/etc, have it reboot at the end but still open UVK for final double-checking but, at that point, schedule itself to be removed on the -next- boot after that?
Being able to reboot in to Safe Mode for disinfections and then back to regular Windows for maintenance/updates/installs (since, by default, Windows Installer won't run in safe mode), having the uninstall option would seem to fill Bill's need.
FWIW, this isn't an option I would see myself using personally but I'm just thinking through the process of how I could see it being most useful to the masses.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
If you are going to assume that you may lose connection and you implement that shouldn't there be a way to stop the timer once it starts....
I guess I am just confused.... That don't take much
I guess I am just confused.... That don't take much
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Re: Remote Uninstall
I don’t know how easy it is to change the timer. It’s a scheduled task. I would guess one could quickly delete the task. It’s just not an issue that causes me trouble. If I assume I may get disconnected then when it happens I don’t need to worry about. It solves itself. Although, most the people I deal with have my support gateway installed on their computer so I can just hop back on if I need to do something.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
I guess I’ve never put this much thought into it because what I’m doing works. However, I’m open to better ideas.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
The point is that it can cause damage if the task uninstalls UVK while it is doing something important. I'll have to think this more thoroughly.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
I'm just thinking about if you assume you will get disconnected and you set the task then reboot which enables the timer... 5 minutes later it will remove UVK in the middle of cleaning your temp files right? If you know it didn't complete that task you can go back and do it again but if it's cleaning the registry and gets interrupted that potentially could be bad.... I'm sure Fred will come up with a suitable solution to those issues
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Those are great point’s guys. What UVK tasks after reboot come to mind off the top of your heads that may take more than five minutes? I’m just asking because it hasn’t been an issue yet but would be nice to know what you your thinking should maybe be avoided.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Bill anything disk intensive could take a while. Especially on a slower machine. I think, personally, that Fred is just trying to make sure the "what ifs" are covered just in case.
Jim
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Re: Remote Uninstall
Maybe instead of uninstall after reboot it should be hide after reboot and uninstall after 30 minutes. I pulled 30 minutes out of my rear; it could be any number I would guess.
You guys are freaking me out now. It’s always just worked but now I’m a little worried.
EDIT: No, that's no good.
You guys are freaking me out now. It’s always just worked but now I’m a little worried.
EDIT: No, that's no good.
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Re: Remote Uninstall
LOL Bill I can't really think of any place where it would be really critical and take 5 minutes but like I said, I think Fred is concerned with making sure.... It's a good thing
Jim
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